×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Smart Minds Choose Us
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Victory for Kisii farmer as State ordered to return his bulls, pay Sh150,000

One March 12, 2015, John Matiko, received some unexpected guests at his home in Mashang’wa, Kisii County. It was the area chief and several gun–toting administration police officers. The chief and his men were all clad in uniform; they meant business.

Matiko was so terrified, the only question he asked them as he ushered them into his humble home was, whether they would have some tea. They declined the small offer. Clearly, they were interested in bigger things — the three bulls grazing outside.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in