West Pokot governor refutes illegal gold mining claims

2026-02-18 - 11:36

West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin has moved to address mounting concerns from residents of Lami Nyeusi, Kambi Karaya and other parts of West Pokot County over ongoing illegal gold mining activities. Speaking in Kapenguria amid growing public anxiety, the governor acknowledged that concerns have intensified, with community members expressing fears about how their land and...