Government to deploy 200 police reservists in Tana River to tackle banditry - Kindiki
DP Kindiki also acknowledged the progress made by the local security teams, noting that the security situation in the area had improved.
The government has announced plans to deploy 200 National Police Reservists (NPR) in Tana River County to help restore peace and curb the rising incidents of banditry in the region.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced on Friday during a visit to the area that the move is part of the government's ongoing efforts to ensure the security of the region's residents.
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"We will keep our promise. Next year, we will deploy 200 National Police Reservists to maintain peace and stop banditry," Kindiki said, stressing the government's commitment to improving security in Tana River.
He also called on political, religious, and community leaders to intensify their engagement with residents to foster unity and reduce violence in the area.
Going further, DP Kindiki also acknowledged the progress made by the local security teams, noting that the security situation in the area had improved.
However, he urged continued collaboration among community leaders, church leaders, and elders to ensure lasting peace and stability.
"I want to thank the security officials in this area because the situation has continued to improve, and what remains is for political leaders, church leaders, and elders to continue engaging and uniting the community for Tana River to grow," Kindiki added.
The Deputy President was in Tana River County for Senator Danson Mungatana's Thanksgiving Ceremony and the official opening of classrooms at Arap Moi Primary School. His visit comes amid increasing concern over deadly inter-clan clashes that have escalated over recent months.
In October, top police commanders visited the area to assess the security situation following violence that led to the deaths of 22 people.
The clashes resulted in the displacement of hundreds of residents, with many fleeing to safer areas.
During the October visit, police officials met with locals at Anole Primary School, where they briefed the community on the government's efforts to restore peace and ensure that schools remain operational.
The officials ordered the immediate deployment of General Service Unit (GSU) officers to enhance security in the affected areas.
In Tana River, violence between different communities first erupted in the Anole area before spreading to other nearby villages. Local leaders are under investigation in connection with the violence, which has left many people displaced.
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