Persons with visual impairement empowered with digital skills for inclusion and opportunity
Lodwar – March 12, 2026 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Persons with visual impairment in Turkana County have benefited from a digital skills training programme aimed at promoting digital inclusion by equipping them with practical skills to access information, online services, and economic opportunities. The training was organized by the Kenya Society for the Blind […]
County Government convenes health sector partners meeting to strengthen coordination
Lodwar – March 12, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government held a Health and Sanitation Services’ sector partners coordination meeting aimed at strengthening collaboration and align interventions. The meeting, held in Lodwar and supported by Amref Health Africa, brought together county health leadership and partner organizations to review ongoing programs, map partner […]
MSMEs Connect Turkana Edition Team pays visits to county leadership ahead of Ekalees Centre engagement
Lodwar, 12th March 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) A joint team from the County, and the State Department of Co-operatives Micro ,Small and Medium Enterprises(MSMEs) paid a courtesy call call to the Office of the Turkana County Commissioner, and that of County Government ahead of Connect Turkana Edition. The engagement , scheduled to take […]
Turkana reviews Mass Drug Administration performance ahead of May 2026 Campaign
Lodwar – March 12, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government, in partnership with Sightsavers, today convened a Mass Drug Administration (MDA) microplanning meeting in Turkana West to review the performance of the 2023 MDA campaign and strengthen preparations for upcoming rounds scheduled for May and September 2026. The forum brought together County […]
Optical Workshop launched at LCRH to boost eyecare services
Lodwar – March 11, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has launched an Optical Workshop at Lodwar County Referral Hospital (LCRH), marking a major milestone in strengthening access to specialized eyecare services in Turkana. The return of optical services at the facility, supported by the Fred Hollows Foundation, will ensure uninterrupted eye […]
Turkana reviews County social behaviour change strategy to boost early child health
Lokichoggio – March 10, 2026 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The County Government, in collaboration with Amref Health Africa through the Tucheze Tustawi Project, supported by the Lego foundation, convened a three-day workshop to review the Turkana County Social and Behavioural Change Communication (SBCC) Strategy (2026–2030), incorporating the ten Nurturing Care for early childhood development […]
County Partners with PAIR to Strengthen Resilience Among Pastoralist Communities
Lodwar, March 10, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has welcomed a new partner, Pastoralists Adaptive Initiative for Resilience (PAIR), which aims to strengthen pastoralist livelihoods by promoting locally driven solutions, food security, and climate resilience across the county. PAIR is an initiative that focuses on integrated systems that stabilize pastoral livelihoods […]
County flags off Sh 96M medical supplies to 243 health facilities in Turkana
Lodwar — March 9, 2026 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The County Government, led by the Deputy Governor, Dr. John Erus, has flagged off a consignment of Health Products and Technologies (HPTs) worth KES 96 million destined for 243 government health facilities across all 11 sub-counties. The consignment, dispatched through 11 lorries, will deliver essential […]
Turkana marks International Women’s Day
Lodwar -March 6, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Turkana County commemorates International Women’s Day, celebrated every March to recognize the achievements of women and advocate for gender equality. This year’s theme “Give to Gain: Rights, Justice, Action for All Women and Girls” is a rallying call aimed at accelerating gender parity. This is through […]
County signs 3-year partnership with VSO to boost livelihoods
Lodwar – March 5, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The Deputy Governor, Dr. John Erus today led the County Government in signing a three-year partnership deal with Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO). This is aimed at strengthening programs in livelihoods, inclusivity, education, social protection and community empowerment. The MoU will guide the two institutions in […]