Don’t politicise security matters, Narok residents told

Narok Elders Urge Unity: Don’t Politicise Security Matters
A group of respected Nyumba Kumi elders in Narok town has called on residents to refrain from turning security concerns into political fodder. Led by community elder Charles Kuraro, they criticised individuals they say are exploiting isolated criminal incidents to score political points, warning that such tactics only deepen division.
Kuraro condemned recent social media posts that portrayed Narok as a hotbed of violence, insisting that residents report suspicious individuals directly to the police instead of spreading fear.
He argued that sensationalising crime for political gain undermines efforts to root out actual criminals. If you have a political agenda, put your manifesto to the people … but do not use security as a campaign platform, he said.
Another elder, Joseph Kamau, echoed this, saying that ensuring safety is a shared responsibility and that vilifying the authorities on social media only gives criminals room to operate.
Their appeal comes amid rising anxiety in the county after reports of a man’s body dumped near the Muslim graveyard — an incident that sparked online unrest.
At the same time, Joshua Kaputa, a Peace Ambassador in Narok and aspiring legislator, has pushed for stronger security responses, saying residents are tired of feeling unsafe.
Looking ahead, the elders are calling for greater community cooperation with law-enforcement agencies. Prompt reporting of unknown individuals, strengthening of neighborhood watch groups, and open dialogue between locals and security teams are among the practical steps they recommend.
They argue that politics should not be allowed to undermine efforts to build a safer, more united Narok.