Former Tourism Cabinet Secretary Peninah Malonza has appealed to President William Ruto to address the escalating insecurity in Kitui County, particularly in Kitui South. She reported discussing the issue with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, highlighting attacks by armed bandits that have resulted in torching of houses, disruption of schooling, and loss of lives.

• Malonza spoke on Thursday, September 4, emphasizing the worsening security situation since Deputy President Kithure Kindiki's tenure as CS.
• The plea comes amidst rising insecurity concerns across Kenya, with leaders from Mandera County also raising alarms about the alleged presence of Jubaland forces.
• CS Murkomen dismissed claims of foreign forces in Mandera on Wednesday, August 4, attributing the influx to Somali residents fleeing insecurity, while stating investigations are underway.