Kitui County Deputy Governor Augustine Wambua Kanani on Thursday, April 30, 2026 delivered financial support from Governor Dr. Julius Malombe and the County Government of Kitui to families affected by the recent deadly Kwa Kamari attack in Mulangoni, Tseikuru Ward, Mwingi North Sub-County.

During the visit, the Deputy Governor conveyed Governor Malombe’s message of condolence, hope, and solidarity to residents of Kwa Kamari, assuring them that the county government stands firmly with them during the difficult period.

The county government donated a total of Ksh. 625,000 to support seven bereaved families and two other families whose relatives sustained injuries during the deadly attack and are currently receiving treatment at Mwingi Level IV Hospital.

Speaking at Kwa Kamari Trading Centre, Kanani condemned the brutal killings and reaffirmed the county administration’s commitment to restoring peace and stability in the area. He noted that each family that lost a loved one would receive Ksh. 75,000 to assist with burial expenses, while the injured victims would each receive Ksh. 50,000 to cater for medical needs. “The County Government of Kitui remains committed to standing with the affected families. We shall continue supporting them and ensuring they receive the assistance they need during this painful moment,” said the Deputy Governor.

Kanani also commended the National Police Service for operationalizing the Kwa Kamari Police Station, a facility constructed by the County Government of Kitui during the 2024/2025 financial year. He said the move would significantly enhance security in the area and help restore confidence among residents.

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The Deputy Governor revealed that the county government would fully cater for both hospital and burial expenses of the affected families as part of Governor Malombe’s humanitarian intervention.

The visit was led by Eastern Regional Commissioner Paul Rotich and Kitui County Commissioner Erastus Mbui, who officially operationalized the Kwa Kamari Police Station.

More than 60 police officers, most of them drawn from the General Service Unit (GSU), have since been deployed to the area, alongside an additional patrol vehicle to strengthen security operations.

Security officials assured residents of maximum protection, promising that such a heinous attack would never occur again in the area. The seven victims are expected to be laid to rest on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

Among leaders who accompanied the delegation were Kitui County Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Stephen Kimwele, Chief Officers Ferdinand Kathenge and Francisca Kyui, among other county and national government officials.

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