Northern Kenya

Officials called on the county to support efforts to ensure those displaced or impacted are adequately compensated.

Through lawyer Kibiku Njenga, Mohamed had told the High Court that although his arrest was unlawful, without an explanation of any offences he could have committed.

Sheikh Moti-Ur-Rasool passed away on Monday morning. Preparations are currently underway for his burial at Lang’ata Cemetery in Nairobi.

The event, themed “Celebrating Timeless Traditions Woven in Unity”, highlighted the artistic, historical, and social aspects of various cultures, fostering intercultural understanding, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence among Kenya’s many ethnic groups.

Despite the good news, there is still worry about Abdullahi Bosso, who went missing on Friday, May 9, around 1 pm on Kinna-Kulamawe road, reportedly taken by people thought to be security officers.

Richard Barno, who is leading the task force, said the project seeks to transform the region by harnessing its rich cultural and palaeontological heritage.

Calling on human rights groups, oversight bodies, and citizens to speak out, Abdi said Kenyans must not remain silent in the face of such violations.

The majority of the residents emphasised the need to prioritise the construction of a mega dam to harvest rain and drilling of boreholes to cushion them during the drought season.

Turkana Governor Jeremiah Ekamais Lomorukai condemned the incident as a recurring heinous attack against the people of Turkana.

Interior CS Murkomen warned politicians and security officers against aiding drug trafficking networks, saying those found culpable would face legal consequences.

According to Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira, the dam’s water level has risen to 1,057.15 meters above sea level, well beyond its maximum capacity of 1,056.5 meters.

Hussein and Issack claim they applied for various positions advertised by the County Public Service Board, were shortlisted but not selected, despite meeting the requisite qualifications.

The civil society group also blamed the region's nomadic herding practices for escalating sexual abuse among young girls who should otherwise be in school.

The multi-agency team involved in the operation, he said, is grappling with illegal mining, drug and human trafficking as well as cross-border incursions.

During a historic land injustices hearing by the NLC, Garissa residents protested that the outdated law remains in force despite the region being part of Kenya, fuelling ongoing conflict between communities in Garissa and neighbouring Tana River County.

Ubah Mohamed Hassan appealed to President William Ruto to intervene and find out why her three sons were abducted and to have them released.

The inspection team urged local communities to form leadership committees to oversee the proper utilisation of the facilities, which are expected to be fully operational by September 2025.

The training was initiated by the National Steering Committee on AJS, during which community and religious leaders were provided with the necessary tools to resolve disputes outside the formal court system, with the goal of improving access to justice.

Governor Mohamed condemned the attack as “barbaric” and called for a lasting solution to the recurring cycle of senseless killings in the region.

Items recovered include a PKM machine gun, AK-47 rifle, pistol, communication radio, and an IED remote control.

According to reports, Gaala Adan, born on January 1, 2008, was married to Mohammed Kassim Tiffow, 40, in a ceremony on February 22, 2025, at the Dagahaley Refugee Camp in line with Somali cultural practices.

According to the UNHCR data, the Dadaab camps currently host approximately 500,000 registered refugees and asylum seekers.

The county government noted that due to the region's high vulnerability to climate change, it is intensifying its efforts through its greening programme.

According to Interior CS Murkomen, this marks a significant decrease from the 58 deaths reported during the same period in 2024.

Ismael claimed that Ibrahim’s appointment was driven by nepotism and discrimination, violating his constitutional rights under Articles 27 and 47. He argued that, having served as Assistant Chief and Acting Chief, he should have been promoted to the substantive role.

During a recent Senate Health Committee mission to Mandera, Wajir and Marsabit counties, the delegation, led by Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, uncovered a healthcare system on the brink of collapse.

Motivated by those painful memories, Mohamed and his team now offer direct home visits, where they sensitise communities on climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and inclusive early warning systems.

Governor Abdi said President William Ruto had earlier instructed the former Defence CS to resolve the matter, but the process was derailed.

Claude Mutaratara, the petitioner, claims his brother, Derick Ingabire, died at the resort on March 21, 2024, but no investigations have been conducted despite the matter being reported to police.

The residents urged the county government to prioritise investing in peace and security for full development to be attained in the region.

The assailants ambushed the workers at their site, sparking fresh concerns over rising insecurity in the Khalalio-Hareeri area.

The pair are expected to appear in court where they may face several charges, including the illegal possession of a firearm.

Concerningly, many patients endure symptoms for up to six years before receiving a diagnosis, primarily due to poor cancer awareness and limited access to healthcare services.

Siyat Noor Issack, a community leader who spoke on behalf of locals, said both the community and hospital staff had a reason to celebrate the one-year achievement that resuscitated an ailing healthcare sector in Modogashe.

The High Court nullified population figures used for Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa counties.

The county government has now called upon members of the public to volunteer at the Wajir Satellite Blood Transfusion Centre that remains open Monday to Saturday, from 8 am to 6.30 pm, to receive donors.

Wajir Principal Magistrate Roselyn Aganyo expressed her concern, saying further delays were likely to destroy the evidence required for justice.

The traders, said numerous licenses were a burden to the traders and were a major obstacle to economic growth.

Around 10 militants, armed with AK-47 rifles and a PKM machine gun, ambushed a fuel tanker transporting supplies to Safaricom communication masts.

Garissa Agriculture and Livestock CEC Milgo Dubow, who launched the campaign in Dadaab on Friday, said the threat posed by the TADs needed a response that helps to reduce the risk of livestock deaths.

In Soko Mjinga, more than 200 families have been displaced due to the rising water levels.

The five-day campaign was launched following the detection of new polio cases along the Kenya–Ethiopia border.

The four-year project has been designed to leverage clean energy to enhance peace and resilience with a special focus on empowering women.

They called upon the government to address cross-border drug trafficking in the region to keep youth from the vice.

The chiefs were held in one of the most dangerous regions of Somalia, where government forces rarely venture. Their ordeal has raised serious concerns over the safety of frontline civil servants in volatile regions like Mandera.

The governor said that giving people land documents was not just about ownership but also about giving them the power to improve their lives and participate fully in economic activities.

The demolitions, carried out by police officers under the command of the Isiolo Officer Commanding Station (OCS) on Friday, left scores of residents homeless.

The MCA said his abduction was purely political, stemming from disagreement with the governor on a county budget which they had disapproved at the assembly before later taking it to court.

The governor said that the claims made against him are without merit and that there is no evidence linking him to the incident saying he will be pursuing separate legal action in response to the accusations.

In expressing solidarity with the victims of the demolitions, Governor Abdi pledged his administration’s support to restore their rights and dignity.