In a landmark event underscoring the enduring legacy of indigenous governance, Guyo Boru Guyo was inaugurated as the 72nd Abbaa Gadaa of the Borana/Oromo nation on March 8, 2025. This ceremony, steeped in tradition, signifies the seamless transition of power within the Gadaa system, a democratic socio-political framework that has guided the Oromo people for […]
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has underscored the urgent need for stronger partnerships to bolster fraud prevention, detection, and prosecution in Kenya. Speaking at the graduation ceremony for Certified Forensic Fraud Examiners (CFFE), EACC Chairperson Dr. David Oginde emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between government agencies, professional bodies, and private sector stakeholders in […]
•Over 200,000 Children Targeted in Five-Day Immunisation Drive Health officials from Kenya and Ethiopia have launched a joint polio vaccination campaign aimed at preventing the cross-border transmission of the virus. The exercise, which runs from February 21 to 25, 2025, targets over 200,000 children under the age of five in Mandera County and surrounding border […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| In a significant diplomatic engagement, Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Gedion Timothewos, held bilateral discussions with his Mauritanian counterpart, Dr. Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug, on the sidelines of the 38th African Union (AU) Summit. The meeting focused on deepening economic, cultural, and diplomatic ties between Ethiopia and Mauritania while reinforcing cooperation […]
Isiolo, Kenya| In a significant move to accelerate development in Isiolo County, Petroleum Principal Secretary (PS) Mohamed Liban has been appointed to chair a newly formed Development Steering Committee. The committee will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of key government programs aimed at fostering economic growth and improving infrastructure in the region. The decision […]
Isiolo residents have rallied behind Principal Secretary for Petroleum and Energy, Mohamed Liban, condemning the recent unfounded allegations being circulated by certain politicians. The residents dismissed the claims as baseless and an attempt to undermine his leadership. Speaking to the media, community leaders and residents lauded the PS for his dedication and contributions, particularly his […]
Image: Students of Algani Girls High School from Kinna, Isiolo County at a past event|Credit: Facebook
The two DNA tests have determined that the body recently retrieved from Lake Yahud does not belong to Yusuf Hussein Ahmed, the Della Anole Ward Representative. This confirmation was provided by his family on Thursday, who reported that pathologists verified the negative results. The findings intensify the ongoing mystery surrounding Ahmed’s disappearance, which has persisted […]
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has floated a proposal to formally recognize village elders as government officers on special duty by implementing a Ksh.7,000 monthly allowance. In a communiqué on Sunday, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki told the Senate Standing Committee on National Security that there is a need to acknowledge the elders […]
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) and the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) have joined forces to address a series of unresolved issues with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). The unions have threatened to call for a nationwide teachers’ strike if the TSC fails to implement six key resolutions within the next […]
