The government will resettle squatters forced out of Mau Narok forest as it tightens efforts to conserve the water tower.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday, May 2 said State had set aside funds for the resettlement in the next financial year to help hundreds of families who have remained homeless for years.
Speaking at Sogoo in Narok South when he launched the construction of feeder roads funded by the county government, the DP said President William Ruto was keen on finding better places for the displaced locals to live.
"They were kicked out of the forest in an inhumane manner but that is now behind us. We will continue to conserve the forest. The President has set aside funds for the resettlement of the people in the next financial year which will begin in July," Gachagua stated.
He asked the affected citizens to form a 10-member committee that will work with the government on resettlement.
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Mr Gachagua invited the committee members together with the area MCA, MP, Governor, and deputy county commissioner to his office to firm up the plans to relocate them.
The Deputy President also applauded Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu for the construction of the feeder roads within the county that will enhance residents' access to markets for their farm produce and health facilities within the region.
The DP launched the 24km Bokoiyot-Marinwak-Kipkurkuret- Sogoo-Tengecha-Road and 6km Tumoyot-Menet road in Sogoo, Narok South.
He mentioned taht Sogoo was a fertile food basket condusive for vegetables, wheat, maize and milk farming.
"The government is committed to opening up this area to potential markets and reduce post harvest losses," he said.
The new roads are part of the 1,145 km of Lot 83 feeder roads and bridges within the six sub-counties of Narok funded by the county.
"These roads will help farmers to reduce post-harvest losses by delivering their farm produce to the markets in time.
This will ensure they fetch best prices in the market," the DP added.
