KOICA, UNICEF begin review of ongoing Ksh 900 million WASH program in Turkana
Lodwar, April 27, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) A joint delegation from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has begun a four-day visit to evaluate ongoing projects under the second phase of the SCORE program in Turkana. Deputy County Secretary for Administration Joseph Nyanga and Chief Officers […]
County Government, Kenya Red Cross align on HIV response amid rising infections
Lodwar – April 27, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The Department of Health and Sanitation hosted a delegation from the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) on a two-day learning visit aimed at strengthening collaboration on HIV prevention, Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH), and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Turkana County. The delegation, led by Rukia […]
Turkana Central residents push for completion of stalled projects in 2026–2027 Budget
Lodwar – April 27, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Residents of Turkana Central have concluded a public review of the proposed 2026–2027 Financial Year budget, with strong calls for the county government to prioritise stalled projects over launching new ones. During the forum, approximately 250 residents participated in a page-by-page review of the budget […]
Kakuma residents demand increased water, health funding at county budget talks
Kakuma Multipurpose Hall, April 27, 2026(Public Communication and Media Relations) Over 300 residents of Kakuma, the host and refugee communities have on Monday demanded bigger budgets for water and health sectors, calling them critical for the people of Turkana. They spoke at a budget public hearing for FY’2026/2027, where residents, civil society organizations, special interest […]
County concludes Medical Laboratory Week with countywide blood donation drive
Lodwar – April 24, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Turkana has today concluded the Medical Laboratory Week, with a blood donation drive at Lodwar County and Referral Hospital as the climax event. The event brought together laboratory healthcare stakeholders in a vibrant celebration that recognized the critical role of medical laboratory professionals in healthcare […]
County Prioritizes Strong Institutions to Improve Water Service Delivery
Lodwar April 23, 2026(Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening institutions responsible for water service delivery as a key step towards improving access and availability of water services.The commitment was highlighted during a capacity-building engagement held in Lodwar. The three-day activity was organized by Horn of Africa Groundwater […]
County opens talks with Gulf Energy on Oil Revenue sharing
Lodwar – April 22, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has begun talks with Gulf Energy on fiscal terms for planned oil and gas exploration in the South Lokichar Basin. Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus and Gulf Energy Country Manager Franklin Juma led the initial consultations on Tuesday. The teams discussed taxes, […]
Kakuma Municipality Hosts Stakeholder Forum to Strengthen Community Development and Integration
Kakuma, April 22nd, 2026(Public Communication and Media Relations) Kakuma Municipality, in partnership with the Local Leadership East African Return and Reintegration Network (LLEARN), convened a Participatory Forum II, bringing together key stakeholders to deliberate on critical development priorities within the municipality. The forum assembled representatives from government, development partners, and community leadership to engage in […]
DG Erus Reaffirms County Government’s Commitment to Child Welfare
Lodwar, April 22, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus has reaffirmed the County Government’s commitment to child protection and welfare, emphasizing the need to strengthen children’s participation in governance and decision-making processes. Speaking during the Turkana Children’s Conference organized by the Department of Children’s Services, the Catholic Diocese of Lodwar […]
Jackdaughters Women Turn to Integrated Fish Farming to Beat Food Insecurity in Lodwar
Lodwar (Loborot), April 21, 2026(Public Communication and Media Relations) After years of struggling with food insecurity, women from the Jackdaughters Group in Lodwar have embraced integrated fish farming to feed their families and generate income from surplus produce. According to the group’s chairlady, Jackline Kiyonga, the initiative combines fish and crop farming on the same […]