Mau evictees to receive compensation as govt tackles Transmara insecurity
Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu has announced that the government will compensate over 40,000 families evicted from the Mau Forest in the second phase of the national resettlement program.
Speaking during the Mashujaa celebrations on October 20, 2025, Governor Ntutu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that the compensation and settlement process remains transparent, fair, and corruption-free.
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“When I became your leader, I met the first phase of IDPs who were displaced from the Mau Forest here in Sagamian, Sogoo, and Melelo,” Governor Ntutu said.
“Through the help of H.E. President William Ruto, we managed to settle those families. Now we are entering the second phase, and through the local administration, those affected have been duly registered. We will soon begin verifying their names before the process commences.”
Ongoing efforts by the government
The governor’s remarks come amid ongoing efforts by both the county and national governments to address historical injustices linked to Mau evictions while balancing the need to conserve the vital forest ecosystem.
Meanwhile, Narok County Commissioner Kiokech Lotiatia issued several warnings and advisories touching on examinations, health, and security during the same event. With national examinations around the corner, he cautioned teachers, parents, and students against engaging in any form of exam malpractice, saying that security agencies will be on high alert to ensure integrity in the education sector.
The County Commissioner also raised concern over the ongoing cholera outbreak that has so far claimed five lives and left dozens hospitalised in Kilgoris Constituency, urging residents to observe strict hygiene measures and cooperate with health officers to contain the spread.
In addition, Lotiatia sounded the alarm over a looming insecurity threat fueled by the proliferation of illegal firearms within Transmara South. He noted that the rise in cattle rustling and armed attacks along the Transmara-Migori border poses a serious threat to peace and stability.
“We have a major cattle rustling issue along the border, and illegal firearms are catalysing this menace,” he warned. “The government is giving you a few days to surrender those weapons unconditionally. You have amnesty now, take advantage before forceful recovery measures are initiated.”
The Commissioner assured residents that a joint security operation will soon be launched to recover illegal weapons, restore order, and safeguard lives and property across Transmara.
