Recent reports indicate that Kenyan residents at the Malaba border have closed the crossing point, demanding the release of Police Constable Philex Osamong, who was arrested by Ugandan police on the previous day. This incident has disrupted cross-border trade and travel between Kenya and Uganda.
The reasons for Osamong’s arrest remain unclear, but his colleagues and residents of Malaba fear for his safety and are calling for his immediate release. The closure of the border has caused significant economic disruption, affecting businesses and individuals who rely on cross-border trade for their livelihoods.
The Kenyan government has not yet commented on the situation, but it is expected that diplomatic efforts will be made to resolve the issue and reopen the border. The incident highlights the challenges faced by border communities in maintaining peaceful and stable relations between neighboring countries.