Community elders from various ethnic groups in Isiolo have pledged their full support to the government in combating insecurity, stating firmly that they will not shield criminals hiding behind their communities. The meeting involved officials from Regional pastoralists peace link, the Office of the DCC Isiolo, and peace corps headed by chief Inspector Julius Mutabari,…
Isiolo County Commissioner Geoffrey Omonding has issued a stern warning to individuals inciting the public through social media, or village meetings cautioning that such actions could lead to legal consequences. Omonding made the remarks a day after the newly gazetted Speaker of the Isiolo County Assembly, Abdulahi Banticha, paid him a courtesy visit—an engagement that…
Journalists, station managers, and presenters from Radio Angaf and Radio Shahidi in Isiolo have completed a media viability training program organized by the Kenya Community Media Network (KCOMNET). The training is aimed at strengthening the sustainability of community radio by equipping participants with strategies to improve financial independence, audience engagement, and operational efficiency. It also…
The fourth edition of the Peace Ultra Marathon Isiolo (PUMI) was flagged off with a strong message from Buuri East Assistant County Commissioner Winnie Macharia, who emphasized the need to involve more young people from pastoralist communities in peacebuilding initiatives. More than 110 participants, predominantly youth from Isiolo, Marsabit, Meru, Laikipia, and Samburu, took part…
One person was killed and six others injured in a violent night raid by suspected bandits in Burat Ward, Isiolo County. The attackers, suspected to be from Samburu East and Kipsing, made away with an unknown number of camels after ambushing a herd. The incident occurred ten PM Saturday night, and a rescue operation launched…
Local organizations, journalists, activists, and members of the community have partnered with the Kenya Community Media Network (KCOMNET) to implement a three-month peacebuilding initiative in Isiolo. The program aims to promote nonviolent communication, conflict-sensitive reporting, and greater community engagement in shaping peace narratives through the media with Radio Shahidi and Angaaf community Radio journalists partnering…
In a strong statement of government commitment to national security, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen visited Isiolo where he assured police officers and regional leaders of unwavering state support in the ongoing fight against crime and insecurity. Speaking at Isiolo Police Station before proceeding to a high-level joint security meeting, the CS emphasized the importance…
The Isiolo County Assembly was thrown into a heated session today after a motion of urgent county importance was tabled by Hon. Abdirashid Diba, following the shocking shooting of Hon. Nicholas Lorot in the central business district. The mover of the motion hon Abdirashid Citing Article 26 of the Kenyan Constitution which guarantees the…
A section of professionals from the Isiolo Turkana community has called for urgent investigations into the shooting of Burat Ward MCA Nicholas Lorot, who was attacked by an unknown assailant outside a local Isiolo hotel. Speaking during demonstrations held in Isiolo town, the group demanded a full statement from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)…
Hope Returns to Yamicha: Residents Call for Schools, Hospital, and Security Post For years, Yamicha, a remote settlement at the intersection of Isiolo North, Marsabit, and Wajir West counties, was a ghost town. The once-thriving pastoralist community had fled due to insecurity, leaving behind abandoned homes and a lifeless landscape. However, a beacon of hope…
