Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan, popularly known as Guyo, has officially launched two transformative infrastructure projects — the Kamukuri Bridge and the Ola Jarole Tarmac Road — in Bulapesa Ward, marking a significant milestone in the county’s efforts to improve accessibility and promote regional development. Bulapesa Ward, the most densely populated in Isiolo County, has […]
•The Agreement Comes Without Debt Write-Down •Restructuring Agreement Offers Temporary Relief but Highlights Deeper Financial Challenges Ethiopia has secured additional time to repay its mounting sovereign debt under a preliminary restructuring agreement with its official creditors, though the deal stops short of reducing the overall debt burden. The announcement, made by William Roos, co-chair of […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| More than 56 passengers were abducted in a violent armed attack on a public bus traveling from Addis Ababa to Debre Markos in Ethiopia’s Oromia region. The incident occurred on March 17 in Degem district, North Shewa zone, near the town of Ali Doro. Eyewitnesses report that armed assailants ambushed the bus, […]
•Isiolo Women MCAs have Lead the Charge for Governance, Accountability and Inclusive Leadership at Pre-Summit Forum Nairobi, Kenya| Women Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) from Isiolo took center stage at the Pre-Summit on Empowering Women Legislators for Accountability and Strengthening Oversight in County Governance, a transformative forum dedicated to enhancing gender equity and governance […]
Mandera, Kenya| As the drought situation in Mandera County worsens, with temperatures soaring to 38 degrees Celsius, the county government has launched an ambitious drought mitigation initiative to address the critical water shortage affecting both residents and livestock. In response to the escalating crisis, the government has prioritized the drilling of boreholes in the most […]
Wajir County has embarked on a transformative initiative to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education through virtual laboratories. Over 100 junior school teachers are currently undergoing intensive training to integrate digital lab technology into their classrooms, addressing the challenges of limited physical laboratory infrastructure in the region. The training, spearheaded by the Ministry […]
As the Islamic holy month of Ramadan approaches, Muslims across Kenya are expressing optimism following the government’s recent decision to exempt dates from taxation. This move is expected to make the essential commodity more affordable, especially as families prepare for the month-long fast. Dates: A Staple for Breaking the Fast For centuries, dates have played […]
Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan has strongly dismissed accusations leveled against his administration by Senator Fatuma Dullo, terming them as politically motivated and baseless. The escalating war of words between the two leaders has sparked concerns over governance and security in the county. Governor Hassan Accuses Senator Dullo of Political Sabotage Addressing the media, Governor […]
Mombasa, Kenya| Shooting is not just an elite sport but an avenue for youth empowerment, according to Sammy Onyango, Chairman of the National Gun Owners Association of Kenya (NGAO-K). Speaking during the ongoing African Shooting Championship in Mombasa, Onyango emphasized the need to break societal stereotypes surrounding the sport and open it up to a […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| Ethiopia and Mauritius have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations through enhanced collaboration in key sectors, including trade, tourism, and aviation. This was highlighted during a high-level meeting on the sidelines of the 38th African Union (AU) Summit, where Ethiopia’s State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mesganu Arga, and the CEO […]
