West Pokot County schools affected by insecurity are set to reopen in January, as confirmed by County Governor Simon Kachapin.
A total of seven schools were forcibly shut down after being vandalized by bandits, and several others adversely affected by the ongoing insecurity along the county’s borders for the past two years.
The schools that had to close their doors include Cheptulel Boys and Girls, Samplomoi, Cheratek, Kases, Apollo, and Takaiywa Primary Schools.
Additionally, schools that were partially affected will receive support to return to normalcy, including Kissa, Ptoh, Kases, Takaywa, Lonyanyalem, and Pough Primary Schools, among others.
The Governor stressed the importance of peaceful coexistence as a means to improve education and encourage students to remain in the region for their schooling.
He also noted the collaboration with the National Government to ensure the affected schools reopen.
However, the Governor pointed out that a few individuals were responsible for insecurity in the region, which had hindered the functioning of the technical institute in Chesegon.
Additionally, he criticized security officers from neighboring counties for taking sides based on their work and residence.
Members of parliament and other leaders in the region echoed the call for dialogue and peaceful resolution.
They expressed a desire for an end to insecurity and noted that incitement was a significant factor contributing to conflicts.
A proposed solution by President William Ruto’s Aid, Faruki Kibet, was the promotion of intermarriage among the Turkana, Pokot, and Marakwet communities as a means to reduce tribalism and conflict.
He also urged an end to political rivalry and the procurement of illegal firearms by leaders.
By Evans Kapusia
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