Mandera, Kenya| President William Samoei Ruto has launched a groundbreaking development tour of the North Eastern region, unveiling transformative projects aimed at boosting infrastructure, enhancing education, improving healthcare, and strengthening security. The visit underscores the government’s commitment to uplifting marginalized areas and fostering economic growth. Investing in Education and Digital Economy The President began his […]
Kakuma, Kenya| Equity Bank Kenya, in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), has unveiled a groundbreaking $20 million Risk Sharing Facility (RSF) aimed at expanding financial inclusion in underserved regions of Kenya. The initiative, launched in Kakuma, Turkana County, will be implemented across 14 marginalized counties, including Turkana and Garissa, home to the Kakuma […]
•New Hope for Addicts as Kenya’s Social Health Insurance Fund Expands Coverage In a significant move to combat drug and substance abuse, the government has announced an expansion of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) to cover the high costs of rehabilitation for addicts who cannot afford treatment. Speaking at a public health forum, Cabinet […]
Kakamega, Kenya| Rescue operations are in full swing at a collapsed gold mine in Emachilifu village, Shinyalu Constituency, where 20 miners were trapped inside the shaft on Monday evening. Authorities and emergency response teams have managed to rescue 18 individuals, who were immediately rushed to Kakamega General Hospital for medical attention and stabilization. However, the […]
Nyeri, Kenya|The High Court in Nyeri has formally adopted a consent agreement between two human rights lobby groups and the Board of Management of Endarasha Hillside Academy, effectively concluding a legal battle over the school’s reopening following a tragic dormitory fire in September 2024. The consent, filed on February 3, 2025, was endorsed by Justice […]
Mandera East Constituency has launched a Sh50 million bursary fund under the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) to support financially disadvantaged students. The initiative, spearheaded by Mandera East Member of Parliament, the honourable Hussein Weytan, seeks to enhance access to education by assisting students in secondary schools, colleges, and universities. Commitment to Education Speaking […]
A police officer has been admitted for mental health evaluation at Bondo Sub-County Hospital following a disturbing incident in which he allegedly stabbed two fellow patients at the facility. The officer, identified as Mohammed Gure, attached to the Aram Police Station in Rarieda Sub-County, was reportedly admitted to the hospital on Friday with an undisclosed […]
El Wak,Kenya| Mandera County was thrown into turmoil early this morning when five local chiefs were reportedly abducted by suspected militants in Mandera South. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. as the chiefs were traveling to Elwak for an official meeting. According to North Eastern Regional Commissioner John Otieno, the abduction took place between Bamba […]
•New Mosque to Serve as Hub for Worship and Community Development Ahead of Ramadhan Marsabit County witnessed a significant milestone in its religious and social development as Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, representing the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, officiated the grand opening of the Masjid Nur mosque in North Horr. The modern mosque, […]
