Isiolo County Aims to Create an ‘Insect Value Chain’ in Efforts to Mitigate Locust Invasion

Research indicates that the frequency of locust invasions is likely to increase due to climate change. In response, the County Government of Isiolo, in partnership with the Indigenous Movement for Peace Advancement and Peace Resolution (IMPACT), Cordaid, and icipe, is implementing a community empowerment project that addresses locust invasions in an environmentally friendly manner. The […]

Isiolo County Government Champions Climate Action Through Indigenous Knowledge and Partnerships

The County Government of Isiolo, in collaboration with Kenya Meteorological Department, NDMA, Amref Health Africa-Kenya, Action Aid Kenya, WFP, Mid-P, and IMPACT Kenya, has launched a transformative four-day community engagement forum in Oldonyiro. This initiative focuses on tackling climate change, promoting ecosystem conservation, and fostering sustainable development. By addressing key issues such as access to […]

Isiolo County Organizes Workshop to Harmonize and Institutionalize Wildlife Conservation Structure

The County Government of Isiolo, through its Department of Tourism and Wildlife Management, is making significant strides in advancing the finalization of three key legislative bills: the Isiolo County Tourism Bill, the Isiolo County Community Conservancies Bill, and the Isiolo County Wildlife Management and Conservation Bill 2023. These bills, when passed, are expected to strengthen […]

PRIME Program Transforms Lives of Vulnerable Girls in Isiolo

About 2,500 vulnerable girls aged 18-24 in Isiolo County have experienced significant economic and social transformations through the Promoting Resilience, Inclusivity, and Meaningful Engagement (PRIME) Program. Spearheaded by the Merti Integrated Development Program (MID-P) with support from Mercy Corps, the three-year initiative seeks to empower girls from eight wards by engaging them in livelihood-enhancing activities […]