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 […]
Township, Garissa County| In a significant stride toward fostering an inclusive society, Garissa County Governor Nathif Jama has spearheaded the distribution of wheelchairs to persons living with disabilities (PLWDs), reinforcing his administration’s resolve to uplift the marginalized and ensure that all residents benefit from county development efforts. The wheelchair handover ceremony, held under the auspices […]
Garissa Governor Nathif Jama has called on the National Government of Kenya to urgently implement a long-term solution to the recurring floods in downstream counties by diverting a portion of the Tana River’s waters to arid northern regions. His appeal comes amid rising water levels in the river, triggered by heavy rainfall in upstream catchment […]
•Community and Local Leaders Demand Accountability and Justice Tensions are running high in Holugho sub-county, Garissa County, following a violent incident in Kurunjo village on Sunday, where security forces allegedly attacked residents, resulting in the death of a pastoralist and leaving 15 others seriously injured. The incident has sparked outrage among local leaders and human […]
