Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen says improved security in the Kerio Valley is paving the way for long-awaited development projects that were previously stalled by decades of conflict.
In a statement shared on X after touring Tiaty on Wednesday, Murkomen said the region is experiencing sustained calm, enabling the government to roll out targeted programmes aimed at restoring livelihoods and stimulating economic growth.
“We are leveraging the gains of our sustained efforts to restore lasting peace and stability in the Kerio Valley to advance targeted development initiatives that will open up the region for expanded opportunities and sustainable economic growth,” Murkomen said.
The CS emphasized that his ministry is committed to ensuring that the peace achieved translates into tangible improvements for communities historically affected by banditry and marginalisation.
During his visit, Murkomen presided over the Kolowa Women Empowerment Programme, an initiative spearheaded by Tiaty MP William Kamket to enhance women’s economic resilience and rebuild social structures weakened by insecurity.
Murkomen praised the project, noting that it aligns with the government’s strategy of pairing peace efforts with development to guarantee long-term stability.
“I commend Hon. Kamket for this initiative, which complements our efforts,” he said.
Leaders Urged to Support Peace Efforts
The CS called on political, community, and administrative leaders across the valley to remain steadfast in the peace-building process.
“I urge all leaders in the region to support the peace process through voluntary disarmament, infrastructure development, and the restoration of dignified and sustainable livelihoods for the local communities,” he added.
Murkomen was accompanied by Baringo Senator Vincent Chemitei, Taveta MP John Bwire, and several local leaders—an apparent show of unified political support for the government’s interventions.
According to the CS, the ongoing stability should unlock new investments in roads, water projects, markets, and social services—developments that residents have long demanded but could not be realised due to persistent insecurity.
Murkomen reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working closely with local communities to safeguard the gains made and secure a more prosperous future for the region.
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