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Mohamed Saman

How Red Cross cash grant is transforming lives in northern region

The cash grant is designed to aid communities which face the compounded challenges of conflict and climate change but have limited humanitarian services.

How Red Cross cash grant is transforming lives in northern region

Doubts arise over body thought to be that of missing Della MCA

Doubts arise over body thought to be that of missing Della MCA

Wajir leaders call for coexistence during International Day of Peace

Wajir leaders call for coexistence during International Day of Peace

Wajir banking on 'Usalama ni jukumu la pamoja' initiative to foster peace

Wajir banking on 'Usalama ni jukumu la pamoja' initiative to foster peace

By 2 months ago

Wajir Assembly raises concern over alleged abduction of Della MCA

Led by Speaker Abdille Yussuf, the MCAs said it is worrying that Hussein’s whereabouts remain unknown after he was abducted on Friday night at around 9pm.

By 2 months ago

Wajir Assembly raises concern over alleged abduction of Della MCA

Wajir County partners with WFP in push for irrigation farming

Project includes drilling of a borehole and installation of a solar-powered water pumping system and is expected to provide a reliable water source for both agricultural activities and daily needs.

By 3 months ago

Wajir County partners with WFP in push for irrigation farming

School games: North Eastern teams head to Kisii for nationals

Takaba Boys High School, Garissa High and Chief Adano Girls High School are among the teams that are headed to Kisii County to represent the region in school games at the national level.

By 3 months ago

School games: North Eastern teams head to Kisii for nationals

Wajir leaders, business community unite on border trade

In an effort to bolster trade and security along the Wajir and Jubaland borderline, leaders from both sides are pushing for a collaborative approach they say will improve local economies.

By 3 months ago

Wajir leaders, business community unite on border trade

How Wajir's climate-smart agriculture is transforming lives

The produce from Sundus Farm is sold in local markets and supplied to neighboring towns, reducing the region’s dependence on imported food.

By 3 months ago

How Wajir's climate-smart agriculture is transforming lives

Garissa Woman Rep Siyad banks on new initiative to promote youth entrepreneurship

The empowerment and entrepreneurship programs are designed to create opportunities in various service industries, providing the youth with resources and tools to build sustainable livelihoods.

By 4 months ago

Garissa Woman Rep Siyad banks on new initiative to promote youth entrepreneurship

Wajir High rules in soccer and basketball in stunning Wajir East school games

In a significant move to promote sports and unity among students, the tournament was organised by the Kenya Secondary Schools Association in partnership with the Siyad Foundation.

By 4 months ago

Wajir High rules in soccer and basketball in stunning Wajir East school games

Free cataract surgery brings hope to over 200 Wajir residents

Over 200 residents in Wajir County have benefited from a free eye screening and cataract surgery initiative.

By 4 months ago

Free cataract surgery brings hope to over 200 Wajir residents

MP Keynan rallies Eldas residents to confront drug peddling

In a determined bid to combat the escalating issue of drug abuse, Keynan said he will collaborate closely with security agencies to ensure that peddlers are brought to book.

By 4 months ago

MP Keynan rallies Eldas residents to confront drug peddling

Wajir South MP Adow urges Gachagua to embrace statesmanship

MP Adow called for respectful discourse among leaders, emphasizing that such behaviour is crucial for the country's progress and stability.

By 4 months ago

Wajir South MP Adow urges Gachagua to embrace statesmanship

Eldas MP amplifies support for the Finance Bill 2024 in Wajir

Eldas Member of Parliament Adan Keynan has voiced strong support for the Finance Bill 2024, characterizing it as a beneficial and friendly piece of legislation.

By 4 months ago

Eldas MP amplifies support for the Finance Bill 2024 in Wajir

PS Umi Bashir leads Wajir forum on Fourth Medium Term Plan for Inclusive growth

Themed ‘A bottom-up Economic Agenda for Inclusive Growth, the forum underscored government's efforts to ensure development strategies resonate with needs of local communities.

