09/04/2026
Residents of Kiengu East staged protests accusing a local woman of planting eucalyptus trees near water catchment areas and community wells, actions they claim have contributed to water scarcity in the region. The residents allege that the trees absorb large amounts of water, leading to the drying up of nearby sources, while at the same time the woman has reportedly dug private boreholes and is selling water to the community. The situation has sparked anger among locals, who are now calling on relevant authorities to intervene, investigate the matter, and protect public water resources from further depletion.
