Massive destruction as protestors burn Homa Bay market

Residents of Homa Bay town remove pieces of iron sheet from the scene of fire at Homa Bay market. The fire also burnt an assistant chief’s office. The incident led to loss of property worth about Sh10m on August 12 at 9pm. photo by JAMES OMORO

Unknown people have burnt down an assistant chief's office and business premises at Homa Bay market.

The motive of the arsonists was not immediately clear although unconfirmed reports indicated they could have been part of a mob that was protesting against the outcome of the presidential election.