Ujuzi Mashinani Programme Equips Trainees with Skills for Business in Turkana South
Kagitankori, 5th September, 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Technical Vocational and Education Training Department, in partnership with the Ujuzi Mashinani programme by Nawiri, has visited satelite vocational centres in Kanaodon and Kagitankori, where cohorts of trainees are gaining hands-on skills to improve their lives and communities. These cohorts are part of the […]
New project set to nurture child development through play in Turkana
Lodwar – September 3, 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The Department of Health and Sanitation met with early childhood development stakeholders to deliberate on the ‘Thriving Through Play – Tucheze Tustawi’ project spearheaded by AMREF Health Africa. The initiative, designed to enhance children’s well-being, development, and learning through structured play, will be rolled out […]
California Market traders to benefit from 35 new stalls
Lodwar, September 3, 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) California Market traders in Lodwar are set to benefit from the construction of 35 new stalls under the third phase of the ongoing stall installation project by the County Department of Trade and Cooperatives. Speaking at the site handover, Deputy Director for Trade Wilson Ejie assured […]
CHPs set for training to combat childhood illnesses
Lodwar- September 3, 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The Department of Health and Sanitation, led by the Chief Officer for Medical Services Dr Gilchrist Lokoel, hosted a team from Save the Children to plan an upcoming joint Integrating Community Case Management (ICCM) training. Targeting Community Health Promoters (CHPs), this capacity building opportunity is geared […]
County, stakeholders discuss land governance and urban transformation
Lodwar-August 29, 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The Department of Lands, Physical Planning and Urban Areas Management convened a high-level stakeholder meeting to explore areas of collaboration in land governance, spatial planning, and urban transformation. Led by the Deputy Governor, Dr John Erus, he underscored the importance of partnerships in unlocking opportunities for sustainable […]
County Government flags Off Sh120M worth of medical supplies
Lodwar- September 1, 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has today flagged off a new consignment of essential medical supplies worth Sh120 million, reinforcing its commitment to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services across the county. The supplies, flagged off by Deputy Governor Dr John Erus, will be distributed to 234 health facilities in […]
One Health Committee pushes cross-border health gains in Lokichoggio
Lokichoggio- August 29, 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The Lokichoggio Sub-County One Health Cross-border Committee has reaffirmed its commitment to improving access to government services, including disease surveillance for underserved communities. This was confirmed during its fourth meeting, held one year after its formation. Rotich Kipkorir, County One Health Coordinator, emphasized that the One […]
County equips community health drivers to enhance access and provision of health services
Lodwar- August 29, 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Supported by Amref-Global Fund and World Relief Kenya, the training targeted community health providers from Lokiriama, Loima, Turkana North, Turkana South, Turkana East and Kibish sub-counties. Over 270 new and previously missed Community Health Promoters and Community Health Assistants from Namoruputh, Kaitese, Lodwar, Lokichar, Lokori, Lowareng’ak […]
Workshop on Community Land Rights and Alternative Justice Systems Held in Turkana
Lodwar-August 28th , 2025 ( Public Communications and Media Relations) Community Land Rights and the Application of Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) in Community Land Governance held a three-day workshop that brought together government officials, community leaders, legal experts, and development partners. The forum, organized by FAO under the EU-FAO Digital Land Governance Program (DGLP) in […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI COMMENDS KOICA, UNICEF FOR IMPROVED WATER AND HYGIENE ACCESS
Lodwar, 28th August 2025 (Governor’s Press Service) — Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai hailed KOICA’s long-standing partnership, acknowledging the Korean Government’s support through numerous initiatives in the water sector. He said this while meeting officials from UNICEF AND KOICA. He emphasised that their efforts are aligned with Agenda No. 1 of his administration: ensuring access to clean […]