Turkana oil fields Stories

MPs give Tullow, Energy Ministry until June 2025 to finalise Turkana oil plan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 13, 2025

The firm has stated that securing an investor is crucial to its future after its two joint venture partners, TotalEnergies and Africa Oil Corp, exited...

Kenya to expand malaria prevention in Turkana with digital monitoring
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 09, 2025

PS Muthoni said the government is now preparing for the second phase of SMC in June 2025, which will integrate digital monitoring tools to enhance eff...

Turkana attack: 38 people still missing after deadly raid by suspected Ethiopian militia
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

The government is increasing its security presence in the region to curb conflicts between the Turkana and Oromo communities.

Over 20 people still missing after brutal attack on Turkana fishermen
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Mar 02, 2025

Venant Ndighila, the head of disaster management operations at the Kenya Red Cross, said efforts to locate the missing persons are ongoing.

Turkana East residents urge county government to finish stalled projects
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 25, 2025

Community representatives from Kakulit and Lokoriokot insisted on the need to fund a livestock restocking programme to support livelihoods.

Clash between Ethiopian and Kenyan fishermen leaves many dead or missing
Reuters  |  Feb 24, 2025

On Monday, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said none of the missing Kenyans had been found.

Mpox cases rise to 36 across Kenya as Nakuru County emerges as hotspot
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 23, 2025

To further strengthen its response, the government will roll out vaccination programmes in high-risk areas and enhance contact tracing efforts.

Turkana County intensifies bid to end open defecation by 2030 as more public health promoters trained
Issa Hussein  |  Jan 23, 2025

The project targets to certify 75 villages in Turkana South, including Aroro Sub-County, and 134 villages including Lokichoggio in Turkana West.

Turkana communities benefit from 16 new water projects
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 07, 2025

These projects are expected to significantly reduce the burden, especially for women, who previously trekked long distances in search of water.

Turkana residents give green light for gold mining in Nameyana
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 18, 2024

The forum sought to engage the community and ensure their active participation in the decision-making process regarding mining activities in the area.

Turkana unveils private sector engagement framework to foster urban development
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 15, 2024

Community representatives who spoke at the event expressed their commitment to promoting the public-private partnership.

Garissa, Turkana's unpaid bills to contractors hit Sh9.7 billion in three months
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 09, 2024

The rising debts have placed immense pressure on the private sector, with businesses struggling to cope with unserviced bills.

Fossil footprints in northern Kenya show two ancient human species coexisted
Reuters  |  Nov 29, 2024

The researchers said the trackways appear to have been left within hours or perhaps a couple of days - the mud had never dried and cracked – and the i...

MPs push for an inquiry into approval of questionable power deals
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 28, 2024

The committee claims that one of the former Permanent Secretaries in the Energy Ministry fast-tracked the approval of the agreement, despite concerns...

Three dead as mine collapses in Turkana North, rescue efforts underway
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 19, 2024

Naduat is among the mineral-rich areas in the county, known for gold and quarry stone mining.

Reformed warriors in Turkana receive Sh2.5 million to support business start-ups
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 16, 2024

The training aims to support their business ventures and promote peace at grassroots levels.

Youth from pastoral areas push for smart practices to fight climate change
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 07, 2024

Wario's message to the government is that more support is needed to help communities like hers adapt to climate change.

Turkana County holds 8th edition of the Tobong’u Lore cultural festival
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 24, 2024

President William Ruto is expected to officially open the festival on Friday.

Turkana County suspends gold mining site near school after public outcry
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 16, 2024

The acting Director for Mineral Resources Elim Areman said they acted on numerous complaints from the local community.

UK-based company partners with Turkana County to operationalise livestock breeding centre
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 01, 2024

Dr Gilchrist Lokoel, the Chief Officer for Livestock Development, said the UK-based company would support the pastoral community through this sustaina...

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