It took the intervention of Marakwet West MP William Kisang, who persuaded the them to allow the leaders from West Pokot and Baringo counties to join the meeting. The DP, however, encountered a cold reception after Marakwets refused to have a joint meeting with the Pokot. By PHILEMON SUTERMore by this AuthorDeputy President William Ruto on Thursday ordered the recruitment of more police reservists to help restore peace to the troubled Kerio Valley in Elgeyo-Marakwet County. It took the intervention of Marakwet West MP William Kisang, who persuaded the them to allow the leaders from West Pokot and Baringo counties to join the meeting. The clashes between communities from West Pokot and Elgeyo-Marakwet have ruined businesses and disrupted several socio-economic activities.

Source: Daily Nation October 27, 2016 22:01 UTC