Pokot elders raise concerns over water, schools and roads in Laikipia
Pokot community elders in Laikipia have raised concerns over limited access to water, education, roads and government services in parts of Laikipia West. The residents spoke during a public baraza at Nakirer Village in Olmoran Ward on Thursday, August 27, 2026, where they called on elected leaders to address what they described as longstanding challenges […]
Elders of the Pokot community in Laikipia have expressed concerns about limited access to essential services such as water, education, and roads in areas of Laikipia West. During a public gathering at Nakirer Village in Olmoran Ward on Thursday, August 27, 2026, community members called on elected leaders to address persistent issues in the region.
Chepochonyir Kanyaker highlighted the ongoing struggles with basic services, particularly water and education. She lamented the lack of teachers at the local school, noting that some children are compelled to leave the area to continue their studies. Kanyaker also mentioned the significant travel distances residents must undertake to access water, describing the journey from their village to Nagu as a significant undertaking.
Jimmy wa GG criticized elected leaders for failing to hold regular meetings with residents to address development and other local concerns. He urged leaders to engage with the community through public meetings and to respond to their service delivery complaints. Jimmy also called for peaceful coexistence among different communities in Laikipia, urging residents to seek resolution through peaceful means rather than violence.
Youth leader Nasil Samwel appealed to young people to maintain peace ahead of the 2027 General Election, emphasizing the importance of voting in a peaceful manner. Paul Buseinei advised residents to evaluate political candidates based on their development plans rather than their ethnicity or party affiliation. He stressed that education and access to water should be prioritized by leaders running for office in the area.
Buseinei also encouraged residents to carefully consider the candidates during the campaign period before making their decision. He urged them to accept the election outcome and support the elected leader, regardless of their community or political background. The residents' concerns were voiced less than a year before the 2027 General Election, with water, education, roads, and access to public services identified as key issues during the meeting.
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