Kisii Governor Simba Arati has banned night-time street sweeping in Kisii town following growing security concerns after traders and residents were allegedly assaulted and robbed in the Getembe and Nubi areas on Friday night. The directive comes amid mounting complaints from political leaders, traders and residents over alleged goonism in parts of Kisii County, placing increased scrutiny on the county government’s Green Army programme. Friday night’s incidents have intensified concerns among traders, some of whom linked the alleged attacks to individuals they identified as Green Army staff. The Green Army was established by the county government as part of efforts to improve cleanliness, environmental management and maintenance of public spaces. Arati has previously defended the Green Army, praising its contribution to keeping Kisii town clean.