Eric Omondi builds classroom for children studying under scorching sun in Turkana
Turkana County’s Kapoo area has a reason to celebrate after philanthropist and comedian Eric Omondi completed building a classroom for local children in just one day. The project, which follows a successful fundraiser, will transform the learning environment for children who according to the comedian were learning under harsh conditions. Sharing the news on Monday, […]
Eric Omondi kicks off fundraiser to build classroom for children learning under scorching sun in Turkana
Comedian-turned-activist and philanthropist Eric Omondi has started a fundraiser to construct a classroom for children in Kapoo area, Turkana County who are currently learning under harsh conditions. In a video shared on his Instagram account on Saturday, January 2025, Omondi highlighted the struggles faced by the children. The footage showed them sitting on the ground, barefoot, […]
Govt announces new polio vaccination drive amid reports of deaths, severe side effects
The government has announced a new polio vaccination drive despite several reports of severe side effects related to the vaccine. On Friday, November 8, 2024, the Ministry of Health confirmed two fatalities following its investigation into the adverse events reported after the October 2024 polio vaccination campaign. The new drive will be conducted from November 9 […]
Beautiful places you didn’t know exist in Kenya and why you must visit them
Kenya is home to outstanding destinations that offer a vast array of calm, entertainment and bliss. From wildlife-filled savannahs and dynamic urban centres to the most alluring beaches, the East African country offers the perfect getaways for one to wallow in from the hurly-burly of daily activities. Let’s dive into the spots; TURKANA Popularly […]
3 suspected bandits killed after shootout with police in Turkana
Police have killed three suspected bandits in Kangalita in Kalemnyang, Turkana County after a heated exchange of fire. According to the National Police Service (NPS), two of the suspects, aged 37 and 39, had previous criminal records which included killing a police officer three years ago. “Yesterday 30/3/2024, a shootout between NPS Officers from Loima […]
Detectives apprehend illegal firearms trader in Turkana
Turkana-based detectives have apprehended a man involved in the illicit trade of firearms within the County. The suspect, identified as Moses Lokisha, aged 24, was taken into custody after an undercover police officer posed as a potential buyer for an AK47 rifle. The successful operation was conducted by the ‘No Guns for Gangs’ team in […]
Former Turkana CEC member arrested over alleged forgery of academic certificates
Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) have arrested former County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Turkana Benson Logiel Lokwang over alleged forgery of degree and diploma certificates. EACC arrested Lokwang in his residential house in Turkana. After his arrest on their way to Lodwar Central Police Station, the sleuths encountered a group of […]