Several Feared Dead, Families Forced to Flee as Communities Clash at Border
At least 25 houses were torched during the chaos, with several people feared dead, and herds of cattle were reportedly driven away by attackers...
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Clashes along the Kajiado–Taita Taveta border have resulted in several deaths, widespread destruction, and livestock theft, fueled by a long-standing land dispute and renewed tensions over grazing rights in the Njukini–Elerai area. Security forces have been deployed, and authorities are investigating the violence while working towards a peaceful resolution.
- At least two people were found dead and two critically injured, with 25 houses torched during the conflict that erupted on Monday.
Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime is coordinating with national security agencies and has spoken with Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku to seek a peaceful resolution.- The Rapid Deployment Unit (RDU) from Rombo has been deployed, and the Kenya Red Cross is working with the Department of Special Programmes to deliver emergency aid.
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