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Garissa, DRC roll out livestock health vaccination campaign in Dadaab

The 13-day exercise, being implemented under the Area-Based Livelihoods Initiative (ABLI-G II), covers four wards: Liboi, Damajale, Labisigale, and Abakaile in Dadaab Sub-County.

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Somalia assumes seat on African Union Peace and Security Council

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Mogadishu launches AI lab to tackle fake news in Somali language

Garissa Referral Hospital conducts 35 free fistula surgeries

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CS Duale rallies young innovators at Garissa science fair

KMTC Hola allows hijab after talks with Muslim leaders

A delegation of imams, ustadhs and Muslim leaders visited the campus after concerns were raised by students who said the...

transmission • Mar 26, 2026

Garissa confirms cholera amid fears of local transmission

A situation report released by the county’s Department of Health on Thursday said the case involves an 11-year-old child...

WorldView • Mar 26, 2026

Civilians killed in airstrike incident in Southwest State of Somalia

In a statement released on Wednesday, the Ministry described the incident as a “horrific assault” involving armed helico...

Trump • Mar 20, 2026

US-Israel war on Iran triggers shutdown of trade in Garissa

The traders said uncertainty in export markets, particularly across the Gulf, has forced them to halt buying to avoid ac...

weatherman • Mar 13, 2026

Disruption feared as heavy rains forecast in more than 20 counties

The weatherman raised concerns over possible flash floods, landslides and disruptions to transport and infrastructure.

World Kidney Day • Mar 13, 2026

World Kidney Day: Garissa Referral Hospital calls for early screening

World Kidney Day is marked annually on the second Thursday of March to raise awareness about the importance of kidney he...

Garissa County Referral Hospital strengthens patient records management

Garissa County Referral Hospital is transitioning to an electronic health records system, covering patient registration,...

Public participation held on Draft Child Welfare Fund Regulations for North Eastern region

The engagement, organised by the National Treasury and Economic Planning in collaboration with the State Department for...

Wajir Stadium • Mar 12, 2026

State accelerates Wajir infrastructure projects ahead of Madaraka Day

PS Raymond Omollo said the Wajir Stadium project has already created employment for more than 400 people daily and is ex...

water levels • Mar 10, 2026

Flood alert issued as River Tana water levels rise in Garissa

Daud Ahmed, the Garissa branch coordinator of the Kenya Red Cross Society, warned that communities in low-lying areas sh...

1,032-unit Garissa public works housing scheme pushes for inclusive urban growth

The flagship initiative of President William Ruto under the national housing agenda is aimed at expanding access to dece...

WorldView • Feb 28, 2026

AUSSOM hosts Iftar for Somali officials, partners in Mogadishu

It brought together senior Federal Government officials and international partners to mark the holy month of Ramadan.

Wajir County • Feb 23, 2026

Wajir Iftar initiative supports vulnerable households

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi flagged off 915 tonnes of essential food supplies, including sifted maize, fortified porr...

Mandera families face starvation after losing herds to drought

Coupled with water scarcity and widespread livestock deaths, the risks of disease outbreaks and malnutrition continue to...

WorldView • Feb 16, 2026

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud stresses Africa’s peacekeeping role

Hassan Sheikh called for urgent reforms within the United Nations system to reflect current global realities.

Ruto announces reopening of Mandera Border Post

Speaking in Mandera on Thursday, the President said the reopening would restore connectivity between communities on both...

Zeitun Aden • Feb 12, 2026

Young Entrepreneurs Summit held in Garissa with focus on empowerment

The event brought together aspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders, and youth from across the county.

SUPKEM strengthens health partnerships to combat syndemic diseases

SUPKEM National Chairman Al-Hajj Hassan Ole Naado led a delegation of senior officials to the National Syndemic Diseases...

News • Feb 06, 2026

Operational Maalimin Division to enhance governance and local development

Garissa Governor Nathif Jama, Lagdera MP Mohamed Abdikadir, Garissa County Commissioner Mohamed Mwabudzo and other local...

SUPKEM welcomes tax exemption on dates ahead of Ramadan

Sheikh Salat lauded the exemption, saying it reflects the government’s appreciation of the cultural and spiritual signif...

Police reassure public after chief, teacher killed in Hulugho attack

A multi-agency security team has been deployed and is actively pursuing the perpetrators, with operations underway to ap...

