Another suspected Mungiki member killed and his house set ablaze in Kirinyaga

Friday, February 7, 2025 - Tension remains high in the South-Ngariama Ranching Scheme, Mwea-East Sub-County, Kirinyaga County, as enraged residents continue to flush out suspected members of the outlawed Mungiki sect.

On Thursday, a 50-year-old man suspected to be part of the gang was killed, and his house, along with all his belongings, was set ablaze at Itangi Trading Centre.

According to residents, the victim had been selling tomatoes and onions at the market, while his first wife lived at Kadawa Trading Centre.

“We knew he was part of the outlawed sect, but he tried to play hide and seek with us,” said one of the residents after the house was set on fire.

Mwea-East Sub-County Police Commander Mohammed Jarso confirmed the incident, condemning the residents for taking the law into their own hands.

“Moses Njagi was killed by angry residents. Unfortunately, the man is no more. Let us respect lives,” said Jarso.

The residents launched a crackdown against sect members on January 29^th, 2025, accusing them of forcefully taking land and assaulting women.

So far, three suspected sect members have been killed.

Over 500 residents are now keeping watch, while elders guard women and children at home.

However, Mwea-East Deputy County Commissioner Fred Ayieko, has urged residents to respect the law and allow authorities to handle security matters.

The Kenyan DAILY POST