The guns have gone silent, at least for now, in the North Rift.
The counties of Baringo, Turkana, West Pokot, Laikipia, Elgeyo Marakwet and Samburu have in the past been synonymous with banditry, but are now witnessing some sense of tranquility.
The decades-old practice has taken root owing to its connection to communities' culture, but has now been commercialised.
The quest for quick money has left a trail of destruction.