Nandi Hills:Elders from the Talai and Nandi Kaburwo communities have issued a stern warning to politicians, threatening to curse and excommunicate those hiring goons to intimidate rivals. They emphasized that political violence could undermine peace and democracy.
According to Kenya News Agency, the elders made these remarks at Koitalel University in Nandi Hills town, where they were blessing the institution ahead of its official opening. They condemned the growing culture of political intolerance, urging leaders to embrace peaceful competition as the 2027 General Election approaches.
Talai elder Christopher Koyogi criticized politicians for using young people to intimidate opponents, calling instead for youths to be engaged in productive activities. He condemned the practice of arming youths with crude weapons to disrupt political meetings, describing it as backward and detrimental to the country’s progress.
Talai community chairman James Bassy warned that divisive politics could undermine national unity and reverse gains in promoting freedom of speech and movement. He urged politicians to unite and allow competitors to engage voters without fear of victimization.
Nandi Kaburwo chairman Augustine Kisorio stated that the elders would not tolerate politicians using youths to incite violence, warning of traditional sanctions, including curses and excommunication, for those who do. He emphasized the importance of peaceful campaigns and development, noting that political violence could create divisions and hinder community progress.
