From training to practicality: Communities take over play-based learning into everyday care
Kakuma – March 21, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) What began as a structured intervention has now evolved into a fully operational community system, where knowledge is no longer confined within training rooms but is actively applied in both remote and urban villages of Turkana West. At the moment in Turkana West, a shift […]
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 […]
Stakeholders validate Turkana Local Content Regulations
Lodwar, March 19, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Turkana is inching closer towards full operationalization of its Local Content Act, 2024, after stakeholders endorsed draft regulations intended to functionalize the law. At a workshop convened by the Office of the County Attorney with support from Gulf Energy, stakeholders drawn from the private sector, state […]
Stakeholders validate Turkana Local Content Regulations
Lodwar, March 19, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Turkana is inching closer towards full operationalization of its Local Content Act, 2024, after stakeholders endorsed draft regulations intended to functionalize the law. At a workshop convened by the Office of the County Attorney with support from Gulf Energy, stakeholders drawn from the private sector, state […]
Strengthening health systems through IoT-enabled monitoring systems
Lodwar – March 19, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The Department of Health and Sanitation in partnership with Drop Access Limited (DAL), has concluded a training building the capacity of healthcare workers on Internet of Things (IoT) monitoring systemsThis session was aimed at equipping participants with practical skills on the use of IoT technologies […]
assistALL App rolled out in Turkana to revolutionise healthcare access for the Deaf
Lodwar – March 18, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government, in partnership with Signs Media and KICTANET has officially rolled out the assistALL mobile application, marking a significant step towards enhancing inclusive and accessible healthcare services for persons with hearing impairment across the county. The assistALL application is designed to bridge communication […]
Turkana Steps Up Preparations for International Day of Forests
Lodwar, Mach 17th 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The Directorate of Natural Resources in Turkana County has taken the lead in preparations for the upcoming International Day of Forests, a United Nations observance marked annually to raise awareness on the importance of all types of forests. This year’s theme, “Forests and Economies,” emphasizes the […]
Lokori Primary School Goes Digital as Learners Receive Tablets in ICT Boost
Lokori, March 17th, 2026 (Public Communications and Media Relations) Learners at Lokori Primary School ae set to acquire digital learning following the donation of tablets and ICT equipment by Save the Children in partnership with Nokia, marking a step toward bridging the digital divide in the County. The essential ICT materials including a projector, teacher […]
DG Erus rallies partners to support Turkana Assembly ahead of June Bunge Mashinani Lokichar sitting
Lodwar, March 16th 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The second edition of the Turkana County Assembly’s “Bunge Mashinani” sitting will be held in June 2026 at Lokichar Ward in Turkana South. The announcement was made during a planning meeting attended by John Erus, Deputy Governor of Turkana County, Charles Lokioto, Speaker of the Turkana […]
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 […]