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Turkana North MP Nabuin denies assault, voter bribery claims
As voting continues in the Lakezone Ward MCA by-election in Turkana North, area MP Hon. Paul Nabuin has denied viral social media claims that he assaulted a woman
By 22 days ago
Turkana North MP Nabuin denies assault, voter bribery claims
Turkana Ward by-election turns to early battle for 2027
The vacant County Assembly seat might seem small, but the contest has become a proving ground for top politicians to measure their influence.
By 27 days ago
Turkana Ward by-election turns to early battle for 2027
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
Civil society groups in Turkana have condemned the consultancy firm contracted to implement the Nyota Initiative following a mass walkout by Train-the-Trainer (T.O.T.) participants.
By 1 month ago
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
Suspected ritual killing of a woman ignites mob fury in Lodwar
The heinous act triggered a violent mob attack that has left three suspects in critical condition.
By 3 months ago
Suspected ritual killing of a woman ignites mob fury in Lodwar
South Sudan refugees flee Kenya's Kakuma camp
At the heart of the exodus is a drastic aid reduction after the World Food Programme (WFP) slashed food rations by up to 60 per cent.
By 3 months ago
South Sudan refugees flee Kenya's Kakuma camp
Bandits kill two, steal livestock in Turkana raid
Tension is high in Turkana South following two separate attacks that left two people dead and livestock stolen by suspected bandits believed to be from the neighbouring West Pokot County.
By 4 months ago
Bandits kill two, steal livestock in Turkana raid
State halts gold mining activities along West Pokot-Turkana border following 12 deaths
The recent collapse of a mining pit along the Turkwel River raised the death toll of artisanal miners in the area to 12.
By 6 months ago
State halts gold mining activities along West Pokot-Turkana border following 12 deaths
Turkana North MP Nabuin denies assault, voter bribery claims
As voting continues in the Lakezone Ward MCA by-election in Turkana North, area MP Hon. Paul Nabuin has denied viral social media claims that he assaulted a woman
By 22 days ago
Turkana North MP Nabuin denies assault, voter bribery claims
Turkana Ward by-election turns to early battle for 2027
The vacant County Assembly seat might seem small, but the contest has become a proving ground for top politicians to measure their influence.
By 27 days ago
Turkana Ward by-election turns to early battle for 2027
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
Civil society groups in Turkana have condemned the consultancy firm contracted to implement the Nyota Initiative following a mass walkout by Train-the-Trainer (T.O.T.) participants.
By 1 month ago
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
Suspected ritual killing of a woman ignites mob fury in Lodwar
The heinous act triggered a violent mob attack that has left three suspects in critical condition.
By 3 months ago
Suspected ritual killing of a woman ignites mob fury in Lodwar
South Sudan refugees flee Kenya's Kakuma camp
At the heart of the exodus is a drastic aid reduction after the World Food Programme (WFP) slashed food rations by up to 60 per cent.
By 3 months ago
South Sudan refugees flee Kenya's Kakuma camp
Bandits kill two, steal livestock in Turkana raid
Tension is high in Turkana South following two separate attacks that left two people dead and livestock stolen by suspected bandits believed to be from the neighbouring West Pokot County.
By 4 months ago
Bandits kill two, steal livestock in Turkana raid
State halts gold mining activities along West Pokot-Turkana border following 12 deaths
The recent collapse of a mining pit along the Turkwel River raised the death toll of artisanal miners in the area to 12.
By 6 months ago
State halts gold mining activities along West Pokot-Turkana border following 12 deaths
Turkana North MP Nabuin denies assault, voter bribery claims
As voting continues in the Lakezone Ward MCA by-election in Turkana North, area MP Hon. Paul Nabuin has denied viral social media claims that he assaulted a woman
By 22 days ago
Turkana North MP Nabuin denies assault, voter bribery claims
Turkana Ward by-election turns to early battle for 2027
The vacant County Assembly seat might seem small, but the contest has become a proving ground for top politicians to measure their influence.
By 27 days ago
Turkana Ward by-election turns to early battle for 2027
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
Civil society groups in Turkana have condemned the consultancy firm contracted to implement the Nyota Initiative following a mass walkout by Train-the-Trainer (T.O.T.) participants.
By 1 month ago
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
Suspected ritual killing of a woman ignites mob fury in Lodwar
The heinous act triggered a violent mob attack that has left three suspects in critical condition.
By 3 months ago
Suspected ritual killing of a woman ignites mob fury in Lodwar
South Sudan refugees flee Kenya's Kakuma camp
At the heart of the exodus is a drastic aid reduction after the World Food Programme (WFP) slashed food rations by up to 60 per cent.
By 3 months ago
South Sudan refugees flee Kenya's Kakuma camp
Bandits kill two, steal livestock in Turkana raid
Tension is high in Turkana South following two separate attacks that left two people dead and livestock stolen by suspected bandits believed to be from the neighbouring West Pokot County.
By 4 months ago
Bandits kill two, steal livestock in Turkana raid
State halts gold mining activities along West Pokot-Turkana border following 12 deaths
The recent collapse of a mining pit along the Turkwel River raised the death toll of artisanal miners in the area to 12.
