How farming is cultivating peace in volatile Kerio Valley

Samuel Kipkeu from Tot, Elgeyo-Marakwet County harvests a ripe mango at his farm on January 10, 2020. PHOTO | JARED NYATAYA | NMG

Kerio Valley region has been known for many years as banditry and cattle raids hotspot. These attacks have been the bane of socio-economic development in the semi-arid area, as they have led to loss of lives and property.

The region, which has been branded Kosovo of Kenya due to the never-ending attacks, is however experiencing economic transformation due to the prevailing peace after bandits behind the insecurity were subdued in joint security operations.

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