Four illegal firearms, including an AK-47 rifle, were surrendered on Sunday to security agencies in Transmara South, Narok County, under the ongoing government amnesty.
Police praised the move as a sign of growing public cooperation and urged residents still in possession of illegal weapons to take advantage of the amnesty window in the interest of public safety.
“The firearms have been placed in safe custody pending further processing in accordance with the law,” police said in a statement, adding that the weapons will be handled through established legal procedures.
Narok County has for years been a focus of voluntary arms surrender and disarmament initiatives due to persistent insecurity and communal tensions, particularly in the Transmara region.
Authorities say the circulation of illegal firearms has continued to pose a threat to lives and livelihoods despite repeated efforts to address the problem.
Previous disarmament drives in Transmara have resulted in significant recoveries.
The latest surrender was described as a positive indication that trust between communities and security agencies is improving, particularly in areas previously affected by the proliferation of illegal arms.
The National Police Service commended the role of grassroots leaders and residents in encouraging compliance with the amnesty.
“The National Police Service appreciates the support of local leadership and members of the public for their cooperation,” the Service said, noting that sustained partnerships are essential to achieving lasting security.
Police also called on the public to remain vigilant and to share information related to security threats through official and confidential channels.
Members of the public were reminded that reports can be made via toll-free emergency numbers 999, 911, or 112, or anonymously through the #FichuaKwaDCI platform on 0800 722 203 or WhatsApp 0709 570 000.
Authorities reiterated that the removal of illegal firearms from communities is critical to reducing violence and enhancing public safety, adding that continued cooperation between citizens and law enforcement remains key to securing peace in Transmara South and surrounding areas.
During a 2018 government-led amnesty, close to 100 firearms were surrendered, a development that authorities said contributed to a reduction in armed violence in the area.
Subsequent operations recorded mixed results. In April 2020, at least six illegal firearms, including assault rifles, were handed over during a targeted operation.
Later campaigns led to the recovery of 22 illegal guns and 16 rounds of ammunition after residents responded to government directives to surrender weapons.
Despite these gains, security agencies acknowledge that many illegal firearms remain in civilian hands.
Officials say the continued amnesty forms part of broader efforts to strengthen peace, stability, and development across Narok County.
