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Fear grips Isiolo as Kenya Power staff, child murdered
Residents of Isiolo County are in shock following two separate tragic incidents that have left the community mourning, raising concerns over rising insecurity in the area.
By Bruno Mutunga 25 days ago
Fear grips Isiolo as Kenya Power staff, child murdered
Isiolo teachers take to the streets after murder of colleague
The teachers said the late Gatobu Mwirigi was shot and stabbed by suspected bandits while on his way home from School on Wednesday evening.
By Bruno Mutunga 2 months ago
Isiolo teachers take to the streets after murder of colleague
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
Security agencies have recovered 18 illegal firearms and hundreds of stolen livestock during an intensified multi-agency crackdown in Isiolo County targeting armed criminal networks.
By Bruno Mutunga 2 months ago
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
Patriarchal leadership structures and entrenched clan-based politics continue to restrict women’s participation in elective leadership in Northern Kenya.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
The residents say their fundamental rights have been ignored as Bori remains without clean water, a functional health facility, passable roads, or mobile and internet connectivity.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
Fear grips Isiolo as Kenya Power staff, child murdered
Residents of Isiolo County are in shock following two separate tragic incidents that have left the community mourning, raising concerns over rising insecurity in the area.
By Bruno Mutunga 25 days ago
Fear grips Isiolo as Kenya Power staff, child murdered
Isiolo teachers take to the streets after murder of colleague
The teachers said the late Gatobu Mwirigi was shot and stabbed by suspected bandits while on his way home from School on Wednesday evening.
By Bruno Mutunga 2 months ago
Isiolo teachers take to the streets after murder of colleague
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
Security agencies have recovered 18 illegal firearms and hundreds of stolen livestock during an intensified multi-agency crackdown in Isiolo County targeting armed criminal networks.
By Bruno Mutunga 2 months ago
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
Patriarchal leadership structures and entrenched clan-based politics continue to restrict women’s participation in elective leadership in Northern Kenya.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
The residents say their fundamental rights have been ignored as Bori remains without clean water, a functional health facility, passable roads, or mobile and internet connectivity.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
Fear grips Isiolo as Kenya Power staff, child murdered
Residents of Isiolo County are in shock following two separate tragic incidents that have left the community mourning, raising concerns over rising insecurity in the area.
By Bruno Mutunga 25 days ago
Fear grips Isiolo as Kenya Power staff, child murdered
Isiolo teachers take to the streets after murder of colleague
The teachers said the late Gatobu Mwirigi was shot and stabbed by suspected bandits while on his way home from School on Wednesday evening.
By Bruno Mutunga 2 months ago
Isiolo teachers take to the streets after murder of colleague
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
Security agencies have recovered 18 illegal firearms and hundreds of stolen livestock during an intensified multi-agency crackdown in Isiolo County targeting armed criminal networks.
By Bruno Mutunga 2 months ago
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
Patriarchal leadership structures and entrenched clan-based politics continue to restrict women’s participation in elective leadership in Northern Kenya.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
The residents say their fundamental rights have been ignored as Bori remains without clean water, a functional health facility, passable roads, or mobile and internet connectivity.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
Security agencies have recovered 18 illegal firearms and hundreds of stolen livestock during an intensified multi-agency crackdown in Isiolo County targeting armed criminal networks.
By Bruno Mutunga 2 months ago
Security teams recover 18 guns, hundreds of stolen livestock in Isiolo crackdown
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
Patriarchal leadership structures and entrenched clan-based politics continue to restrict women's participation in elective leadership in Northern Kenya.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
How Northern Kenya is breaking patriarchal norms in elective leadership
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
The residents say their fundamental rights have been ignored as Bori remains without clean water, a functional health facility, passable roads, or mobile and internet connectivity.
By Bruno Mutunga 3 months ago
No water, no hospital, no network: Bori residents face displacement over neglect
UDA MPs urge Borana elders to back late MP's son in Isiolo South by-election
UDA legislators have called on Borana elders to rally behind Mohamed Tubi Jnr, the son of the late Isiolo South MP Mohamed Tubi, in the upcoming by-election on the party's ticket.
By Bruno Mutunga 4 months ago
UDA MPs urge Borana elders to back late MP's son in Isiolo South by-election
Isiolo banks on Eco-Champions to empower communities on conservation
The Eco-Champions movement, which was launched on December 10, 2025, aims to rejuvenate the environment and empower local communities.
By Bruno Mutunga 4 months ago
Isiolo banks on Eco-Champions to empower communities on conservation
First museum of Samburu culture unveiled amid calls to preserve traditions
The unveiling of this museum comes at a time when there are growing calls for the younger generation to embrace their cultural heritage and safeguard it for future generations.
By Bruno Mutunga 4 months ago
First museum of Samburu culture unveiled amid calls to preserve traditions
Isiolo pushes for inclusive healthcare as women and girls with disabilities demand better services
Women and girls living with disabilities in Isiolo County continue to face major barriers in accessing essential services, particularly medical and reproductive healthcare.
By Bruno Mutunga 5 months ago
Isiolo pushes for inclusive healthcare as women and girls with disabilities demand better services
Isiolo women with disabilities fight for accessible reproductive healthcare
Women and girls living with disabilities in Isiolo County continue to face significant challenges, especially when accessing essential services such as medical and reproductive health care.
