Kericho MCA attacked by armed individuals during development function
Kericho nominated MCA Isaac Matker was attacked by armed individuals on Friday, August 28, 2026, during a development tour in Kapkugerwet Ward. Matker said the group confronted him as he arrived at a venue where development activities were taking place. Some of the attackers were captured on video carrying machetes, jembes and other crude weapons. […]
Kericho's nominated Member of County Assembly (MCA), Isaac Matker, was assaulted by armed individuals on August 28, 2026, during a development function in Kapkugerwet Ward. As he arrived at a venue hosting development activities, a group of attackers confronted him, wielding machetes, jembes, and other crude weapons. Video footage captured some of the assailants, heightening concerns over political tensions in the area ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Matker reported the attack to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), urging the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. He stated that the incident occurred while he was participating in development activities with other MCAs and was not involved in political campaigning. Matker emphasized that every Kenyan has the right to seek an elective position in a democratic Kenya, where political disputes should not be settled through violence.
The MCA has declared his interest in contesting the Kapkugerwet Ward MCA seat, a decision that has reportedly increased political rivalry in the region. He called for security agencies to investigate the incident and take action against the perpetrators, emphasizing that political differences should be resolved through peaceful means.
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