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IEBC engages Turkana residents in bid to address low voter registration
IEBC held a high-level stakeholder engagement forum on voter registration, inclusion, representation, and electoral integrity in Turkana during the Tobong’u Lore Annual Cultural Festival.
By 1 month ago
IEBC engages Turkana residents in bid to address low voter registration
President Ruto unveils Sh20 billion development plan for Turkana at Tobong'u Lore festival
President William Ruto on Tuesday announced a development package worth more than KSh 20 billion for Turkana County.
By 1 month ago
President Ruto unveils Sh20 billion development plan for Turkana at Tobong'u Lore festival
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Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
A severe drought in Turkana has left thousands of pastoralist families migrating to Uganda.
By 1 month ago
Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
The by-election drew large early-morning crowds as residents turned out in significant numbers to choose their next ward representative.
By 2 months ago
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months ago
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
IEBC engages Turkana residents in bid to address low voter registration
IEBC held a high-level stakeholder engagement forum on voter registration, inclusion, representation, and electoral integrity in Turkana during the Tobong’u Lore Annual Cultural Festival.
By 1 month ago
IEBC engages Turkana residents in bid to address low voter registration
President Ruto unveils Sh20 billion development plan for Turkana at Tobong'u Lore festival
President William Ruto on Tuesday announced a development package worth more than KSh 20 billion for Turkana County.
By 1 month ago
President Ruto unveils Sh20 billion development plan for Turkana at Tobong'u Lore festival
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Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
A severe drought in Turkana has left thousands of pastoralist families migrating to Uganda.
By 1 month ago
Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
The by-election drew large early-morning crowds as residents turned out in significant numbers to choose their next ward representative.
By 2 months ago
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months ago
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
IEBC engages Turkana residents in bid to address low voter registration
IEBC held a high-level stakeholder engagement forum on voter registration, inclusion, representation, and electoral integrity in Turkana during the Tobong’u Lore Annual Cultural Festival.
By 1 month ago
IEBC engages Turkana residents in bid to address low voter registration
President Ruto unveils Sh20 billion development plan for Turkana at Tobong'u Lore festival
President William Ruto on Tuesday announced a development package worth more than KSh 20 billion for Turkana County.
By 1 month ago
President Ruto unveils Sh20 billion development plan for Turkana at Tobong'u Lore festival
Premium
Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
A severe drought in Turkana has left thousands of pastoralist families migrating to Uganda.
By 1 month ago
Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
The by-election drew large early-morning crowds as residents turned out in significant numbers to choose their next ward representative.
By 2 months ago
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months ago
Consultancy firm faces backlash over alleged exploitation in Nyota initiative
Premium
Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
A severe drought in Turkana has left thousands of pastoralist families migrating to Uganda.
By Bakari Ang'ela 1 month ago
Drought Exodus: Desperate families flee to Uganda as crisis deepens in Kenya
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 Bakari Ang'ela 2 months ago
Turkana North MP Nabuin denies assault, voter bribery claims
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
The by-election drew large early-morning crowds as residents turned out in significant numbers to choose their next ward representative.
By Bakari Ang'ela 2 months ago
Tension in Turkana North after agents clash in polling station
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 Bakari Ang'ela 2 months 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 Bakari Ang'ela 2 months 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 Bakari Ang'ela 4 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 Bakari Ang'ela 5 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 Bakari Ang'ela 6 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 Bakari Ang'ela 7 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 9 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 9 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 10 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 10 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 11 months ago
Over 30 MCAs back impeachment of Turkana Speaker Christopher Nakuleu
NSSF payouts fall as collections jump on increased deductions
Business
By Macharia Kamau
2 hrs ago
Inside ODM's fever in UDA
Politics
By Ndungu Gachane
2 hrs ago
IEBC under pressure over Smartmatic deal
National
By Josphat Thiong’o
2 hrs ago
Kenyan who escaped Russia nurses war injuries, trauma
Africa
By Okumu Modachi
2 hrs ago