LOKIRIAMA PEACE ACCORD PRODUCES 11-POINT RESOLUTION FOR CROSS-BOARDER PEACE
Lokiriama 19th October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The 51st Lokiriama Peace Accord concluded with the adoption of an 11-point resolution aimed at strengthening peace efforts among the Ateker communities spanning Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, and Ethiopia. The resolutions, crafted through community engagements, seek to enhance cross-border relations and establish an inclusive governance model […]
KAINUk YOUTH USE DRAMA TO PROMOTE PEACE AT LOKIRIAMA PEACE ACCORD
Lokiriama – 19th October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Youth from Kainuk in Aroo Sub-County captivated the audience at the 51st Lokiriama Peace Accord commemoration with a powerful drama performance focused on peacebuilding. The innovative performance, a departure from traditional songs and dances, highlighted the crucial role of area chiefs in de-escalating conflicts. It […]
FOUR RECOGNIZED AS PEACE AMBASSADORS AT LOKIRIAMA PEACE ACCORD
Lokiriama 19th October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Four individuals were honored for their outstanding contributions to peacebuilding at the 51st Lokiriama Peace Accord. The honorees included Collins Ekiru, village administrator of Kapelibok; Senior Chief Sarah Lochodo of Kainuk Location; Chief Sammy Losuban Tioko of Lokiriama Location; and veteran peace mediator Ichor Imana. The […]
TURKANA TRADERS ANTICIPATE BUSINESS BOOM DURING LOKIRIAMA PEACE ACCORD FESTIVAL
Lokiriama – 18 October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Traders along the Namoruputh-Moroto belt are gearing up for a surge in business during the 51st annual Lokiriama Peace Accord festival, which runs from October 17th to 19th. Local vendor Simon Kuya said traders have already set up their goods at strategic locations to attract […]
PRIMARY SCHOOL LEARNERS EMPOWERED BY A PILOT DIGITAL LITERACY PROJECT IN TURKANA
Lodwar – 18th October, 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Learners from ten schools in Lodwar have been equipped with digital skills, including coding, through a Digital Literacy Project. The one-year pilot, which began this July, has already reached 7,065 learners from Grades Four to Eight. The project, funded by the Raspberry Pi Foundation (RPF), […]
COUNTY, ITC, KOICA HOST A PROJECT STEERING COMMITTEE (PSG) FOR A LIVELIHOOD PROJECT TARGETING HOST AND REFUGEE COMMUNITIES
Lodwar- October 17, 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The County Government in collaboration with The International Trade Centre (ITC), and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), hosted the inaugural Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting for the project- Promoting Sustainable Socio-Economic Development and Market-Based Livelihood Opportunities for Refugees and Host Communities in Kenya. This project […]
TURKANA COUNTY ENGAGES COMMUNITY ON GYPSUM EXPLORATION
Napusimoru – 17 October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Turkana County Government has held an engagement session with the Napusimoru community to discuss a proposed gypsum exploration project. Located in Lokichar Ward of Turkana South sub-county, Napusimoru has significant gypsum deposits, a valuable mineral used in various industries. County officials, investors, and community members […]
ATEKER ELDERS PERFORM CLEANSING RITUAL AT LOKIRIAMA PEACE MONUMENT
Lokiriama, 16 October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Turkana and Matheniko elders from Kenya and Uganda conducted a traditional cleansing ritual, known as “Amook,” at the Lokiriama Peace Accord Monument. The ritual was prompted by the unexpected fall of a tree on the site, which holds deep historical significance as the location where the […]
TURKANA COUNTY RECEIVES FISHING EQUIPMENT TO BOOST LIVELIHOODS
Nariokotome – 15 October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The Turkana County Government has received eight fiberglass boats and safety equipment from the USAID Nawiri program to enhance fishing production in the region. The equipment will be distributed to Beach Management Units (BMUs) to improve both profitability and food security. Deputy Governor Dr. John […]
TURKANA COUNTY MARKED GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY, EMPHASIZES HAND HYGIENE IN DISEASE PREVENTION
Lokapel – 15th October 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The Turkana County Government marked Global Handwashing Day with a focus on raising awareness about the importance of hand hygiene in reducing infection risks and improved health outcomes. Organized by the Directorate of Preventive and Promotive Services, the county’s main event took place in Lokapel, […]