County Government concludes TB-screening ahead of World TB Day set for Naduat
Lodwar – March 21, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government, through the Department of Health and Sanitation, has successfully concluded a three-day integrated TB-screening exercise in Turkana Central ahead of the World TB Day scheduled to take place in Naduat on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The outreach, supported by the National TB-Programme […]
County Government, Malteser International strengthen emergency response, build staff capacity
Kakuma – March 21, 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The County Government in collaboration with Malteser International held a WHO’s Basic Emergency Care (BEC) Course aimed at strengthening the capacity of frontline emergency healthcare providers in Turkana County. The completed five-day training targeted 25 first-contact patient management providers including doctors, clinical officers, nurses, mid-wives, […]
County to support transition of Turkana West WASH Sector to Utility-Led Service models
Kakuma – March 19, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has reaffirmed its commitment to support the transformation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services in Turkana West from the current fragmented humanitarian interventions to a sustainable, government-led and utility-managed system under the Kalobeyei Integrated Socio-Economic Development Programme (KISEDP) and Shirika Plan. […]
Pastoralists benefit from County, TUPADO-targeted vaccination drive in Kakuma
Lochor-ang’iereng’o (Kakuma), 21st March 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The pastoralists in Kakuma have benefited from the ongoing targeted vaccination and supportive treatment, following the partnership between the County Government of Turkana and Turkana Pastoralist Development Organization (TUPADO) in Turkana West. Speaking at Lochor-ang’iereng’o, when he visited the veterinary team involved in vaccination, Dr […]
Stakeholders validate Turkana Local Content Regulations
Lodwar, March 19, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Turkana is inching closer towards full operationalization of its Local Content Act, 2024, after stakeholders endorsed draft regulations intended to functionalize the law. At a workshop convened by the Office of the County Attorney with support from Gulf Energy, stakeholders drawn from the private sector, state […]
Stakeholders validate Turkana Local Content Regulations
Lodwar, March 19, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Turkana is inching closer towards full operationalization of its Local Content Act, 2024, after stakeholders endorsed draft regulations intended to functionalize the law. At a workshop convened by the Office of the County Attorney with support from Gulf Energy, stakeholders drawn from the private sector, state […]
Strengthening health systems through IoT-enabled monitoring systems
Lodwar – March 19, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The Department of Health and Sanitation in partnership with Drop Access Limited (DAL), has concluded a training building the capacity of healthcare workers on Internet of Things (IoT) monitoring systemsThis session was aimed at equipping participants with practical skills on the use of IoT technologies […]
assistALL App rolled out in Turkana to revolutionise healthcare access for the Deaf
Lodwar – March 18, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government, in partnership with Signs Media and KICTANET has officially rolled out the assistALL mobile application, marking a significant step towards enhancing inclusive and accessible healthcare services for persons with hearing impairment across the county. The assistALL application is designed to bridge communication […]
Turkana Steps Up Preparations for International Day of Forests
Lodwar, Mach 17th 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The Directorate of Natural Resources in Turkana County has taken the lead in preparations for the upcoming International Day of Forests, a United Nations observance marked annually to raise awareness on the importance of all types of forests. This year’s theme, “Forests and Economies,” emphasizes the […]
Lokori Primary School Goes Digital as Learners Receive Tablets in ICT Boost
Lokori, March 17th, 2026 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Learners at Lokori Primary School ae set to acquire digital learning following the donation of tablets and ICT equipment by Save the Children in partnership with Nokia, marking a step toward bridging the digital divide in the County. The essential ICT materials including a projector, teacher […]