VNG International Trains Officials on Governance and Refugee Integration
Lokichar, May 27, 2026 (Governor’s Press Service) Heads of departments from the Turkana County Executive, County Assembly and Municipalities have completed a two-day training on governance and refugee integration facilitated by VNG International under the Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance (SDLG) Program. Dr. Samson Logiel, a governance expert and lead trainer, said the training […]
Governor Lomorukai Seeks Support for Shirika Plan Implementation
Lodwar, May 12, 2026 (Governor’s Press Service) — Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has called for increased support towards implementation of the Shirika Plan to accelerate integration of refugees into local economies and strengthen host communities in Turkana. The Governor spoke at the County Headquarters in Lodwar while hosting Italian Ambassador to Kenya H.E. Vincenzo Del Monaco […]
Governor Lomorukai Launches Sh430m Bursary
Lodwar, May 4, 2026 (Governor’s Press Service) — Governor Dr Jeremiah Lomorukai has launched the first phase of bursary disbursement under the Turkana County Education Fund, with KSh 230 million set to benefit 23,754 learners drawn from all the 30 wards across the county. Speaking during the launch in Lodwar, the Governor said the bursary […]
Leadership Transition at Drought Resilience Programme
Lodwar, April 27, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) — CPA Michael Ekwanga has taken over as County Project Coordinator for the Drought Resilience Programme in Northern Kenya (DRPNK), succeeding Eng. Charles Ekeno, who has moved to head the Horn of Africa Groundwater Resilience Project. The handover ceremony was presided over by County Chief Officer […]
Governor Lomorukai Vows Steadfast Service Delivery
Loitanit, Kaaleng-Kaikor Ward, Turkana, April 25, 2026 (Governor’s Press Service) Governor Dr. Jeremiah Lomorukai has dismissed critics seeking to derail the county’s development agenda and reaffirmed that his administration remains focused on service delivery.He said this while addressing residents at Loitanit village in Kaaleng-Kaikor Ward, Turkana North Constituency. “The county under my leadership has been […]
County pushes for structured talks with Gulf Energy on Oil revenue
April 24, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government will push for structured talks with Gulf Energy on revenue sharing from oil and gas operations in the South Lokichar Basin, Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus has said. Dr. Erus confirmed that plans are underway to form a special committee to engage the firm […]
DG Erus seeks stronger US partnership in Meeting with Envoy
Lodwar, April 21, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus has called for strengthened collaboration between Turkana County and the United States Government, outlining key development priorities during a courtesy visit by the United States Chargé d’Affaires to Kenya Susan Burns. Speaking in Lodwar, Dr. Erus acknowledged the longstanding support Turkana […]
Community Opposes Proposed Airbase Land Allocation in Kangatotha
Kangatotha, April 2026 (Governor’s Press Service) — Residents of Kangatotha have voiced strong opposition to the proposed allocation of community land for the establishment of a Kenya Air Force forward operating base, citing concerns over lack of consultation and fears of displacement. The concerns were raised during a public participation forum attended by a multi-agency […]
Boost for Cross-Border Peace as Stolen Livestock Returned to Owners
Loreng, March 19, 2026 (Governor’s Press Service) — Governor Dr. Jeremiah Lomorukai today presided over the handover of livestock recovered after being stolen by cattle rustlers and traced back to their rightful owners in Uganda. The area Chief has been tasked with delivering the goats to the owners in the neighbouring country.Governor Lomorukai commended community […]
Governor Lomorukai Launches Livestock Feeds, Vaccination Drive to support Pastoralists
Lodwar, March 16, 2026 (Governor’s Press Service) The County Government of Turkana has launched the distribution of supplementary livestock feeds and the deployment of veterinary vaccines and drugs as part of an emergency response to the ongoing drought affecting pastoral communities. Governor Dr. Jeremiah Lomorukai presided over the launch, saying the intervention which is supported […]