Calm prevailed across Kericho County on Monday despite calls by activists to hold Saba Saba demonstrations, with businesses operating normally under heightened security.
Security officers maintained patrols in major towns and trading centres as residents went about their daily activities without disruption.
Several business owners welcomed the peaceful atmosphere, saying demonstrations would further strain an already difficult economic environment.
Jane Koech, a trader in Kericho Town, said businesses could not afford another day of losses.Calm prevailed across Kericho County on Monday despite calls by activists to hold Saba Saba demonstrations, with businesses operating normally under heightened security.
Security officers maintained patrols in major towns and trading centres as residents went about their daily activities without disruption.
Several business owners welcomed the peaceful atmosphere, saying demonstrations would further strain an already difficult economic environment.
Jane Koech, a trader in Kericho Town, said businesses could not afford another day of losses.Calm prevailed across Kericho County on Monday despite calls by activists to hold Saba Saba demonstrations, with businesses operating normally under heightened security.
Security officers maintained patrols in major towns and trading centres as residents went about their daily activities without disruption.
Several business owners welcomed the peaceful atmosphere, saying demonstrations would further strain an already difficult economic environment.
Jane Koech, a trader in Kericho Town, said businesses could not afford another day of losses.
“We are already facing many economic challenges. Demonstrations that disrupt business only worsen our situation. We appeal for peace so that we can continue earning a living,” she said.
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Another trader, Emily Chelangat, urged demonstrators to allow the government time to address their concerns through dialogue rather than protests.
“We are asking those planning demonstrations to give the government time to respond to their grievances. Politicians should also stop using young people to advance political interests,” she said.
The Police Department reiterated that demonstrations would not be permitted within the county, warning that anyone who violated the directive would face legal action.
Police also assured residents and traders of adequate security, encouraging them to continue with their normal activities without fear.
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“We are asking those planning demonstrations to give the government time to respond to their grievances. Politicians should also stop using young people to advance political interests,” she said.
The heightened security comes amid concerns over possible protests in parts of the country to mark the annual Saba Saba commemorations.
