Growing cases of murder and suicide must be addressed

The sanctity of life has never been in doubt. Indeed, our Constitution guarantees the right to life, yet in light of happenings over the last few months; there is no more guarantee. Too many cases of murder, suicides, neglect of the poor and sick that have led to loss of lives dominate news on an almost daily basis. Human life appears to have lost value.

The upsurge in homicide cases countrywide is enough cause for worry and serious national reflection. This month alone, several cases have been reported, among them, the killing of six security guards in Kilingili market, Vihiga County early this month. In Siaya, a man killed his sister-in-law over marriage plans.