Author: Issa Hussein

Garissa family demands justice over missing relative Aug 24, 2025

More than a year later, they claim security officers have been evasive and uncooperative, providing no meaningful response regarding Abdinasir's where...

Kindiki inspects Sh100 billion Isiolo–Mandera Highway, says region poised for growth Aug 23, 2025

He emphasised that the highway will connect previously marginalised areas to the rest of the country, improving the movement of goods and people and s...

How Turkana border communities are strengthening disease surveillance Aug 23, 2025

Health teams have been conducting joint supportive supervision along key border areas, including Lokiriama Sub-County, which neighbours Uganda, South...

Garissa residents demand stricter regulations on hazardous substances in oil exploration Aug 22, 2025

The residents expressed concerns over the use of hazardous substances and waste dumping by companies that undertook previous oil exploration missions...

KWS receives high-tech patrol boat to boost conservation, security in Lake Turkana Aug 21, 2025

The vessel is also expected to unlock eco-tourism opportunities in northern Kenya, a region with immense yet underutilised potential.

Wajir youth empowered to tackle plastic waste, create jobs and curb drug abuse Aug 20, 2025

To launch the programme, Islamic Relief Kenya donated Sh2 million, giving each youth group a Sh400,000 grant to set up garbage collection points and s...

Mandera Governor Mohamed Khalif wins 2025 People’s Choice Award for education reforms Aug 20, 2025

Other winners included Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai, who was awarded for excellence in social welfare, alongside Fernandez Barasa (Kakamega), N...

Lagdera MP demands action as health facilities defy Ruto’s free outpatient care directive Aug 18, 2025

Abdikadir's remarks come after President William Ruto issued a stern warning to public health centres still demanding payment for outpatient care, str...

Turkana launches promotion review to tackle staff career stagnation Aug 15, 2025

Peter Ingollan Ekunyuk, Chair of the County Public Service Board, led the inaugural round of suitability interviews for the directorates of Economic P...

Woman killed, daughter injured in Mandera explosion near Kenya-Somali border Aug 15, 2025

Following the tragedy, residents held a protest at Border Point One, urging President William Ruto to intervene and relocate Jubbaland forces reported...

Five-year interfaith programme boosts Muslim-Christian unity in Garissa Aug 14, 2025

Muhuri Garissa co-ordinator Abdihakim Shurie attributed the programme's success to the collective efforts of community leaders, youth, women, governme...

Mandera blast destroys home, sparks fear amid Somali border clashes Aug 13, 2025

The incident has sparked fear among residents, who are already on edge due to ongoing clashes between the Somali National Army and Jubaland Security F...

Garissa health experts urge end to epilepsy stigma, call for treatment and awareness Aug 13, 2025

Garissa County Coordinator for Non-Communicable Diseases, Nurta Mohamed, urged people living with epilepsy and parents of children with the condition...

KURA gives Garissa encroachers 30 days to vacate urban road reserves Aug 12, 2025

KURA has identified critical violations along several roads in Garissa Town, including Bashal-Sambul Road, Sambul-Mikono Road, Miraa Road, Garissa Ndo...

Residents and leaders unite to support new maternal health complex in Moyale Aug 10, 2025

The project aims to transform maternal and child health services in the region, which currently faces significant challenges due to limited capacity a...

Turkana adopts solar-powered 'Vaccibox' to store vaccines in remote areas Aug 10, 2025

The Vaccibox is designed to strengthen Turkana's health system delivery capacity by providing a reliable and efficient way to store vaccines and medic...

DIG of Police Eliud Lagat urges Mandera residents to help identify terror suspects, clan conflict instigators Aug 10, 2025

The team also paid a courtesy call on Governor Mohamed Khalif, where they discussed key security matters, including intercommunal conflict, vandalism...

Bride price capped at Sh60,000 as Wajir elders slash wedding costs to ease burden on youth Aug 08, 2025

After a three-day consultation, leaders representing the Ogaden, Ajuran, and Degodia communities resolved to issue these guidelines, aimed at preservi...

Turkana County launches project to train 1,250 youth as community digital champions Aug 08, 2025

According to the county government, applicants seeking to become community digital champions must be residents of the community, active smartphone use...

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi leads peace mission in Arbajahan after clan clashes Aug 07, 2025

Governor Ahmed reaffirmed the county government's commitment to peace and coexistence, praising community-led efforts that paved the way for formal me...

Jubaland denies troop presence in Mandera amid rising tensions at Kenya-Somalia border Aug 06, 2025

Speaking to the BBC Somali service, Jubaland Vice President Mohamed Sayid said their forces were not inside Kenya but stationed near the border.

Turkana County intensifies TB fight amid alarming rise in child cases, low treatment success Aug 06, 2025

According to the county government, a new programme funded by the Global Fund will support the delivery of quality TB treatment and prevention service...

Nine police officers injured in IED attack in Garissa County Aug 05, 2025

The police report confirmed that no fatalities were reported, but the nine injured officers were rushed to the International Rescue Committee (IRC) ho...

Turkana engages farmers, stakeholders on draft agricultural policy which seeks to boost farming Aug 02, 2025

Farmers from various irrigation schemes in Loima, Turkana West, Turkana South and East sub-counties, as well as from Kakuma, Kalobeyei, Letea and Lopu...

Hundreds seek refuge in Mandera after clashes in Bula Hawa, Somalia Aug 01, 2025

Mandera County Commissioner Henry Ochako convened a crisis meeting with the County Security Committee and the Disaster Preparedness Committee due to t...

