Public participation on statistics bill 2026 seeking to establish the “Kenya statistics authority”
Isiolo residents give their views on the Kenya Statistics Bill. Proposals in the bill seek to repeal the Kenya 2006 statistic act that established the Kenya National bureau of statistics (KNBS). Some of the proposals of the Statistics bill 2026 are establishment and of the use of biometric data registration during census and surveys in…
OVER 2,400 TO BENEFIT FROM NEWLY LAUNCHED KIPSING MINI-GRID POWER SUPPLY
Thousands of residents living in remote areas that are not connected to the national power grid are set to benefit from a national government project aimed at launching local solar-powered mini-grids. More than 2,400 residents of Kipsing in Oldonyiro Sub-County, Isiolo County, are the first beneficiaries following the launch of the first mini-grid by the…
Isiolo Faces Urgent Gaps in Cervical Cancer Prevention and Care
Isiolo County is grappling with major gaps in cervical cancer prevention and care, with health stakeholders raising alarm over low screening rates, limited treatment capacity, and persistent myths that continue to hinder progress. Speaking during a stakeholders’ forum on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) held in Isiolo, health officials warned that the county remains far below global…
Story Behind Isiolo Leaders’ Audience with President Ruto at State House After Tupi Victory
In recent months, President William Ruto has hosted several delegations from Isiolo County with the frequency of such meetings notably increasing before and after the failed impeachment attempt against Governor Abdi Guyo. These meetings have repeatedly stirred curiosity and political speculation — and yesterday’s meeting was no different. Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo, Mohamed Liban Principal…
Women Champions Call for Resilience in the Fight Against Gender Discrimination
Women civic educators and gender equity champions in Isiolo County marked International Women’s Day by urging women to remain resilient in the face of challenges that continue to fuel gender discrimination. More than 40 women champions gathered in Isiolo town to commemorate the day, sharing personal testimonies and experiences about the obstacles they have overcome…
When Elders Decide: How Negotiated Democracy Shapes Politics—and Silences Women—in North Eastern Kenya
In many pastoralist counties of North Eastern Kenya, elections are often determined long before voters queue at polling stations. Behind closed doors, councils of elders negotiate who will run, who will withdraw, and how political seats are distributed among clans. This informal arrangement—widely referred to as negotiated democracy—has become a defining feature of the region’s…
RANGELANDS SACCO OFFERING PASTORALISTS A LIFELINE
Pastoralist communities who have struggled against the harsh realities of unpredictable rainfall that cause recurring droughts that cause Livestock losses now have a renewed hope. The formation of a Rangelands SACCO that is serving more than 7,000 members across ten counties within conservation areas in Kenya, has become a critical safety net for livestock owners…
SIX SUSPECTS IN POLICE CUSTODY AS 18 ILLEGAL FIREARMS RECOVERED
Police in Isiolo have arrested six suspects and recovered 18 illegal firearms in an ongoing security operation. The firearms and ammunition were displayed on Sunday evening at the Isiolo Police Station, bringing the total number of weapons recovered so far to 23. Isiolo Police Commander Isaac Sang said the recovered weapons include four MAC-4 rifles,…
ALTERNATIVE JUSTICE SYSTEM HAILED FOR CUTTING CASE BACKLOG
Kenya’s Alternative Justice System (AJS) is gaining national attention for significantly reducing court case backlogs, with judicial leaders calling for its accelerated rollout across all 47 counties. The model, which has already been implemented in 13 counties with established action plans, is being credited with offering a faster, more affordable and community-centered approach to…
SECURITY OPERATION: ILLEGAL FIREARMS, DRUGS, AND STOLEN LIVESTOCK SEIZED
The ongoing multi-agency security operation in Isiolo County has recorded notable progress, with law enforcement authorities successfully recovering illegal firearms, drugs, and stolen livestock over the weekend. Several suspects were also apprehended and are set to face charges in court this week. These latest developments mark a significant step forward in the efforts to combat…
