KEUMBU MARKET IN CRISIS: traders ask for forgiveness- Boycott That's Starving an Entire Trading Town

Small-scale traders at Keumbu Market are counting losses four days after a social media-driven boycott took hold, following a deadly attack on a political convoy along the Kisii-Keroka Highway. The Linda Mwananchi brigade, led by Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna, was stoned on Friday, 3rd July 2026, leaving several injured and claiming the life of 36-year-old supporter Vincent Osiemo, who fell from a campaign vehicle during the chaos. With traders at Keumbu Market accused of involvement — a claim they deny — an online boycott has spread offline, with matatus reportedly skipping the market's usual stopovers. This video breaks down the timeline, the arrests made so far, the call for an independent IPOA probe, and what it all means for a community now fighting for its livelihood. #KeumbuMarket #KenyaNews TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Introduction: A Market Under Siege 00:35 – The Attack on the Kisii-Keroka Highway 01:50 – The Death of Vincent Osiemo 02:40 – Traders Accused: Fingers Point at Keumbu 03:30 – The Online Boycott Begins 04:20 – Matatus Join the Boycott Pressure 05:15 – Livelihoods on the Line 06:15 – Traders Appeal for Forgiveness 07:00 – Police Arrests: The Seven Suspects 07:50 – MP Jhanda Summoned for Questioning 08:25 – Calls for an Independent IPOA Investigation 09:05 – A Community Caught in the Middle 09:45 – Closing Thoughts MAISHA TV – Kenya’s News Voice of Truth, Insight & Impact 🏆 KUZA Award–Winning news Broadcaster | Top 5 Most-Watched TV Channel in Kenya (2024–2025) – Media Council of Kenya We bring you breaking news, fearless investigative journalism, and powerful human stories that shape conversations in Kenya, Africa, and across the globe. From State House to village town halls, from Nairobi’s business district to African conflict zones—we deliver credible, timely, and thought-provoking coverage you can trust. ---MOST RECOMMENDED STORIES:    • MOST RECOMMENDED   📌 WHAT YOU’LL FIND ON THIS CHANNEL ✔ Kenya Breaking News – Live updates on politics, elections, and government decisions ✔ Political Analysis & Commentary – Deep dives with experts, MPs, and policy voices ✔ Investigative Journalism – Uncovering corruption, silent wars, and military intelligence ✔ African & Global News – Coverage of key events shaping the continent and beyond ✔ Business, Finance & Economy – Market insights, entrepreneurship, and economic growth stories ✔ Lifestyle, Culture & Entertainment – Fashion, art, music, film, and sports ✔ Special Reports & Documentaries – Exclusive features you won’t find anywhere else --- 📺 WATCH OUR CONTENT ▶️ WATCH FULL EPISODE: https://short-link.me/1b3wh 💻 OTHER TERRESTRIAL PLATFORMS: MAISHA TV KENYA --- 🎤 LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS 🎫 PLG 2025 | https://shorturl.at/qY9mZ| 🍋 https://rb.gy/b2hz41 📕 https://short-link.me/16DQx --- 📱 REAL-TIME NEWS ALERTS Join our WhatsApp Channel: Click Here Text “MAISHA TV NEWS” to +254746999841 for instant breaking news --- 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS @Maisha TV Kenya News @Maisha TV Kenya Podcast @Maisha TV Kenya @Maisha TV Kenya Digital --- 🌍 WHERE TO WATCH US 📡 StarTimes – Channel 108 📡 GOtv – Channel 808 📡 Any Free-to-Air decoder nationwide We broadcast across Kenya: Kisumu, Kitale, Bungoma, Vihiga, Siaya, Nairobi, Eldoret, Trans-nzoia, Migori, Webuye, Kakamega, Homabay, Mumias, Malaba, Moi's Bridge, Makutano, Kapenguria, Busia, Lwakhakha, Mt. Elgon, Turbo, Malava, Yala, Kisii, and more. --- 📢 FOLLOW MAISHA TV ONLINE TikTok: /maishaTVKenya Facebook: /MaishaTVKenya X (Twitter): MAishaTVKenya Instagram: /maishaTVKenya 🌐 Website: maishatv.co.ke --- 💼 BUSINESS & SUPPORT 📩 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: +254746999841 💳 Support via MPESA Till: 656231 --- ⚠️ COPYRIGHT & PRODUCTION Produced by Maisha TV Kenya – All rights reserved under copyright and fair use policies. #KenyaNews, #BreakingNewsKenya, #KenyaToday, #KenyanPolitics, #KenyaUpdates, #KenyaHeadlines, #KenyaCurrentAffairs