Kenya and Uganda to Sign Resource-Sharing Deal for Turkana-Karamojong Communities
Last Updated on July 30, 2025 by Turkana County News Online
President William Ruto has announced that Kenya and Uganda will soon sign a bilateral agreement aimed at facilitating peaceful resource sharing between the Turkana and Karamojong communities, in a bold step to end persistent border conflicts.
Speaking during the official visit of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni to Kenya, President Ruto emphasized the importance of regional cooperation in addressing long-standing tensions along the Kenya-Uganda border.
“We are working with President Museveni to finalize an agreement that will enable the Turkana and Karamojong communities to share resources peacefully,” said President Ruto. “This initiative is designed to address conflict both at the government level and through cultural understanding.”
The two neighboring pastoralist communities have historically clashed over access to grazing land, water points, and livestock, with sporadic violence threatening peace and development in the region.
President Ruto reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to working closely with Uganda in implementing long-term solutions that empower border communities, promote cross-border trade, and enhance security.
The upcoming agreement is expected to mark a significant milestone in East Africa’s cross-border peace efforts, with both countries pledging to include community leaders, elders, and local security agencies in its execution.
