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July 24, 2026
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Iten Court clears Kaptagat Forest fencing as community joins case

Iten Court clears Kaptagat Forest fencing as community joins case

The Environment and Land Court in Iten, Elgeyo-Marakwet County has lifted temporary orders that had halted the fencing of the Kaptagat Forest...

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The Environment and Land Court in Iten has lifted temporary orders that had halted the fencing of Kaptagat Forest, allowing the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) to proceed with conservation efforts.

  • The court allowed the Kaptagat community, through their Community Forest Associations (CFAs), to formally join the legal proceedings.
  • The original case was filed by Gilbert Cheruiyot and others, citing inadequate public participation and the lack of an Environmental and Social Impact Assessment.
  • The court has directed all parties to submit written arguments on a Preliminary Objection challenging its jurisdiction, with a mention scheduled for 1st October 2026.

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