County, TUPADO set foot for the first time in Kang’ataruk, Loima for targeted vaccination and supportive treatment
Kang’ataruk (Turkwel), June 14 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The County Government through Integrated Emergency Drought Response Project (IEDRP) implemented by Turkana Pastoralist Development Organization (TUPADO) and International Rescue Committee (IRC), has extended targeted vaccination and supportive treatment drive to Kang’ataruk and other villages in the lower belt of Loima Sub-county. Lotoom Eiton, an […]
One Pint, Three Lives: Turkana marks World Blood Donor Day with bold call to action
Lodwar- June 14, 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has issued an urgent appeal to residents to turn up in large numbers and voluntarily donate blood, as the county marks this year’s World Blood Donor Day. Under the theme, “Give blood, give hope: together we can save lives,” this day serves as […]
Turkana MSMEs set to benefit from program designed to pave entry to global markets
Lodwar, June 12 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) About 2,250 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Turkana are set to benefit from a two-year capacity-building program aimed at helping them meet international trade standards and tap into global markets. The initiative is a partnership between the Turkana County Government and the International Trade […]
County installs streetlights to boost trade in Kalobeyei
Kalobeyei, 11th June 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Department of Energy has installed streetlights in Kalobeyei, Turkana West, as part of its ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and support local economic growth. The project, which involves the installation of solar-powered streetlights, is aimed at enhancing security, extending business hours, and improving the […]
Turkana launches cross-border peace and climate resilience program
Lodwar- June 11, 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has launched a three-year cross-border peace and climate resilience program aimed at helping communities anticipate, prevent, and adapt to climate-induced shocks and conflict-related displacement. This is especially targeted for women and girls. Led by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and funded by the […]
County gives traders a 21-day ultimatum for unauthorized licensing
Lodwar- May 10, 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Traders in Turkana County have been given 21 days to comply with a new directive that bars them from operating both wholesale and retail businesses under a single license. In a public notice issued on June 9, the County Government warned that failure to comply by […]
New Board chair assumes office, commits to introduce best employee awards
Lodwar, 10th June 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The newly appointed chair of the Turkana County Public Service Board Peter Ekunyuk Ingollan, has officially assumed office with a promise to introduce the first-ever employee award scheme in Turkana for outstanding performance, as part of his immediate priority. His entry brings to a close a […]
Dr Etelej returns to Livestock Development as Dr Lokoel reports to Medical Services
Mifugo Complex, June 9, 2025 (Public Communications and Media Relations) The incoming County Chief Officer for Livestock Development, Dr Ezekiel Ekuwam Etelej has returned to Mifugo Complex to head the Department he is familiar with, following a handover and takeover event between him and Dr Gilchrist Muya Lokoel on Monday afternoon. Dr Etelej said that […]
Cholera situation report update in Kakuma and Kalobeyei Settlements
Lodwar- June 6, 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Health Rapid Response Team (CHRRT) has today held an emergency response briefing on cholera upsurge in Kakuma and Kalobeyei settlements. The purpose was to share updates on the current situation, ongoing response, and highlight existing gaps in need of urgent support to contain further […]
Changing Guard in County Medical Services: collaboration emphasized
Lodwar – 9th June 2025 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The outgoing Chief Officer of Medical Services Dr Ezekiel Etelej, has today handed over to the incoming Chief Officer Dr Gilchrest Lokoel as he moves to Livestock Development. Presiding over the handover, Deputy County Secretary Joseph Nyanga mentioned that reshuffles within the County Government serve […]