In a monumental milestone for Kipsing residents of Oldo Nyiro Ward, the long and painful wait for clean, piped water has finally come to an end. For over 60 years since Kenya’s independence, the arid village in Isiolo County had been reliant on seasonal streams, water pans, and shallow hand-dug wells—most of which were both […]
Nairobi, Kenya| In a bold move that has captivated the public’s imagination and stirred spirited debate across the country, Nairobi City County has shut down the historic Freemasons’ Hall over a Sh19 million land rates debt. The enforcement action, which began earlier this week, marks the latest development in Governor Johnson Sakaja’s ambitious revenue recovery […]
Nanyuki, Kenya| Agricultural experts are calling on urban residents to embrace organic urban farming as a practical and health-conscious solution to rising food costs, pesticide-related health risks, and land scarcity in cities. The initiative aims to revolutionize food production in urban environments by encouraging kitchen and vertical gardens that are free from harmful chemicals. The […]
Kerugoya, Kirinyaga County| Land disputes and rampant substance abuse have emerged as leading causes of gender-based violence (GBV) in Kirinyaga County, according to findings presented during a public engagement forum held by the Presidential Taskforce on Gender-Based Violence. The forum, which took place at the Kirinyaga Central Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Hall in Kerugoya, drew […]
As the long rains continue to nourish agricultural fields across Kenya, dairy farmers in Murang’a County are being strongly encouraged to take full advantage of the favorable weather by investing in strategic fodder production and preservation to cushion themselves against future feed shortages. Agricultural experts are emphasizing the importance of foresight and planning during this […]
•They Have Demanded Apology from Karua, Kalonzo, and Ngunyi Isiolo, Kenya| Professionals and leaders from the Turkana community residing in Isiolo County have strongly condemned remarks made by opposition leaders Martha Karua, Kalonzo Musyoka, and political analyst Mutahi Ngunyi concerning the recent nomination of Mr. Erastus Edung Ethekon as Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and […]
In a decisive show of force, four suspected bandits were shot dead in Kubisera village, Kinna Ward, Isiolo County—an area straddling the volatile border with Igembe, Meru County—during a well-coordinated security operation by a multi-agency team. The deadly raid, executed by elite officers from the Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU), marks the latest success under the […]
Marsabit, Kenya| In a determined effort to combat the proliferation of illegal alcohol in Marsabit County, local authorities on Tuesday destroyed more than 1,600 litres of illicit brew during a high-impact operation led by Jirime Location Chief Enock Kallo and a contingent of security officers. The sweeping crackdown, conducted in the Saku Sub-County, targeted illicit […]
In a major step towards accelerating socio-economic transformation in arid and semi-arid regions, the County Government of Isiolo, in partnership with the Merti Integrated Development Programme (MID-P), officially launched MID-P’s Strategic Plan for 2025–2029. The event, held in Isiolo Town, brought together a wide array of stakeholders, underscoring the collective commitment to community-centered, sustainable development. […]
In democratic governance, parliamentary oversight serves as a vital pillar—meant to safeguard public resources, enforce accountability, and fortify the social contract between elected leaders and their constituents. Yet, when wielded recklessly, this powerful tool risks morphing into an instrument of political vendetta. Such is the unsettling trajectory revealed in the unfolding Isiolo Stadium saga, where […]