By 6 months ago
State halts gold mining activities along West Pokot-Turkana border following 12 deaths
Lomorukai: My son's home was attacked in a political intimidation plot
Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has warned a section of MPs and police officers, accusing them of fanning violence ahead of the 2027 elections.
By Bakari Ang'ela 6 months ago
Lomorukai: My son's home was attacked in a political intimidation plot
'Turkana is not a bush': Professionals slam unfair criticism of IEBC Nominee Ethekon
The association says some people are still choosing to judge him based on where he comes from rather than what he's achieved.
By Bakari Ang'ela 7 months ago
'Turkana is not a bush': Professionals slam unfair criticism of IEBC Nominee Ethekon
Turkana professionals celebrate historic IEBC nomination of Erastus Ethekon
Ethekon, alongside six others, has been named to the electoral commission, pending approval by the National Assembly.
By Bakari Ang'ela 7 months ago
Turkana professionals celebrate historic IEBC nomination of Erastus Ethekon
Turkana goldmine collapse leaves one dead, several injured
Three artisanal miners have been rescued from the shaft, the body of the deceased has been retrieved amid fears of more miners still trapped.
By Bakari Ang'ela 7 months ago
Turkana goldmine collapse leaves one dead, several injured
Turkana county receives Sh22 million drugs
The medical supplies procured through Kemsa, include essential and specialised drugs meant to last up to four months.
By Bakari Ang'ela 7 months ago
Turkana county receives Sh22 million drugs
Turkana health workers decry delays in promotions
Health workers in Turkana have criticized the county government for failing to promote them despite several promises.
By Bakari Ang'ela 8 months ago
Turkana health workers decry delays in promotions
Turkana hosts India's High Commissioner, seeks investment in agriculture and tourism
Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai said the county is seeking investment and partnerships in key areas like agriculture, livestock, renewable energy and tourism.
By Bakari Ang'ela 8 months ago
Turkana hosts India's High Commissioner, seeks investment in agriculture and tourism
Todonyang locals get fishing gear as they pick the pieces
Turkana Woman Rep Cecilia Ngitit is calling for enhanced support to Todonyang where locals are still picking up their pieces following a bloody attack by assailants from Ethiopia.
By Bakari Ang'ela 8 months ago
Todonyang locals get fishing gear as they pick the pieces
Charles Lokiyoto is the new Turkana County Assembly speaker
Charles Lokiyoto elected Turkana County Assembly speaker with 30 out of 44 votes; he replaces Christopher Nakuleu, who resigned in February.
By Bakari Ang'ela 9 months ago
Charles Lokiyoto is the new Turkana County Assembly speaker
Over 30 MCAs back impeachment of Turkana Speaker Christopher Nakuleu
An impeachment motion against Turkana County Assembly Speaker Christopher Nakuleu has been set for debate tomorrow (Tuesday).
By Bakari Ang'ela 10 months ago
Over 30 MCAs back impeachment of Turkana Speaker Christopher Nakuleu
DCI seize bhang worth Sh50,000, NYS uniforms in Lodwar
DCI officers in Lodwar have seized 16 rolls of bhang valued at approximately Sh50,000 and 16 National Youth Service (NYS) uniforms.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
DCI seize bhang worth Sh50,000, NYS uniforms in Lodwar
Askul: Government spent Sh3.2b in Turkana ASAL projects
The government through support from the World Bank has pumped Sh3.2 billion in 800 projects including the construction of 74 boreholes in drought-prone Turkana County.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Askul: Government spent Sh3.2b in Turkana ASAL projects
Pastor sentenced to 40 years in jail for defiling Grade 3 girl
A 50-year-old pastor has been sentenced to 40 years in jail for defiling a Grade Three pupil.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Pastor sentenced to 40 years in jail for defiling Grade 3 girl
Illegal fishing blamed for conflict in Lake Turkana
Stakeholders and county officials from Turkana and Marsabit have blamed illegal fishing for a prolonged conflict in Lake Turkana.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Illegal fishing blamed for conflict in Lake Turkana
Uneasy calm returns to Kakuma after deadly clashes
Uneasy calm has returned to Kakuma refugee camp in Turkana county, days after deadly clashes left 14 dead.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Uneasy calm returns to Kakuma after deadly clashes
Gen Z demonstrators in Turkana direct their rage to NGOs
Gen Z protestors in Turkana West directed their rage at NGOs operating the area, that fail to consider the youth in employment opportunities.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Gen Z demonstrators in Turkana direct their rage to NGOs
Hard times for refugees as WFP reduces food rations
Refugees at Kakuma and the nearby Kalobeyei integrated settlement camps in Turkana West sub-county are facing hard times after World Food Programme reduced food rations.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Hard times for refugees as WFP reduces food rations
Chaos at Kakuma as refugees clash over food and water
Reports indicate the four were admitted in a hospital following the skirmishes involving Burundian and South Sudanese nationals who are yet to attain refugee status.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Chaos at Kakuma as refugees clash over food and water
Bodies of five foreign nationals found floating on Lake Turkana identified
The deceased all of Eritrean nationality have been identified as Deseay Aybu, Shishay Aybu, Mhret Ferezghi, Merkeb Gebrensia, and Robel Tsegay.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 year ago
Bodies of five foreign nationals found floating on Lake Turkana identified
County, partners with KDF to address insecurity
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