From Spears to Peace: Reformed warriors rally for peace during Christmas in West Pokot

Reformed warriors from pastoralist communities across the North Rift have converged in West Pokot County to reaffirm their commitment to peace during the Christmas season, marking a significant milestone in efforts to end decades of banditry and insecurity along volatile borders.The meeting, convenedunder the umbrella of the Tonapa Peace Foundation, brought together warriors and elders from West Pokot, Turkana, Elgeyo Marakwet and Baringo counties, among other pastoralist regions.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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The meeting, convenedunder the umbrella of the Tonapa Peace Foundation, brought together warriors and elders from West Pokot, Turkana, Elgeyo Marakwet and Baringo counties, among other pastoralist regions.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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