Ranch invasions a ticking time bomb

The invasion of ranches and conservancies has taken a violent dimension. In the past, negotiations paved way for limited grazing rights for pastoralists.

Destruction of private property and shootouts with security agencies should end.

How many droughts has Kenya endured since independence and how many leases of large farms have expired all over the country without anyone raising attention?

The conflict, originally revolving around drought and pasture, has mutated into something reminiscent of Zimbabwe’s forcible acquisition of white farms.

The main concern for the State should be the long-term effects such as food security, unemployment and dwindling wildlife in the affected conservancies.