The announcement comes amid rising insecurity in parts of Narok County, which has displaced thousands of residents and caused extensive property damage.
Speaking on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, CS Murkomen reaffirmed the government’s commitment to law and order.
Speaking on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, CS Murkomen reaffirmed the government’s commitment to law and order.
“No part of our country shall be allowed to slide into lawlessness under the watch of the Kenya Kwanza administration,” he said in a post on X, Kenya’s social media platform.
He noted that security agencies have been placed on high alert to ensure calm is restored and maintained throughout the region.
Trans Mara West and Trans Mara South sub-counties have experienced violent clashes since mid-December, displacing over 1,800 residents and destroying 253 homes, according to reports from the Kenya Red Cross Society.
Trans Mara West and Trans Mara South sub-counties have experienced violent clashes since mid-December, displacing over 1,800 residents and destroying 253 homes, according to reports from the Kenya Red Cross Society.
In response, the government imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew and designated 14 areas as security-disturbed zones to facilitate enhanced operations by police and other security agencies.
To fast-track interventions and help displaced residents return home safely, Murkomen held a field meeting in Siteti, Trans Mara South Sub-County.
To fast-track interventions and help displaced residents return home safely, Murkomen held a field meeting in Siteti, Trans Mara South Sub-County.
The meeting brought together National Government Administrative Officers and senior security officials to coordinate efforts on the ground.
The CS emphasized that a unified approach is critical for stabilizing the area and restoring confidence among affected communities.
Illegal Firearms Surrender
Central to restoring peace is the disarmament exercise, Murkomen explained, warning that the government would not tolerate civilians holding illegal weapons.
Illegal Firearms Surrender
Central to restoring peace is the disarmament exercise, Murkomen explained, warning that the government would not tolerate civilians holding illegal weapons.
He called on residents in Kilgoris, Kuria East, Kuria West, and Emurua Dikirr constituencies to surrender all unlicensed firearms immediately.
“Those involved in the sale of illegal firearms and ammunition will face decisive action,” he said.
Murkomen confirmed that the initial surrender had already begun, with five guns and fourteen rounds of ammunition handed over following the President’s directives.
Murkomen confirmed that the initial surrender had already begun, with five guns and fourteen rounds of ammunition handed over following the President’s directives.
However, he noted that this was only a fraction of the estimated 100 illegal firearms in the area. Security agencies have been tasked with recovering all remaining weapons to prevent further violence.
The CS also highlighted concerns regarding the conduct of some county rangers, citing reports of unlawful use of firearms.
The CS also highlighted concerns regarding the conduct of some county rangers, citing reports of unlawful use of firearms.
He announced plans to issue a policy directive to the Inspector-General of Police to ensure all rangers are thoroughly vetted, operate under a clear reporting structure, and remain accountable to the National Police Service.
Murkomen was accompanied by Deputy Inspector-General of Police Eliud Lagat and other senior officers, signaling the government’s commitment to intensified security operations and full enforcement of the disarmament exercise in the region.
The voluntary firearms surrender initiative aims to create a foundation for long-term peace in Trans Mara.
Murkomen was accompanied by Deputy Inspector-General of Police Eliud Lagat and other senior officers, signaling the government’s commitment to intensified security operations and full enforcement of the disarmament exercise in the region.
The voluntary firearms surrender initiative aims to create a foundation for long-term peace in Trans Mara.
By removing illegal weapons from civilian hands, the government hopes to reduce violent clashes, protect residents, and allow displaced families to return safely to their homes.
The CS urged residents to cooperate fully with authorities, warning that any resistance or involvement in illegal arms trade would attract severe penalties.
The CS urged residents to cooperate fully with authorities, warning that any resistance or involvement in illegal arms trade would attract severe penalties.