By 4 months ago

PS Umi Bashir leads Wajir forum on Fourth Medium Term Plan for Inclusive growth

Wajir pushes for training, alternative justice approach to resolve land disputes

The training is part of the county's broader effort to introduce and implement more effective and culturally sensitive dispute-resolution mechanisms across the county.

By 5 months ago

Wajir pushes for training, alternative justice approach to resolve land disputes

How climate-related cash transfer initiatives are saving lives in Wajir

The cash transfer programs operate on a simple yet effective principle by providing vulnerable families with direct financial aid to meet their immediate needs.

By 5 months ago

How climate-related cash transfer initiatives are saving lives in Wajir

Wajir plans to introduce new regulations on miraa, muguka trade

Wajir County has announced a plan to introduce new rules to regulate the entry, transportation, distribution, sale, and use of Muguka and miraa within its borders.

By 5 months ago

Wajir plans to introduce new regulations on miraa, muguka trade

Wajir First Lady, woman rep call for more resources for menstrual health

The duo said a time has come to raise awareness, break the stigma surrounding menstruation, and ensure that all women and girls have access to essential menstrual hygiene resources.

By 5 months ago

Wajir First Lady, woman rep call for more resources for menstrual health

Venture into farming to secure livelihood, Wajir Woman Rep tells residents

Wajir Woman Rep Fatuma Jehow has appealed to women in the county to venture into farming in a bid to ease the cost of living.

By 5 months ago

Venture into farming to secure livelihood, Wajir Woman Rep tells residents

Wajir youths embrace sports for peace.

In the heart of Wajir County, where arid landscapes stretch for miles and the challenges of daily life are palpable.

By 5 months ago

Wajir youths embrace sports for peace.

Wajir Woman MP Jeho calls for girl education, end to early marriages

Wajir Woman Representative Fatuna Jeho has appealed to residents to prioritise education for girls and shun the retrogressive culture of forcefully driving them to early marriages.

By 6 months ago

Wajir Woman MP Jeho calls for girl education, end to early marriages

Eldas MP Keynan launches Sh41 million bursary for needy students

Eldas MP Adan Keynan has launched an Sh41 million bursary to support secondary, university, and college students.

By 6 months ago

Eldas MP Keynan launches Sh41 million bursary for needy students

Wajir Assembly raises concern over alleged abduction of Della MCA

Led by Speaker Abdille Yussuf, the MCAs said it is worrying that Hussein’s whereabouts remain unknown after he was abducted on Friday night at around 9pm.

By 2 months ago

Wajir Assembly raises concern over alleged abduction of Della MCA

Wajir County partners with WFP in push for irrigation farming

Project includes drilling of a borehole and installation of a solar-powered water pumping system and is expected to provide a reliable water source for both agricultural activities and daily needs.

By 3 months ago

Wajir County partners with WFP in push for irrigation farming

School games: North Eastern teams head to Kisii for nationals

Takaba Boys High School, Garissa High and Chief Adano Girls High School are among the teams that are headed to Kisii County to represent the region in school games at the national level.

By 3 months ago

School games: North Eastern teams head to Kisii for nationals

Wajir leaders, business community unite on border trade

In an effort to bolster trade and security along the Wajir and Jubaland borderline, leaders from both sides are pushing for a collaborative approach they say will improve local economies.

By 3 months ago

Wajir leaders, business community unite on border trade

How Wajir's climate-smart agriculture is transforming lives

The produce from Sundus Farm is sold in local markets and supplied to neighboring towns, reducing the region’s dependence on imported food.

By 3 months ago

How Wajir's climate-smart agriculture is transforming lives

Garissa Woman Rep Siyad banks on new initiative to promote youth entrepreneurship

The empowerment and entrepreneurship programs are designed to create opportunities in various service industries, providing the youth with resources and tools to build sustainable livelihoods.

