Why Garissa plays huge role in Jubaland politics
Abdi Ali Rage, a former senior advisor for ex-Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmojo has been making inroads in Kenya's Garissa County in his bid to unseat Ahmed Mohamed Islam.
By Abdimalik Hajir 5 months ago
Why Garissa plays huge role in Jubaland politics
Why NEP plays significant role in Jubaland politics
Rage has been busy meeting local elders in Garissa and Nairobi who are perceived to have influence in the semi-autonomous region whose power seat is in the port city of Kismayu.
By Abdimalik Hajir 5 months ago
Why NEP plays significant role in Jubaland politics
Action plan to counter violent extremism launched
"They bring unique perspectives, ensure inclusivity, and prioritize social welfare, they transform societies by building bridges where there were once divisions," he added.
By Abdimalik Hajir 5 months ago
Action plan to counter violent extremism launched
Aden Duale: Azimio secession calls detrimental to national unity
Defence Cabinet Secretary, Aden Duale, has criticised calls for secession by Azimio la Umoja One-Kenya leaders, terming the move as detrimental.
By Abdimalik Hajir 6 months ago
Aden Duale: Azimio secession calls detrimental to national unity
Awer community starving due to security operation in Boni Forest
The forest is a no-go zone due to security operations. This means supplies into the forest have been disrupted.
By Abdimalik Hajir 6 months ago
Awer community starving due to security operation in Boni Forest
Hope for Garissa villagers after borehole sinking
They urged other stakeholders not to wait for large amounts of funds to be raised, but instead to make small but impactful donations.
By Abdimalik Hajir 6 months ago
Hope for Garissa villagers after borehole sinking
Women targeted in fight against terrorism
We know that violent extremism presents one of the greatest security threats to Kenya. Garissa County has been one of the most affected.
By Abdimalik Hajir 7 months ago
Women targeted in fight against terrorism
Kindiki's 21-day rule on IDs not followed, research body says
Interior Ministry's 21-day directive for national identification cards application is not being followed.
By Abdimalik Hajir 7 months ago
Kindiki's 21-day rule on IDs not followed, research body says
Garissa chiefs use donkey carts to drive up school enrolment
The low enrollment of children in schools, noted an administrator, was a result of constant terror attacks that resulted in teachers leaving the area.
By Abdimalik Hajir 9 months ago
Garissa chiefs use donkey carts to drive up school enrolment
UDA's Dekow Mohamed wins Garissa Township MP by-election
Dekow clinched the seat after garnering 11,572 votes against UDM's Nasir Dolal who got 8,158 votes.
By Abdimalik Hajir 10 months ago
UDA's Dekow Mohamed wins Garissa Township MP by-election
Developing: Low voter turnout in Kandara and Garissa by-elections
Low voter turnout witnessed in Kandara and Garissa Township parliamentary by-elections, voting started at 6am.
By Boniface Gikandi and Abdimalik Hajir 10 months ago
Developing: Low voter turnout in Kandara and Garissa by-elections
All set for Garissa by-election as IEBC pledges fairness
More than 54,000 voters will cast their votes in 103 polling stations to elect an MP and succeed Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale
By Abdimalik Hajir 10 months ago
All set for Garissa by-election as IEBC pledges fairness
Over 39,000 children under five are malnourished, says official
Experts say malnutrition inhibits a child's growth and limits their productivity in future. Four children have died since January due to malnutrition-related complications in Garissa County.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Over 39,000 children under five are malnourished, says official
During political transitions, children with disabilities are often forgotten
The incoming government should increase the support accorded to special needs schools as buying resources is more expensive compared to buying an exercise book costing sh100.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
During political transitions, children with disabilities are often forgotten
Chaos disrupts Raila Odinga's rally in Garissa
Korane and Jama have renewed political rivalry over the governorship race. Azimio brigade has been on a weeklong tour in the Northern region.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Chaos disrupts Raila Odinga's rally in Garissa
Fire razes Garissa's famous market
Property of unknown value destroyed in last night's fire at Garissa's Suq Mugdi market, cause yet to be established, OCPD James Ngetich says.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Fire razes Garissa's famous market
Divorce a threat to children's welfare, says officer
Other issues affecting children in the region include Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), child marriages, neglect, discrimination, online abuse and stigma against children with disability.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Divorce a threat to children's welfare, says officer
Lion ‘eats’ herder in Garissa
Omar's blood-soaked kikoi was found a few meters from where his remains were.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Lion ‘eats’ herder in Garissa
Security beefed up in exams centres along Somali border
The government has deployed helicopters to deliver KCPE papers along the country’s border centres in Garissa, Wajir and Mandera counties.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Security beefed up in exams centres along Somali border
Headache of picking running mate as governor race takes shape
The Abduwak Council of Elders gave the incumbent Ali Korane the green light to defend his seat.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Headache of picking running mate as governor race takes shape
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Wajir: County with two governors stares at a major political, legal impasse
Showdown looms at the Wajir County headquarters following the reinstatement of impeached Governor Mohamed Abdi Mohamud by the High Court in Meru.
