•Move Aims to Ease Access to Essential Iftar Fruit and Promote Religious Inclusivity The Kenyan government has announced a tax waiver on date fruit imports during the holy month of Ramadhan, a decision warmly welcomed by Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Aden Duale. The move is expected to ease access to dates, which are a staple […]
Isiolo County is reeling from shock and fear following the killing of a herder and severe injuries inflicted on a bodaboda rider in Belgesh, a small township a few kilometers from Gafarsa in Isiolo South Constituency. The incident, which took place on February 23, 2025, has sparked widespread outrage among residents, who accuse Kenyan security […]
A hair-raising report from the Auditor General for the financial year 2023/2024 has exposed gross financial mismanagement in Isiolo County, with Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan (Guyo) at the center of controversy. The report reveals an alarming wage bill, unlawful appointments, and an unsustainable staffing structure that defies public finance regulations. Excessive Spending on Salaries According […]
Isiolo County Women Representative Mumina Bonaya has condemned the persistent trend of heckling national leaders during their visits to the county, warning that such actions have long hindered the region’s development. Speaking in response to the recent disruption of President William Ruto’s visit to Isiolo, Mumina termed the heckling as “petty politics” orchestrated by a […]
Isiolo, Kenya| A herder was shot dead, and a bodaboda rider severely injured in Belgesh, Isiolo South Constituency, as security forces intensified operations in the region. The incident, which occurred on February 23, 2025, has sparked outrage among locals, with residents accusing security officers of excessive force and indiscriminate targeting. Fatal Shooting in Belgesh The […]
•Unusual Sighting Sparks Panic as Authorities Investigate Residents of Arge Sub-location in South Horr, Kargi Division, Loiyangalani Sub-county, Marsabit County, are gripped by fear and uncertainty following sightings of a mysterious, bizarre creature roaming the area. The strange being was first detected by local herders, who stumbled upon its unusual footprints before encountering it face-to-face […]
•Authorities Warn Against Consuming Meat from Dead Animals Marsabit County health officials have raised concerns over food safety after 25 people, including six children, fell ill from consuming meat from a camel carcass in Kamboe, Laisamis Constituency. The incident, which occurred last Saturday, has prompted urgent medical intervention and renewed warnings against eating meat from […]
•Peace Walk Raises Awareness and Funds for 2,000 Orphans As the holy month of Ramadan begins, residents of Isiolo have urged the Muslim community to extend support to the less fortunate, emphasizing the essence of charity and compassion during this sacred period. The call to action was made during a peace walk organized to raise […]
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 […]
The National Police Service (NPS) has issued a comprehensive progress report on the ongoing multi-agency security operation dubbed “Ondoa Jangili”, launched on February 3, 2025, in Marsabit and Isiolo counties. The operation aims to dismantle criminal networks responsible for insecurity, cross-border incursions, and organized crime along the Kenya-Ethiopia border. Unmasking a Criminal Network Security forces […]
