Amidst renewed clashes along the Kisii-Transmara border, which have resulted in two deaths and dozens of injuries, a city journalist has taken the lead in efforts to restore peace.
Citizen TV’s Stephen Letoo organized a meeting of young professionals from Kisii and Narok counties to discuss solutions and chart a path forward.
The meeting, which brought together youth representatives from Bomachoge Borabu and Kilgoris constituencies, aimed to address the ongoing tensions.
Letoo, speaking on behalf of the group, called on the Maasai and Gusii communities to lay down their weapons and engage in peace talks.
“Violence only deepens our wounds, but dialogue can heal them. Let’s choose the path of understanding—for the sake of our children and future generations,” Letoo said.
He also stressed the urgent need for security agencies to act swiftly in apprehending those responsible for escalating the conflict, particularly through renewed cattle rustling.
Cattle rustling trigerred clashes between Gusii and Maasai communities.
One of the key demands from the youth professionals was compensation for the families of those who have lost their lives in the clashes.
They also called for the Kisii and Narok county governments to cover medical expenses for the more than 50 victims currently receiving treatment.
Beyond immediate responses, the group emphasized the need for long-term peacebuilding efforts.
They are committed to collaborating with the Ministry of Interior to establish a sustained peace program to prevent future conflicts.
Social media users were also urged to be cautious and avoid posting inflammatory content that could escalate tensions.
Maasai and Gusii young professionals met in Nairobi.
“We must be responsible with our words. Online incitement can quickly turn into real-world violence,” Letoo cautioned.
The group now plans to engage the Governors of both counties to push for the implementation of their resolutions.
