Homestead burned down amid land wrangles in Kilgoris

A homestead of one of the residents was razed down in an alleged land dispute in Kilgoris, Narok County.

The property of Ms Ghati Mogendi, including three huts, farm harvests and other households were burnt down by suspected arsonists on Wednesday afternoon.

Ms Mogendi is said to have been away when the incident occurred near the border between Narok and Migori counties.

Kilgoris police boss David Wambua said the incident occured following a land dispute between two communities living in the area.

In the skirmishes that have left scores dead, members of the Kuria community claim they are being forced from their lands by Kipsigis residents who allegedly claim ownership of the land.

On the other hand, the Kuria claim to have bought the lands and settled there.

Kuria residents living in the area said they are living in fear of possible attacks.

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