This comes amid growing concerns that the Kenya Forest Service rangers, charged with protecting Kenya's forests, have been complicit in carrying out their duties. On Wednesday, President Ruto ordered the sacking of 23 Kenya Forest Service managers and rangers for forest destruction, corruption, and neglecting duty. Affected stations in Nakuru County where illegal logging, plantation theft, and charcoal burning have been identified, including Kiptunga Forest, Baraget Forest, Logoman Forest, Sururu Forest, and Molo Forest. In Kericho, the affected areas include Sorget Forest, Tendeno Forest, Makutano Forest, and Kericho Forest. The EACC has previously filed civil suits to recover public land fraudulently acquired by individuals and recommended criminal charges against those involved.

Source: Daily Nation October 14, 2023 19:55 UTC