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 […]
Youth Set to Benefit from UN-Supported Skills Program
Lodwar, March 16, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Youth in Turkana are set to benefit from a United Nations-supported program aimed at equipping young people with skills to boost employability and enhance their participation in civic engagement. The initiative, to be implemented by Youth for Sustainable World (YSW) and Mentazo with support from the […]
Youth Set to Benefit from UN-Supported Skills Program
Lodwar, March 16, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Youth in Turkana are set to benefit from a United Nations-supported program aimed at equipping young people with skills to boost employability and enhance their participation in civic engagement. The initiative, to be implemented by Youth for Sustainable World (YSW) and Mentazo with support from the […]
County, Concern Worldwide Intensify Livestock Support for pastoralists in Turkana
Mifugo Complex, Lodwar | March 16, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government, in partnership with Concern Worldwide, has intensified the distribution of livestock supplementary feeds and the repositioning of veterinary vaccines and drugs across , in a bid to protect livestock and strengthen the resilience of drought-affected pastoral communities. The initiative, launched […]
County, Swisscontact meet over workforce development for Turkanas’ emerging oil economy
Lodwar, March 16th 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus, has called for urgent investment in skills development to prepare local youth for employment opportunities expected from renewed oil and gas exploration in South Lokichar basin. Speaking while hosting a delegation from Swisscontact, Dr. Erus said the county must begin addressing […]
LCRH receives a new consignment of essential medical supplies to last eight months
Lodwar – March 13, 2026 (Public Communication and Media Relations) The County Government has received a new consignment of essential medical supplies worth KES 57 million at Lodwar County Referral Hospital (LCRH), reinforcing efforts to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services for residents across Turkana. The supplies, procured through the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), include essential […]
ECDE Teachers Trained to Strengthen Foundation Learning and Digital Literacy
Lodwar, 13th March 2026,(Public Communication and Media Relations) Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers have undergone training aimed at strengthening foundation learning, improving curriculum delivery, and enhancing digital literacy in schools. The capacity-building programme brought together twenty five teachers and seven ECDE ward coordinators from Turkana South and East Sub-Counties alongside thirty five teachers and […]