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Hundreds of Kenyans thronged entertainment spots and other amusement centers to celebrate Christmas despite the tough economic times. Some families carried packed lunches to cut down on expenses as they sought to unwind after what they said had been a tough year. This comes even as the business community decried the reduced spending power, with the hospitality industry in Mombasa recording a dip in the sales of add-on activities despite the increased bed occupancy