Chief, teacher killed in suspected Al Shabaab attack in Garissa

Garissa County Commissioner Mohamed Mwabudzo confirmed the incident, saying security agencies had intensified operations...

World Ocean Conference • Jan 21, 2026

Mombasa eyes Blue Economy hub status ahead of World Ocean Conference

The County Government of Mombasa views international cooperation as a critical pillar in addressing climate change, mari...

Garissa hosts farmers’ field day to promote climate-smart livelihoods

Governor Nathif Jama said the field day reflects the county’s integrated approach to agriculture, health, nutrition, and...

Security, stability of North Eastern region a national priority - CDF Kahariri

The region is considered strategically critical due to its proximity to international borders and exposure to cross-bord...

USAID • Jan 16, 2026

US aid cuts could lead to child death every 40 seconds by 2030 - Oxfam

The warning comes one year after President Donald Trump’s administration began a sweeping rollback of U.S. foreign assis...

WorldView • Jan 14, 2026

Somalia launches roadmap to shift from crisis response to early action

The change is set out in the National Anticipatory Action (AA) Roadmap (2025–2028). The plan will be led by the Somali D...

WorldView • Jan 14, 2026

Jubbaland grapples with deepening drought crisis

President Madobe said people displaced by the drought are currently receiving limited assistance through the Jubbaland D...

UNESCO • Jan 14, 2026

Digital content industry worth Sh1.27 trillion, driving jobs and innovation

The findings underscore the rising economic importance of digital creators, positioning them alongside traditional secto...

WorldView • Jan 14, 2026

Traders count losses as fire destroys businesses at Ifo Refugee Camp

The inferno, whose cause is yet to be established, spread rapidly through the densely packed market area, reducing shops...

WorldView • Jan 12, 2026

Sudan tops emergency watchlist for third year as humanitarian crisis deepens

Humanitarian needs now far exceed available resources, with the IRC warning that without a dramatic increase in funding...

Lamu develops own scholarship scheme to support vulnerable students

Governor Timamy spoke during the awarding of scholarships under the KCB Foundation 2026 Senior School Scholarship Progra...

Sudan PM announces return of government to Khartoum

In the early days of the regular military's war with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in April 2023, the army...

WorldView • Jan 11, 2026

Ethiopia plans Africa’s largest airport to support Ethiopian Airlines

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said the new airport, to be developed alongside Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, will a...

WorldView • Jan 07, 2026

New Suuq Mugdi Market construction set to begin

Suuq Mugdi has long been associated with congestion and repeated fire incidents, leaving traders vulnerable to losses an...

Climate change pushes millions toward hunger in Horn of Africa

According to a new analysis by the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) up to 25 million people in Somalia, E...

Governor Abdullahi condemns Gachagua remarks as ‘Somaliphobic’

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi said Gachagua's remarks risk fuelling ethnic prejudice and undermining national unity.

Garissa Assembly delegation studies Rwanda’s governance model

Led by the Speaker of the Garissa County Assembly, Abdi Idle Gure, the delegation is participating in a comparative gove...

Garissa County Referral Hospital prioritises child-friendly care

The child-friendly approach helps reduce fear and anxiety, improves cooperation during medical care, and supports faster...

WorldView • Dec 14, 2025

Somalia PM reshuffles cabinet, appoints new ministers

The newly appointed ministers were instructed to assume office without delay and deliver “enhanced performance” in their...

WorldView • Dec 14, 2025

President Sheikh hails milestone as Somalia readies local council elections

In a statement released on Saturday, December 13, 2025, the President confirmed that he had officially received his vote...

WorldView • Dec 10, 2025

IMF approves additional funding as Somalia pushes ahead with economic reforms

Somalia is implementing reforms under the IMF’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF), a zero-interest loan program that suppor...

WorldView • Dec 09, 2025

Somalia faces escalating water crisis as drought dries up vital sources

The Federal Government has declared a national drought emergency and urged immediate humanitarian support as millions fa...

WorldView • Dec 09, 2025

AU says silence on Gaza ‘cannot be our legacy’ at UN solidarity event

Speaking in Addis Ababa during the commemoration of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, the...

Mandera leaders criticize plans to hold Jamhuri Day celebrations amid drought

Former Mandera Senator Billow Kerrow said while every leader in Mandera, including county officials, has been appealing...