Ruto Delivering for North Eastern: Duale Hails Airstrip Upgrade and New Tana River Bridge as Game-Changers for Garissa
GARISSA— Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has praised President William Ruto’s deliberate focus on equitable development, saying once-marginalized regions like North Eastern are steadily being transformed into hubs of opportunity. Speaking on the ongoing infrastructure push in Garissa County, Duale highlighted two flagship projects that underscore the government’s commitment to
Government Intensifies Crackdown on SHA Fraud: 12 Hospitals Closed, Five Counties Flagged as Hotspots
GARISSA— Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced the closure of 12 health facilities since March 30 over alleged serious fraud in the Social Health Authority (SHA) system, vowing a relentless pursuit to safeguard public resources meant for ordinary citizens, civil servants, teachers, police, and prison officers. Speaking on Saturday
Celebrating Women Leading Healthcare at Garissa Referral Hospital
GARISSA— Women healthcare professionals at Garissa County Teaching and Referral Hospital play a vital role in delivering quality medical services and strengthening healthcare access across Garissa County. From specialized treatment to surgical care and maternal health services, women at the hospital continue to lead in key departments, providing frontline care
EALA MP Falhada Dekow Condemns Armed Attack on Youth Sports Event in Garissa, Points Finger at Nominated MP Umi Harun
GARISSA — East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Falhada Dekow has condemned a “violent” incident that disrupted a youth empowerment tournament in Garissa, accusing nominated MP Umi Harun of mobilizing armed goons to intimidate her and derail the event. The disturbance occurred on Friday, March 20, at Kunaso
Garissa Referral Hospital Calls for Early Screening on World Kidney Day
The Chief Executive Officer of Garissa County Teaching and Referral Hospital, Mahat Salah, has called on residents to prioritize kidney health through regular screening and healthy lifestyles as the world marked World Kidney Day 2026. Mr. Salah noted that kidney disease remains a growing public health concern, often progressing silently
Garissa Referral Hospital Hails Decade of Community Iftar Initiative
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Garissa County Teaching and Referral Hospital, Mr. Hussein Basheey Ahmed, has commended the Garissa Muslim Youth Organization for its sustained humanitarian efforts through a long-running free Iftar programme at the institution. Iftar — the daily meal that breaks the fast during the holy month
Suspected State Agents Behind Daring Abduction in Garissa: MP Demands Urgent Probe as One Man Remains Missing
NAIROBI— Nominated Member of Parliament Umulkher Harun Mohamed has called for an immediate investigation into the alleged abduction of two men in Hulugho, Garissa County, on the night of February 6, 2026, raising serious concerns over possible involvement of state security officers. In a statement the MP described the incident
Hajir Mohamed Unveils TALASAME Manifesto, Pledging ‘Service Delivery for Every Home’
NAIROBI—Abakaile Ward Member of County Assembly and former Garissa County Executive Committee member Hajir Mohamed has presented his application and 2027 manifesto to the Auwliyahan Professionals, outlining an ambitious governance and development agenda ahead of the next general election. The presentation, held as part of his bid for the Garissa
Fact-Check: Former Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Statements
BY: Siyad Jimale Amin Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua must clearly direct his criticisms toward specific institutions or individuals rather than conflating unrelated issues. He should clarify whether his grievances are with governors and MPs from Northern Kenya, the Ministry of Education, the Somali community, or concerns over the prudent
Northern Kenya Leaders Rebuke Gachagua: Region ‘Underdeveloped by Policy Design,’ Not Leadership Failure
WAJIR— Pastoralist leaders have sharply criticised former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his recent claims that Northeastern Kenya leaders looted over Sh1 trillion in devolution funds since 2013 while failing to develop local schools. The leaders argue that the region’s underdevelopment stems from deliberate post-independence policies, not greed or incompetence.
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