County health facilities to receive Biometric devices to strengthen Taifa Care rollout
Lodwar – June 8, 2026 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The Department of Health and Sanitation Services has received biometric registration and authentication devices for 167 Level II health facilities across all 11 sub-counties, marking a key milestone in the transition to Taifa Care and supporting Social Health Authority (SHA) claims processing. The initiative, supported […]
Turkana free eye medical camps restoring sight, transforming lives
Kainuk – June 5, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) In the remote villages of Turkana South, where access to specialized healthcare for out-of-reach populations has been a challenge, two fathers separated by over 120 kilometers share a remarkable story of resilience, hope, and restored sight. For nearly two years, 50-year-old Iwecho Kiricho from Lomerimudang […]
Turkana West Health Promoters receive training to transform everyday materials into early learning tools
Kakuma – June 5, 2026 (Public Communications and Media Relations) At least 83 Community Health Promoters (CHPs) and sub-recipients of the Tucheze Tustawi project from Turkana West, including the Kalobeyei Initiative for Better Life and ACME organization, have been trained on developing play items and learning materials aimed at creating safe, stimulating environments for children […]
Stakeholders Call for Climate Action as Turkana Celebrates World Environment Day
Lodwar Diocese, 5th June 2026 (Public Communication/Public Relations) Turkana County today joined the global community in commemorating World Environment Day, reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable development. The celebrations, held at the Lodwar Cathedral Catholic Church, brought together government officials, environmental stakeholders, development partners, and members of the public to reflect […]
Turkana County Youth Set to Access Climate Fund as County, Partners Validate Pilot Project Findings
Lodwar, 4th June 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The Department of Gender and Youth Affairs in collaboration with Plan International Kenya, have validated findings from a baseline assessment under the Turkana Youth Climate Fund pilot project. paving the way for increased youth participation in climate action and green enterprise development. The validation exercise was […]
Turkana West Receives Major Road Infrastructure Boost as Three Key Projects Get Underway
Kakuma- June 2, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Residents of Turkana West Sub-County are set to benefit from improved transport and connectivity following the handover of three major road maintenance and upgrade projects aimed at enhancing accessibility, road safety, and economic growth across the region. The projects include the 25-kilometre Kakuma–UNHCR–Pokotom–Letea Road, the 15-kilometre […]
County, VSF-G to vaccinate 975,000 livestock against transboundary diseases in Turkana
Lodwar|June 3, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government and Veterinaires Sans Frontieres (VSF) Germany, have planned to vaccinate 975,000 livestock against transboundary diseases like PPR, CCPP and Lumpy Skin Diseases (LSD) in Turkana’s border areas. Of 975,000 livestock, 850,000 sheep and goats will get PPR vaccine, 100,000 goats will get CCPP jab […]
Road Maintenance Works Begin to open up Kangatotha Ward
Kangatotha, June 3, 2026(Public Communication and Media Relation) The Department of Roads has officially handed over two key road maintenance projects in Kangatotha Ward, marking a significant step toward improving transport, trade, and access to essential services across the area. The projects include the 57-kilometre Kangatotha–Naoros–Naipa–Akatotuman–Lokipetot–Eliye Road, valued at KSh 5.6 million, and the Loyoro–Nabulon–Rikoo […]
Second Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention campaign launched in Turkana
Lodwar – June 3, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government in partnership with the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has today launched the second round of Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) campaign. This is set to begin in Kakuma and Kalobeyei ahead of the June–October Malaria transmission season. Through the CRS’ Child Health and […]
A1 Junction–Nameyana–Napeililim Road Upgrade Kicks Off
Turkwel, 3rd June 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Construction works on the A1 Junction–Nameyana–Napeililim Road are set to commence following the official handover of the project site to the contractor by the Department of Roads. The improvement of the more than 20-kilometre road is expected to significantly enhance mobility along the Turkwel corridor, opening […]