Security agencies in Elgeyo Marakwet County have confirmed that more illegal firearms have been surrendered to authorities in the ongoing peace restoration mission in the banditry-hit devolved unit.

On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, the National Police Service announced that six individuals from the Kipchumwa, Wewe, Endul, and Maron sub-locations of Marakwet sub-county in the region voluntarily surrendered six illegal rifles and 27 rounds of ammunition to police officers at Embobut Police Station on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The NPS further described the development as a step towards the right direction in their mission.

More firearms surrendered

”This voluntary surrender marks significant progress in the ongoing disarmament exercise. So far, 299 illegal firearms, 2,173 rounds of ammunition, and one fragmentation rifle grenade have been surrendered voluntarily in Elgeyo Marakwet County. The National Police Service commends the communities in the area for their immense support towards Operation Rudisha Bunduki and encourages continued collaboration with law enforcement agencies in promoting peace and security in the area,” the NPS said in a statement.

In a similar operation in Kerio Valley Sub-County, the mission continues to yield positive results as Tot Police Station received two further illegally held firearms, which were surrendered voluntarily—an AK47 and a G3—from Kaben and Arror Locations on Thursday, October 30, 2025.

According to the NPS, the recovery brought the total number of weapons recovered in Kerio Valley Sub-County to 290, along with 2,137 rounds of ammunition. The National Police Service also appreciated the communities in the region for their continued cooperation with the security agencies during the disarmament process.

Peace restoration in Kerion Valley

Speaking on Saturday, October 4, 2025, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen noted that the initiative in Kerio Valley aims to silence guns in the area and restore normal life. He commended former bandits who handed over the weapons, saying they had embraced peace and were ready to reintegrate into society.

“We commend the reformed bandits who accepted our olive branch and have since surrendered firearms. The government will support them through a comprehensive anti-radicalisation and reintegration programme to ensure they fully return to productive community life,” he said.

The CS further explained that the region is already experiencing visible progress. Kipchumba Murkomen made the announcement during an empowerment drive held in Sambirir, Marakwet East.