KPLC warns against oil siphoning as Isiolo residents decry power outages
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-07 21:34:00

KPLC warns against oil siphoning as Isiolo residents decry power outages

The official said consumers within 600 metres range to the nearest transformers would be temporarily relocated as a stopgap measure while the issue is being sorted.

Farming keeps youth in Isiolo off drug abuse
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-05 09:40:09

Farming keeps youth in Isiolo off drug abuse

With support from various organisations like the World Food Programme, the youth are now changing the narrative by venturing into vertical bag farming.

Elderly man fights for life after hyena attack in Isiolo County
  • Author: Amina Wako
  • Date: 2024-05-04 18:26:47

Elderly man fights for life after hyena attack in Isiolo County

Incidents of wild animal attacks have been rampant in the area since the onset of the rains, with periodic attacks on homes around Oldonyiro as the animals seek food.

Isiolo floods: 1,000 families displaced, several schools and mosques marooned
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-04 15:18:41

Isiolo floods: 1,000 families displaced, several schools and mosques marooned

The facilities affected include seven schools and four mosques.

Isiolo widows pick up the pieces after losing husbands to bandits
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-02 09:25:58

Isiolo widows pick up the pieces after losing husbands to bandits

Kaltum wonders why criminals who raid, maim, kill, and steal livestock are never arrested.

How a young woman is changing northern Kenya's climate story
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-05-02 07:18:39

How a young woman is changing northern Kenya's climate story

Aged just 21 and a climate justice activist, Rukia is on a daring mission to change the climate story of the northern frontier region.

Isiolo County flagged for operating six commercial bank accounts
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-29 17:48:14

Isiolo County flagged for operating six commercial bank accounts

A report shows that Sh27.11 million in personnel emoluments was paid manually, which is against the law.

Terror suspect linked to killing of police officer, two chiefs in Lamu arrested
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-29 08:12:46

Terror suspect linked to killing of police officer, two chiefs in Lamu arrested

According to detectives, Mustakima Ali, also known as Abu Mahir, and his accomplices are believed to have gone into hiding after the brutal killings in December 2019.

Pastoralists urged to venture into gum and resins trade for increased income
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-26 17:57:35

Pastoralists urged to venture into gum and resins trade for increased income

Gums and resins remain high in demand and are among the most sought-after commodities used in the production of food products such as chewing gum and beverages.

How vertical bag farming is benefitting drought-hit women in Isiolo
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-22 11:39:01

How vertical bag farming is benefitting drought-hit women in Isiolo

The women, who were most affected by the recent drought, are now growing vegetables both for consumption and income generation.

Isiolo governor summoned for sixth time to respond to audit queries
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-17 19:42:07

Isiolo governor summoned for sixth time to respond to audit queries

Governor Guyo has since March last year missed five summonses, four of them after successfully securing postponement.

Isiolo parents warned against subjecting girls to FGM during holidays
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-16 18:35:52

Isiolo parents warned against subjecting girls to FGM during holidays

FGM, which remains a major impediment to girls' access to education, causes bleeding, infections, complications during childbirth, and an increased risk of newborn deaths.

Isiolo County promises to complete stalled headquarters after take-over
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-12 17:38:45

Isiolo County promises to complete stalled headquarters after take-over

The construction of the county headquarters' five-storey building is being co-funded by the national and county governments, with the former shouldering 70 per cent of the total cost.

Istiqama FC crowned winners of Isiolo's Soccer Bonanza tournament
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-11 14:07:07

Istiqama FC crowned winners of Isiolo's Soccer Bonanza tournament

Apart from a trophy, players' medals, full playing kits, and two balls, the Istiqama and Al-Rahma teams also received Sh20,000 and Sh10,000 tokens respectively from the organisers of the tourney.

Toxic waste claims: Isiolo Muslims now seek state compensation
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-10 14:10:48

Toxic waste claims: Isiolo Muslims now seek state compensation

Besides the compensation, they want the government to investigate Cyrus Jirongo's toxic waste dumpling claims and take legal action.

Rehabilitation works begin at the Isiolo county mortuary
  • Author: Eastleigh Voice Reporter
  • Date: 2024-04-10 13:04:26

Rehabilitation works begin at the Isiolo county mortuary

The inclusive design of the renovation project includes provisions for Muslim funeral arrangements, acknowledging the religious diversity of the region.

Concern as water shortage persists in Isiolo town, environs
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-09 18:54:16

Concern as water shortage persists in Isiolo town, environs

IWASCO Manager Abdullahi Sora says the shortage has resulted from the destruction of water infrastructure within Lewa Downs, following heavy rains.

I don’t want to die, cancer patient's plea to Ruto to resolve doctors’ strike
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-07 12:01:00

I don’t want to die, cancer patient's plea to Ruto to resolve doctors’ strike

Like other cancer patients across the country, Florence is afraid that delayed treatment could dim her chances of successful treatment.

Garissa doctors vow not to bow to pressure over medics strike
  • Author: Abdimalik Hajir
  • Date: 2024-04-06 12:15:32

Garissa doctors vow not to bow to pressure over medics strike

The doctors have accused the county leadership of lacking goodwill in solving their issues.

Isiolo land officials face scrutiny for disregarding court order
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-05 12:00:48

Isiolo land officials face scrutiny for disregarding court order

With none of the parties having bought the land, the court ruled that neither had superior rights over the other and that each was entitled to the portions of land they held at the time.