Category: Peace & Security

Twenty-six suspects were arrested yesterday following a multi-agency operation that uncovered several illegal brewing dens in the heart of Isiolo Town. During the crackdown, police seized 150 litres of molasses, 100 litres of muratina, 590 litres of ndume, and various brewing equipment. Two suspects linked to the illegal brewing activities were taken into custody, while…

Police in Isiolo have arrested six suspects and recovered 18 illegal firearms in an ongoing security operation. The firearms and ammunition were displayed on Sunday evening at the Isiolo Police Station, bringing the total number of weapons recovered so far to 23. Isiolo Police Commander Isaac Sang said the recovered weapons include four MAC-4 rifles,…

The ongoing multi-agency security operation in Isiolo County has recorded notable progress, with law enforcement authorities successfully recovering illegal firearms, drugs, and stolen livestock over the weekend. Several suspects were also apprehended and are set to face charges in court this week. These latest developments mark a significant step forward in the efforts to combat…

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and Woman Representative Mumina Bonaya have issued the national government a two-day ultimatum to remove herders from Samburu County who are currently grazing in Isiolo, following rising tension after the killing of two people. On Sunday, three people were shot by suspected Samburu herders near Kuro Bisan. Two of the victims…

Authorities in Isiolo have initiated peace talks with elders from the Rendille, Samburu, and Borana communities to calm rising tensions in Kom Durte. The Kom Triangle, a crucial dry-season grazing area at the intersection of Isiolo, Marsabit, and Samburu counties, has become the center of the dispute. The conflict stems from the influx of livestock…

Transport along the Ruiri–Isiolo route was brought to a standstill as angry residents staged protests demanding action against rising insecurity. The demonstrators accused rustlers of driving away their livestock during a raid two weeks ago and alleged the animals were taken to Samburu County. During the protest residents blocked the road with stones and thorn…

Residents of Ngaremara and Burat wards in Isiolo are calling on the government to take stronger measures to address the growing human–wildlife conflicts that continue to claim lives, destroy property, degrade the environment, and threaten wildlife populations. The concerns were raised during a community dialogue forum in Isiolo organized by local radio stations Angaf and…

Tension along the Isiolo–Samburu border has eased following an agreement between residents of Atan and Ngaremara in Isiolo, and Lorubae in Samburu East, to return livestock stolen during recent clashes that left a woman injured. Thanks to the efforts of National Police Reservists, more than 300 goats and eight cows were recovered and returned to…