•She Reportedly Made the Statement Amid Brother’s Controversial Death in Garissa Garissa, Kenya| Siman Ahmed Barre, a prominent youth activist and political aspirant from Modogashe Ward in Garissa County, has been summoned by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) following viral statements in which she allegedly threatened widespread violence if justice is not served for […]
Garissa, Kenya| Tensions have escalated in Garissa County following the controversial death of Sheikh Umar Ahmed (also referred to as Ahmed Sheikh Omar), a local resident whose family alleges he was shot dead by officers from the Rapid Deployment Unit (RDU). His sister, Siman Ahmed—an aspiring Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Madogashe Ward in […]
•Tragedy Comes Amid Heavy Rains Reported Recently in the Area Garissa County, Kenya| In a heartbreaking incident that has left a community in mourning, two individuals, including an elderly man, were fatally struck by lightning in the Harbole area of Fafi Constituency, Garissa County. The tragedy unfolded during a fierce downpour, highlighting the deadly dangers […]
In a groundbreaking moment for Garissa County’s political landscape, renowned climate justice activist and environmentalist Madina Amin has secured a historic endorsement from elders of the Samawathal clan, part of the larger Ogaden community. The endorsement positions her as a formidable contender for the Garissa Women Representative seat in the 2027 general election. This pivotal […]
•Development Hailed as a ‘Milestone in Devolution’ Garissa Township, Garissa County| In a historic moment for Garissa County, Governor Nathif Jama officially commissioned the ultra-modern Garissa County Assembly office complex and chambers on Tuesday, marking a transformative milestone in the county’s journey toward robust governance and effective service delivery. The grand opening, held at the […]
Garissa, Kenya| In a remarkable stride toward improving maternal health, Garissa County Referral Hospital has achieved a historic milestone by recording zero maternal deaths over the past three months, a feat lauded by Governor Nathif Jama Adam as a beacon of hope and progress for the region. During a celebratory breakfast held on July 18, […]
In a heartfelt demonstration of compassion and commitment to community welfare, the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) has partnered with International Relief for Africa(IRA) to deliver critical food supplies and essential items to over 500 elderly families in Modogashe, Garissa County. This impactful initiative, executed as part of NDMA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, underscores […]
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 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, […]
•The Exercise is Aimed at Shielding Over 600,000 Animals from Deadly Diseases Garissa County, Kenya| In a strategic move to curb the spread of deadly livestock diseases and safeguard livelihoods in northern Kenya, the Garissa County Government has rolled out a comprehensive 10-day free mass vaccination campaign targeting over 600,000 animals in the Dadaab and […]
