In a powerful address in Garissa, Dubat Amey, a respected elder and Chairperson of the Kenya Livestock Marketing Council, has called for calm and unity amid escalating tensions following youth-led protests in Nairobi. Amey sharply criticized former Chief Justice David Maraga for joining the demonstrations, describing his participation as a “shameful act” and accusing him […]
In a significant step toward addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Mandera County, the Mandera Gender Technical Working Group convened a pivotal meeting to strengthen coordination and lay the groundwork for comprehensive anti-GBV initiatives. The session, chaired by the County Chief Officer for Women Empowerment and supported by the Centre for Rights, Education and Awareness (CREAW) […]
In a sweeping move to overhaul Kenya’s healthcare system, the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC), in partnership with the Digital Health Agency (DHA) and the Social Health Authority (SHA), has closed 728 non-compliant health facilities and downgraded 301 others. This crackdown is part of a broader initiative to digitize healthcare services, enhance accountability, […]
In a recent development in Isiolo County, Kenya, elders from the Somali community have firmly denied allegations of political manipulation in their petition to the National Assembly opposing the establishment of Oldonyiro as a new sub-county. The elders, representing a significant segment of the local population, emphasized that their actions were independently motivated by a […]
Mandera, Kenya| In a concerted effort to address escalating tensions and promote reconciliation, religious leaders, clan elders, and representatives from both the National and County Governments of Mandera have gathered for a pivotal four-day dialogue between the Garre and Degodia communities. The high-level forum, convened in response to recent deadly clashes in Banisa Sub-county, aims […]
Mandera, Kenya| Mandera County marked Kenya’s 62nd Madaraka Day with a vibrant celebration led by Deputy Governor Dr. Ali Maalim Mohamud, E.B.S., who delivered an inspiring speech highlighting the county’s strides in water management, agriculture, healthcare, education, and peace-building. The event, held under the national theme “Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs,” underscored Mandera’s contributions to […]
In a vibrant and impactful initiative, Mandera County’s Department of Women Empowerment and Affirmative Action, under the Ministry of Social Development, joined forces with the National Bank of Kenya, the Ministry of Health Services, and other key stakeholders to host a transformative mentorship program at Mandera Dimtu Girls’ Secondary School. The event, held in commemoration […]
In a landmark step toward addressing chronic water scarcity in one of Kenya’s most arid regions, Wajir Deputy Governor Ahmed Muhumed officially commissioned Phase I of the Griftu Water Supply Project on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The initiative, a collaborative effort between the Wajir County Government, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Regional Resilience Hub […]
Banissa, Mandera County| In a bid to de-escalate rising tensions and restore calm following the brutal killing of six family members in Murutho village, the Garre and Degodia communities held a high-level inter-community peace dialogue in Banissa, Mandera County. The meeting, organized by the national government and facilitated by Mandera County Commissioner Henry Ochako, brought […]
•She Has Urged Justice and Enhanced Security Measures Banisa, Mandera County| Nominated Member of Parliament Suleka Hulbaale has strongly condemned a gruesome armed attack in the Malkamari Division near Muruthow in Banisa Constituency that left six members of the same extended family dead, including three young children and an infant, and four others seriously injured. […]