Free Wi-Fi transforms Wajir’s Wagalla village as internet access reaches remote areas Aug 01, 2025

Halima Bishar, the chairperson of the village’s rangeland management committee, said the initiative would lead to significant savings for households p...

Turkana and Toposa communities celebrate one year of cross-border peace after Arusha accord Jul 28, 2025

The event in Nadapal, Turkana, marked one year since the Arusha Peace Accord was signed in November 2024 by leaders of the Turkana, Karamojong, Toposa...

Somali culture, wildlife and hospitality draw tourists to Garissa’s Bulla Adey village Jul 27, 2025

The village, previously untouched by tourism, is now beginning to attract travellers seeking authenticity and willing to brave the area’s harsh weathe...

Celebrations as Wayu Daba community in Tana River receive title deed for communal land Jul 26, 2025

Husna further expressed her hopes that the DLGP will enhance food and nutrition security, livelihoods, and promote sustainable development through equ...

Garissa unveils irrigation policy to boost food security, climate resilience and economic growth Jul 24, 2025

Developed with technical and financial support from the World Food Programme, the policy focuses on expanding the acreage under irrigation, improving...

Garissa artisans equipped for housing project roles in youth job creation push Jul 23, 2025

Garissa Township MP Dekow M. Barrow encouraged the artisans to make the most of the opportunity and urged contractors to follow government guidelines.

Four arrested for poaching Dik-diks in Wajir using blinding torch tactic Jul 21, 2025

KWS warden Jamaal Abdirashid praised the residents of Wajir South, who live near the refugee camps, for their cooperation, commitment to conservation,...

Turkana water firm targets landlords to curb 55 per cent revenue loss from unpaid bills, leakages Jul 20, 2025

An internal analysis reveals that non-revenue water—water produced but not billed—has exceeded 50 per cent, straining the company’s finances, discoura...

Traders at Garissa’s Soko Mugdi market rise from ashes again as state plans modern upgrade Jul 20, 2025

On Thursday, Garissa County Commissioner Mohamed Ramadhan presided over the distribution of donations worth over Sh1.6 million—provided by Health CS A...

Northern Kenya needs better weather forecast communication, says met department Jul 18, 2025

Ebla Hassan, the secretary of the Garissa Farmers Network, echoed the call to strengthen early warning systems, particularly for farmers along the Riv...

Refugees win big as High Court orders citizenship, immigration law reforms Jul 18, 2025

The High Court declared that all children born of a Kenyan citizen and a refugee or persons seeking refugee status are Kenyan by birth pursuant to art...

Buna residents in Wajir decry poor transport infrastructure Jul 17, 2025

They said the recent rains and floods from Ethiopia flowing into the seasonal rivers created gullies and widening channels along the road, resulting i...

PS Carren Ageng'o calls for stronger child protection in ECD schools Jul 16, 2025

PS Carren Achieng Ageng'o called for strengthening child care and safeguarding children from violence through an ecosystem that supports shaping the f...

Two dead in Garissa after IED blast along Ijara–Bodhai Road Jul 14, 2025

The victims were traveling on Brobox vehicle registration number KDJ 495N and were destined to Bodhai town on the fateful night.

Armed gang kills watchman at girls' school in Garissa Jul 11, 2025

The police incident report further indicated that the assailants also broke into the principal's office and stole Sh102,500.

NDMA: 23 arid counties face water shortage, risk of drought-induced conflicts grows Jul 10, 2025

The NDMA CEO stated that the organisation is doing its best to focus on building community resilience against climate shocks, based on the available...

Kenya-Ethiopia begin technical assessment of cross-border bridge projects Jul 07, 2025

The team conducted site visits to the proposed bridges and one-stop border points locations in Mandera (Malka Suftu) and Rhamu, which are critical com...

Garissa farmers count losses as recurring floods wipe out solar-powered farming dreams Jul 06, 2025

Their dreams of transforming agriculture through solar-powered water pumps have been shattered by ongoing anxiety and uncertainty caused by recurring...

Garissa elders petition assembly to rename streets after eminent local leaders, cultural icons Jul 05, 2025

The elders explored the significance of naming the streets after eminent personalities as a form of public commemoration, honouring individuals who co...

Turkana County, donor partners unveil IMonitor to enhance community health Jul 05, 2025

Funded by AMREF Health Africa through the TB Global Fund, the application will facilitate data collection and improve service delivery by enabling the...

Garissa leaders push for fire preparedness at Soko Mugdi following frequent market fires Jul 03, 2025

Garissa Town MCA and Minority Leader Hussein Mohamed tabled the motion, which received unanimous support from all Members of the County Assembly.

Garissa County Commissioner Mohamed Mwabudzo warns youth against Libya-based human trafficking syndicate Jul 01, 2025

Garissa County Commissioner Mohamed Mwabudzo expressed concern that families were being impoverished by selling their livestock to raise ransom money...

Fire burns Garissa town’s Soko Mugdi market again as traders count millions in losses Jun 30, 2025

Asha Mohamed stood in shock as her M-Pesa shop was engulfed in flames, saying it was the second time fire had completely destroyed her business.

Garissa elders urge peace, restraint ahead of 2027 polls amidst rising tensions Jun 30, 2025

The peace committee said demonstrations are constitutional rights, but must be sanctioned through proper procedures.

Turkana communities empowered to embrace home-grown foods to tackle malnutrition Jun 29, 2025

The department noted that the initiative targets areas with a high prevalence of underweight children, specifically in Lopur, Korinyang, Lokapel, Kale...

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