On December 28, residents took to the streets, waving twigs and chanting slogans to demand action from local leaders.
The poor roads, they argue, have been neglected for too long, with no repairs despite numerous complaints.
For Evelyne Adhiambo, a local woman, the poor roads have caused a personal tragedy.
She had been looking forward to a traditional marriage, known locally as nyombo, where the groom’s family brings cattle to pay the bride price.
However, her dreams were shattered when her fiancé, who came from the Kalenjin community, was forced to turn back with his cattle because the roads were impassable.
"I was so excited, I thought this would be the happiest day of my life," Evelyne said.
"But when my fiancé reached the village and saw how bad the roads were, he couldn’t continue with the cows.
He turned around and left. How am I supposed to get married when the roads are like this?"
Evelyne's story reflects the struggles of many in Limtidi, where roads are so badly damaged that even the simplest tasks, like transporting goods or attending important events, have become near impossible.
Locals argue that the roads worsen during the rainy season, with some areas completely cut off due to flooding.
"It's not just about us, it's about the businesses too," said one villager.
"We can’t get our goods to the market. We can’t even get to town without risking our lives on these roads."
The protests on December 28 were a clear message to local leaders, who residents say have ignored their pleas for road repairs.
With no clear response from the authorities, the villagers are now worried about the future.
"Why should we live like this? We deserve better," Evelyne added.
"We can’t even plan for a simple wedding, and businesses are suffering. Our leaders need to do something."
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