By Bruno Mutunga 5 months ago
Isiolo women with disabilities fight for accessible reproductive healthcare
Isiolo faces rapid loss of acacia trees amid human pressure and climate change
Isiolo County, located in Kenya's arid and semi-arid region, is facing a dramatic decline in its vital acacia tree cover.
By Bruno Mutunga 5 months ago
Isiolo faces rapid loss of acacia trees amid human pressure and climate change
Suspected explosives recovered in Isiolo
Community leaders are urging the national government to sweep the village for other explosives and to conduct awareness campaigns.
By Bruno Mutunga 6 months ago
Suspected explosives recovered in Isiolo
Youths benefit from TVET Mashinani programe in Isiolo
More than 100 underprivileged youth from Isiolo County now have a new lease on life after receiving full scholarships under the newly launched TVET Mashinani programme,
By Bruno Mutunga 6 months ago
Youths benefit from TVET Mashinani programe in Isiolo
Union commends Isiolo county for public health reforms
Isiolo County has received accolades from KEHPHPU for strengthening healthcare services and prioritising preventive measures.
By Bruno Mutunga 6 months ago
Union commends Isiolo county for public health reforms
Police launch toll-free emergency hotline to boost security in Isiolo
The hotline will be available 24 hours a day, providing the public with a reliable means of reporting crimes, seeking emergency support, and receiving timely intervention from security personnel.
By Bruno Mutunga 7 months ago
Police launch toll-free emergency hotline to boost security in Isiolo
Ex-deputy governor says road project to unlock Isiolo's economic potential
Former Isiolo Deputy Governor Mohamed Guleid has called on residents to rally behind the Isiolo-Mandera road project, expected to unlock the economic potential of the region.
By Bruno Mutunga 7 months ago
Ex-deputy governor says road project to unlock Isiolo's economic potential
Elders urge Judiciary, EACC to intervene in Isiolo governance crisisoff
Isiolo elders and residents have called on relevant institutions to urgently address the governance and legal crisis in the county, days after the failed impeachment of Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo.
By Bruno Mutunga 7 months ago
Elders urge Judiciary, EACC to intervene in Isiolo governance crisisoff
Gender commission launches study to boost girls' education in marginalized areas
The Kenya National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has rolled out a nationwide study to assess the status of girls' education in minority and marginalized communities.
By Bruno Mutunga 8 months ago
Gender commission launches study to boost girls' education in marginalized areas
Family demands action as whereabouts of missing Isiolo County official remains unknown
Abdrahama was reported missing on July 17, 2025, under mysterious circumstances.
By Bruno Mutunga 8 months ago
Family demands action as whereabouts of missing Isiolo County official remains unknown
Catholic women protest against insecurity in Isiolo
A woman was shot dead at her home in Kambi ya Juu village and her two dairy cows left with gunshots a week ago.
By Bruno Mutunga 8 months ago
Catholic women protest against insecurity in Isiolo
Isiolo tensions rise as Ruto meets delegation backing ousted speaker
Leaders allied to Governor Abdi Guyo have criticised the visit, accusing the delegation of prioritising personal political interests over the needs of Isiolo residents.
By Bruno Mutunga 9 months ago
Isiolo tensions rise as Ruto meets delegation backing ousted speaker
Women in beadwork donate Sh4.6 million to aid in environmental conservation
Women in the beadworks sector in the four counties of Laikipia, Isiolo, Samburu and Marsabit have issued a donation of over Kshs 4.6 Million to aid in environmental conservation.
By Bruno Mutunga 9 months ago
Women in beadwork donate Sh4.6 million to aid in environmental conservation
Woman and four children burnt alive in Isiolo arson attack over love triangle
Residents of Bulapesa area in the outskirts of Isiolo town woke up to shocking news of a woman and her four children had been burnt alive in their home.
By Bruno Mutunga 9 months ago
Woman and four children burnt alive in Isiolo arson attack over love triangle
Isiolo residents cautioned against seeking unprofessional veterinary services
Isiolo livestock keepers have been warned against purchasing veterinary drugs over the counter and treating sick animals by themselves.
By Bruno Mutunga 10 months ago
Isiolo residents cautioned against seeking unprofessional veterinary services
Police probe Isiolo shooting, vandalism after Governor Guyo impeachment chaos
Police in Isiolo have launched investigations into a shooting incident and acts of vandalism that occurred at the Isiolo County Assembly during Thursday's impeachment motion.
By Bruno Mutunga 10 months ago
Police probe Isiolo shooting, vandalism after Governor Guyo impeachment chaos
Somali elders, professionals urge arbitration as Isiolo impeachment battle intensifies
Somali community elders and professionals in Isiolo advocate for arbitration to resolve Governor Guyo's impeachment tussle.
By Bruno Mutunga 10 months ago
Somali elders, professionals urge arbitration as Isiolo impeachment battle intensifies
Nyeri court reinstates Isiolo clerk, halts Assembly power play
Court blocks Isiolo clerk's removal amid governor impeachment tussle.
By Bruno Mutunga 10 months ago
Nyeri court reinstates Isiolo clerk, halts Assembly power play
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