The government’s ongoing disarmament campaign in Baringo County has achieved another milestone after two more illegal firearms were voluntarily surrendered in Tiaty Central. The latest development underscores the growing success of the initiative aimed at reducing the proliferation of illegal weapons in the North Rift region.
According to local security officials, residents handed over two AK-47 rifles and five rounds of ammunition, further demonstrating increasing community cooperation with government-led peace and security efforts. This brings the total number of firearms voluntarily surrendered in the county to 230, alongside 789 rounds of ammunition.
The disarmament campaign, which targets illegal possession of firearms in bandit-prone areas, continues to receive strong backing from community elders and local leaders who are urging residents to embrace peace. Authorities in Baringo have emphasized that voluntary surrender of weapons is a key step toward ending cycles of violence that have long disrupted lives and livelihoods in the region.
Security teams operating in Tiaty and other parts of Baringo are working closely with National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs), peace committees, and community policing units to foster dialogue and trust among communities. This coordinated approach is helping to address long-standing insecurity challenges while building a foundation for lasting peace.
Officials have praised the growing cooperation between residents and law enforcement agencies, noting that such partnerships are essential to restoring stability. The voluntary handover of weapons reflects a shift in attitude among locals, who are increasingly choosing peace over conflict.
The government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security through continuous engagement with communities, intelligence-led operations, and sustained weapon recovery exercises. Authorities have also reassured residents that the disarmament process is being conducted with fairness, respect, and transparency to encourage more people to come forward.
Security agencies in the North Rift continue to implement long-term strategies to promote peaceful coexistence, including strengthening community policing initiatives and enhancing collaboration with local leadership.
The progress recorded so far in Baringo County marks a significant step toward reducing armed conflict and improving the safety of citizens, residents, and visitors. As more weapons are surrendered, authorities remain optimistic that lasting peace and development will take root in the region.