By 4 months ago

Garissa Woman Rep Siyad banks on new initiative to promote youth entrepreneurship

Wajir High rules in soccer and basketball in stunning Wajir East school games

In a significant move to promote sports and unity among students, the tournament was organised by the Kenya Secondary Schools Association in partnership with the Siyad Foundation.

By 4 months ago

Wajir High rules in soccer and basketball in stunning Wajir East school games

Free cataract surgery brings hope to over 200 Wajir residents

Over 200 residents in Wajir County have benefited from a free eye screening and cataract surgery initiative.

By 4 months ago

Free cataract surgery brings hope to over 200 Wajir residents

MP Keynan rallies Eldas residents to confront drug peddling

In a determined bid to combat the escalating issue of drug abuse, Keynan said he will collaborate closely with security agencies to ensure that peddlers are brought to book.

By 4 months ago

MP Keynan rallies Eldas residents to confront drug peddling

Wajir South MP Adow urges Gachagua to embrace statesmanship

MP Adow called for respectful discourse among leaders, emphasizing that such behaviour is crucial for the country's progress and stability.

By 4 months ago

Wajir South MP Adow urges Gachagua to embrace statesmanship

Eldas MP amplifies support for the Finance Bill 2024 in Wajir

Eldas Member of Parliament Adan Keynan has voiced strong support for the Finance Bill 2024, characterizing it as a beneficial and friendly piece of legislation.

By 4 months ago

Eldas MP amplifies support for the Finance Bill 2024 in Wajir

PS Umi Bashir leads Wajir forum on Fourth Medium Term Plan for Inclusive growth

Themed ‘A bottom-up Economic Agenda for Inclusive Growth, the forum underscored government's efforts to ensure development strategies resonate with needs of local communities.

By 4 months ago

PS Umi Bashir leads Wajir forum on Fourth Medium Term Plan for Inclusive growth

Wajir pushes for training, alternative justice approach to resolve land disputes

The training is part of the county's broader effort to introduce and implement more effective and culturally sensitive dispute-resolution mechanisms across the county.

By 5 months ago

Wajir pushes for training, alternative justice approach to resolve land disputes

How climate-related cash transfer initiatives are saving lives in Wajir

The cash transfer programs operate on a simple yet effective principle by providing vulnerable families with direct financial aid to meet their immediate needs.

By 5 months ago

How climate-related cash transfer initiatives are saving lives in Wajir

Wajir plans to introduce new regulations on miraa, muguka trade

Wajir County has announced a plan to introduce new rules to regulate the entry, transportation, distribution, sale, and use of Muguka and miraa within its borders.

By 5 months ago

Wajir plans to introduce new regulations on miraa, muguka trade

Wajir First Lady, woman rep call for more resources for menstrual health

The duo said a time has come to raise awareness, break the stigma surrounding menstruation, and ensure that all women and girls have access to essential menstrual hygiene resources.

By 5 months ago

Wajir First Lady, woman rep call for more resources for menstrual health

Venture into farming to secure livelihood, Wajir Woman Rep tells residents

Wajir Woman Rep Fatuma Jehow has appealed to women in the county to venture into farming in a bid to ease the cost of living.

By 5 months ago

Venture into farming to secure livelihood, Wajir Woman Rep tells residents

Wajir youths embrace sports for peace.

In the heart of Wajir County, where arid landscapes stretch for miles and the challenges of daily life are palpable.

By 5 months ago

Wajir youths embrace sports for peace.

Wajir Woman MP Jeho calls for girl education, end to early marriages

Wajir Woman Representative Fatuna Jeho has appealed to residents to prioritise education for girls and shun the retrogressive culture of forcefully driving them to early marriages.

By 6 months ago

Wajir Woman MP Jeho calls for girl education, end to early marriages

Eldas MP Keynan launches Sh41 million bursary for needy students

Eldas MP Adan Keynan has launched an Sh41 million bursary to support secondary, university, and college students.

By 6 months ago

Eldas MP Keynan launches Sh41 million bursary for needy students

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