TURKANA COUNTY SEEKS TO STRENGTHEN RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND COORDINATION
Kakuma, December 11, 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Turkana County has taken a significant step towards enhancing resource mobilization and coordination by hosting a 3-day multi-sectoral round table workshop. The event, organized in collaboration with the UN Resident Coordinator Office (UNRCO) and supported by UNHCR and VNG International, brought together key stakeholders to discuss […]
NEW CECM FOR EDUCATION, SPORTS, AND SOCIAL PROTECTION TAKES OFFICE
Lodwar, 10 December 10, 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Wiljustus Elim Lopeyok has assumed the role of County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, Sports, and Social Protection in Turkana County. The handover ceremony, presided over by Deputy County Secretary Joseph Nyang’a, marked a transition aimed at bringing fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to […]
TURKANA COUNTY AND PLAN INTERNATIONAL PARTNER TO ENHANCE WATER SERVICE DELIVERY
Turkana County has partnered with Plan International to enhance water service delivery by supporting KALWASCO in developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The initiative aims to improve the quality of water services in Turkana, ensuring compliance with WASREB regulations. The lack of standardized procedures has previously led to inconsistencies in service delivery, including inaccurate […]
WASH PROJECT BRINGS HEALTHY CHANGE TO VILLAGES IN TURKANA EAST
Lokori – 9th December 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) For residents of Lotubea village in Turkana East Sub-county, the borehole rehabilitation ended their over one year of consuming unsafe water from the nearby riverbed. Area Chief Philip Ekuwam reflected on the previous struggles with contaminated river water, which led to numerous cases of diarrhea […]
ROSELYNE AITE TAKES OVER AS TURKANA COUNTY’S CECM FOR TRADE, GENDER, AND YOUTH AFFAIRS
Lodwar, December 9, 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Roselyne Aite has officially assumed the role of County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Trade, Enterprise Development, Gender, and Youth Affairs. The handover ceremony, presided over by Deputy County Secretary Joseph Nyang’a, marked a smooth transition. CECM Aite received official documents symbolizing her new mandate and […]
COUNTY TEAM PREPARES FOR MORUANAYECE COMMEMORATION
Letea, 9 December 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) A county team led by Chief Officer Cicilia Majuma conducted an assessment of the Moruanayece site ahead of the upcoming commemoration event on December 14th. The annual commemoration celebrates the region’s rich cultural heritage and promotes unity among the Ateker communities, including the Karamojong, Jie, Toposa, […]
NEW PROJECT AIMS TO ELIMINATE KALA-AZAR IN ASAL COUNTIES
Lodwar, December 9, 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) A six-year initiative to eliminate kala-azar, also known as visceral leishmaniasis, by 2030 is set to launch in 11 arid and semi-arid counties (ASALs), including Turkana County. The project, implemented by Amref Health Africa in collaboration with the National Division of Vector-Borne and Neglected Tropical Diseases […]
WORLD BANK ASSESSES LODWAR MUNICIPALITY’S PROGRESS
Lodwar Municipality, a key beneficiary of the Kenya Urban Support Program (KUSP), is currently undergoing a thorough assessment by the World Bank to evaluate its adherence to minimum conditions and performance standards. The assessment aims to enhance urban services and governance as part of KUSP’s second phase. The World Bank team is gathering data on […]
LODWAR MUNICIPALITY CALLS FOR ACTION ON WASTE MANAGEMENT
Lodwar Municipality Manager, Eng. Benjamin, Tukei, has expressed concern over the town’s deteriorating cleanliness and called for collective action to address the growing waste management issue. During a recent tour of the town center, Mr. Tukei observed indiscriminate waste disposal and highlighted the negative impact on public health and the town’s image. He urged residents […]
TURKANA FIRST LADY ENCOURAGES WOMEN TO EMBRACE COOPERATIVES
Namoruputh, 8th Dec 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Turkana County First Lady, Lilian Ekamais, has urged women to embrace cooperative societies as a path to economic empowerment. Speaking at the launch of “Aberu Aloima SACCO” in Namoruputh, Mrs. Ekamais highlighted the transformative potential of cooperatives in fostering financial independence, savings culture, and credit access. […]