Arabia, Mandera County| In a vibrant display of national pride and community solidarity, Mandera East Member of Parliament Hussein Weytan Abdirahman officiated the Jamhuri Day celebrations in Arabia Sub-County, highlighting Kenya’s enduring journey toward unity, peace, and progress on the nation’s 62nd independence anniversary. Jamhuri Day, observed annually on December 12, commemorates two pivotal milestones […]
Elwak, Mandera County| In an electrifying Jamhuri Day address delivered to thousands at Elwak Stadium, Mandera County Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif painted an ambitious and compelling vision of the county as East Africa’s next great cultural, pastoral and eco-tourism destination, while showcasing three years of transformative progress across every sector. Speaking under this year’s national […]
Mandera County, Kenya| In a profoundly moving scene that has captured hearts across northern Kenya, Lafey Member of Parliament Mohamed Abdikheir broke down in tears yesterday while leading hundreds of his constituents in Salatul Istisqa – the special Islamic prayer for rain performed in times of severe drought. The open-air congregation, held on the dusty […]
In a dramatic escalation of internal political friction within Kenya’s Mandera County, Senator Ali Ibrahim Roba, who also serves as the leader of the United Democratic Movement (UDM) Party, has publicly admonished Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif for allegedly flouting party protocols and eroding the authority of its leadership. The pointed rebuke, delivered during a high-profile […]
In a landmark moment for northern Kenya, elders and intellectuals from the Degodia and Garre communities have inked a historic peace agreement in Mandera County, signaling a potential end to decades of intermittent clashes that have plagued the region. This accord, signed amid high hopes and cautious optimism, comes after years of resource-driven conflicts, political […]
Mandera, Kenya| In the arid expanses of northeastern Kenya, where the border with Somalia blurs into a volatile frontier, Mandera County Senator Ali Ibrahim Roba has emerged as a fierce advocate for his constituents, raising a clarion call against the relentless spillover of conflict from across the divide. With stray bullets whizzing into Kenyan homes, […]
•Ambassador Abdi Champions Unity and Progress Nairobi, Kenya| In a vibrant and historic ceremony that reverberated with unity and hope, the Hawadle community in Nairobi has officially endorsed Ambassador Nasin Dakane Abdi as their candidate for the coveted Mandera East Parliamentary seat in the 2027 general elections. The grand event, held on August 9, 2025, […]
In a transformative event that underscored the power of education and resilience, Generation for Change and Development (GENCAD) International, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Mandera Moi Girls Secondary School, hosted a mentorship session on July 15, 2025, featuring Taslima Mohamed, the inspiring author of I Can, The Girl From The North. Led […]
In a significant step toward addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Mandera County, the Mandera Gender Technical Working Group convened a pivotal meeting to strengthen coordination and lay the groundwork for comprehensive anti-GBV initiatives. The session, chaired by the County Chief Officer for Women Empowerment and supported by the Centre for Rights, Education and Awareness (CREAW) […]
Mandera, Kenya| In a concerted effort to address escalating tensions and promote reconciliation, religious leaders, clan elders, and representatives from both the National and County Governments of Mandera have gathered for a pivotal four-day dialogue between the Garre and Degodia communities. The high-level forum, convened in response to recent deadly clashes in Banisa Sub-county, aims […]