By Grace Ng’ang’a and Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Wajir: County with two governors stares at a major political, legal impasse
Suspect arrested after explosive kills seven
The improvised explosive device (IED) exploded after a minibus ran over it in Hagasu, 10km from Mandera town.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Suspect arrested after explosive kills seven
Garissa Governor Korane threatens to sack health workers
Governor Ali Korane has threatened to lay off some workers at the Garissa Referral Hospital, accusing them of lacking commitment.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Garissa Governor Korane threatens to sack health workers
14,000 Kenyans in refugee camps to get ID cards
At least 14,000 Kenyans who lost their nationality and acquired refugee status can now celebrate after the government agree to issue ID cards.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
14,000 Kenyans in refugee camps to get ID cards
Boost for Abdul Haji as clan elders back him to retain Garissa senate seat
?Garissa Senator Abdul Haji has received blessings from clan elders to defend his seat in the August 9 General Election.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Boost for Abdul Haji as clan elders back him to retain Garissa senate seat
Former NHIF boss eyes Wajir governorship
Adam who is the proprietor of the Nairobi South Hospital said he is best placed to take over county leadership owing to his experience in management.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Former NHIF boss eyes Wajir governorship
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Battle on for Garissa seats as elders face resistance
Garissa politics will likely take a different dimension next year compared to the last polls, with strong resistance to the elders' choices expected.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Battle on for Garissa seats as elders face resistance
Ruto campaigns in Garissa, vows to carry on Big Four
Deputy President William Ruto says he will push on with President Uhuru Kenyatta’s Big Four agenda that he claimed was disrupted by the handshake.
By Abdimalik Hajir 1 year ago
Ruto campaigns in Garissa, vows to carry on Big Four
A month on, famine still ravaging Garissa
Since calamity was declared a national disaster there are no mitigation efforts. Local leaders in Mandera are appealing to international aid agencies
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
A month on, famine still ravaging Garissa
North Eastern leaders back Raila's 2022 bid
The leaders vowed to rally residents and present a united front in support of Raila's 'Azimio la umoja' push.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
North Eastern leaders back Raila's 2022 bid
Sacked Wajir governor and supporters storm office, vow to ‘work for people’
Impeached Wajir Governor Mohamed Abdi stormed the county headquarters, broke into his former office accompanied by his supporters.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Sacked Wajir governor and supporters storm office, vow to ‘work for people’
15-day-old baby left unattended as police arrest mother in the night
Saadia Adhan said she was breastfeeding her baby around 2am today when six officers stormed her house and arrested her.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
15-day-old baby left unattended as police arrest mother in the night
40,000 listed as refugees sue State in identity row
They say they were registered as refugees when they visited the camps to get food. The petitioners say they have been vetted many time...
By Kamau Muthoni and Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
40,000 listed as refugees sue State in identity row
Wajir: 16-year-old girl gang-raped on her way home
?Police in Wajir are looking for three suspects accused of kidnapping and ganged-raping a 16-year-old school girl.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Wajir: 16-year-old girl gang-raped on her way home
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Man, 55, abandoned herding livestock to go back to school
Adhan Muhumed Omar ?was enrolled at Young Muslim Primary School in 2015 and he registered as a private candidate for KCSE.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Man, 55, abandoned herding livestock to go back to school
Wajir MCAs want Governor Mohamed Abdi out
MCAs in Wajir have once again filed a notice of motion at the county assembly to impeach governor Mohamed Abdi over allegations of gross misconduct.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Wajir MCAs want Governor Mohamed Abdi out
Isiolo-Garissa clashes: Death toll rises to five
Death toll into Isiolo-Garissa clashes rose to five as two more bodies were discovered early Monday morning.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Isiolo-Garissa clashes: Death toll rises to five
Isiolo-Garissa border clashes: Death toll rises to five as more bodies found
Thirty-three camels were stolen from herders Hussein Roble and Ali Adan at Kampi Samaki.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Isiolo-Garissa border clashes: Death toll rises to five as more bodies found
Three killed, NPR officer injured in fresh clashes along Garissa-Isiolo border
Security sources told The Standard that a rescue team from Benane police station was dispatched but appeared overwhelmed.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Three killed, NPR officer injured in fresh clashes along Garissa-Isiolo border
Villagers cry for help as drought escalates
Residents say watering sources have dried up and many of them have lost their livestock, which are unable to access water and pasture.
By Abdimalik Hajir 2 years ago
Villagers cry for help as drought escalates
Siaya to improve paediatric ward, hospital morgue
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