GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR BUSINESS GROWTH IN TURKANA
Lodwar, 5th February 2025 (Governor’s Press Service)– Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has assured the business community in Turkana of his administration’s commitment to supporting business growth by addressing challenges and creating an enabling environment. Speaking today during a business forum held at the Lodwar Vocational Training Centre, the Governor pledged to pay contractors on time and […]
RISK SHARING FACILITY LAUNCHED IN KAKUMA TO BOOST FINANCIAL INCLUSION
Kakuma, 4th February 2025 (Governor’s Press Service)—Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today launched a Risk-Sharing Facility in Kakuma, aimed at improving financial access for underserved communities, including refugees and host populations. The initiative, supported by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Equity Bank, will enable easier lending to these communities in Turkana West. Governor Lomorukai emphasised the facility’s […]
COUNTY GOVERNMENT TAKES ACTION TO ADDRESS LODWAR WATER CRISIS
Lodwar, 22nd January 2025 (Governor’s Press Service)- The County Government of Turkana has acted to prevent a water crisis in Lodwar Municipality after Kenya Power disconnected electricity to boreholes due to unpaid bills amounting to Ksh 7.7 million. Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai announced that Ksh 2.7 million had been paid to partially clear the arrears, enabling […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI SIGNS FINANCE AND BIASHARA FUND BILLS INTO LAW
Lodwar, 20th January 2025 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has signed the Turkana County Finance Bill and the Turkana County Biashara Fund Bill into law. The Finance Act allows the County Government to set or adjust fees, charges, licences, permits, rents, and rates for services it provides. The Biashara Fund Act establishes the […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI CALLS FOR TRANSPARENCY IN GEOTHERMAL OPERATIONS IN TURKANA EAST
Lodwar, 16th December 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has urged the Geothermal Development Company Limited (GDC) to address employment disparities and respect territorial boundaries in their operational areas. “As residents of this county, we request a fair share of employment and business opportunities, especially since Silale is deep within Turkana. It is […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI HOSTS DP KINDIKI FOR INTERDENOMINATIONAL PRAYER SERVICE IN LODWAR
Lodwar, 15th December 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today welcomed Kenya’s Deputy President, H.E. Prof. Kithure Kindiki, to an interdenominational prayer service held at Moi Gardens, Lodwar. The service, led by Rev. Dr Francis Namuya of the Full Gospel Churches of Kenya (FGCK), centred on themes of healing, forgiveness, and placing […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI PRESIDES OVER CLOSING CEREMONY OF ATA NAYECE FESTIVAL
Letea, 14th December 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Leaders from Turkana, Toposa, and Karamoja have reaffirmed their commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence among the communities along the borders of Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, and Ethiopia. These resolutions were made today during the 6th annual Ata Nayece cultural festival, held in Letea, Turkana West Sub-County. The […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI HOSTS BOMA DELEGATION, PLEDGES CONTINUED PARTNERSHIP
Lodwar, 11th December 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today met a delegation from BOMA International, led by CEO Sam Owilly, who paid him a visit at the County Government Headquarters in Lodwar. Governor Lomorukai expressed his appreciation for BOMA’s work in addressing pressing issues such as poverty, hunger, gender inequality, and climate […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI LAUNCHES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS, OVERSEES RELIEF FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN KIBISH
Kibish December 9, 2024 (Governor’s Press Service)_ — Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today toured Kibish Sub-County where he launched projects and spearheaded the ongoing county emergency relief programme. Speaking after commissioning the Kibish Health Centre, Governor Lomorukai reaffirmed his resolve to spread development programmes across the county even in the most remote areas. “My focus is […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI ADVOCATES FOR BONDS BEYOND BORDERS DURING ETHIOPIAN NATIONS DAY
Abra Minch, Ethiopia, December 8th, 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) — Governor Lomorukai in a historic address at the 19th Ethiopian Nations, Nationalities, and People’s Day called for Ateker people to build on the ties that unite them to enhance development in the region. He highlighted the unbreakable bonds between Kenya and Ethiopia, emphasizing the shared […]