The victims were exposed to lead poisoning from a factory owned by Metal Refinery EPZ Ltd in 2007. Lead poisoning is a type of metal poisoning caused by lead in the body with the brain being the most sensitive organ affected. The metal refinery established in 2007 was a glowing promise that ended up generating death and infirmity even as it promised to create prosperity. SEE ALSO: Court orders State to pay Owino Uhuru slum residents Sh1.3bQuest for justice: Owino-Uhuru residents follow proceedings at the Mombasa High Court before Justice Anne Omollo. At the factory, her job had been to carry out an environmental impact assessment for Metal Refinery EPZ.

Source: Standard Digital July 17, 2020 11:48 UTC