By JOSPHINE MWENDE
Residents of Mutha Ward, located in Kitui South Constituency, are counting heavy losses after more than 2,000 camels from neighboring Tana River County invaded their farms and destroyed crops. The invasion has sparked tension among the locals, with fears of food shortages and increased insecurity looming large.
According to area MCA Ishmael Mwamisi, this is a recurring pattern where herders drive camels into the area as the dry season approaches, leading to destruction and tension among the locals."The owner of the camels, which were seized and taken to Musenge Police Station, must come forward and fully compensate the farmers for the destruction caused," Hon. Mwamisi emphasized.
Hon. Mwamisi warned that if urgent action is not taken, the ward may face food shortages and increased insecurity. He called on both the national and county governments to intervene and protect the livelihoods and safety of the residents. "We can no longer tolerate this recurring issue, which is a clear sign of disrespect toward the residents of Mutha by the herders," he stated.
One of the affected residents, Kamene, expressed her distress over the invasion, explaining that camels were released into her farm and destroyed her crops. "The situation has created fear for our safety—especially among women and children," she said.
Hon. Mwamisi urged both the national and county governments to swiftly intervene and drive the camels out of the farming areas. He warned that if no immediate action is taken, he and the residents of Mutha Ward will be left with no choice but to remove the camels themselves in order to safeguard peace and protect livelihoods in the region.
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