Profile: The Historic Journey of Hon. Sophia Abdi Noor, Northern Kenya’s First Elected Woman MP
On August 8, 2017, a seismic shift occurred in Kenya’s political landscape. In the arid expanses of Ijara Constituency in Garissa County, a region deeply rooted in conservative pastoralist traditions, Sophia Abdi Noor etched her name into the annals of history. By garnering 6,001 votes and defeating the incumbent male
Former Ijara MP Sophia Abdi Noor Urges Equal Opportunities for Women and Girls at Garissa Devolution Week
GARISSA— Former Ijara Constituency Member of Parliament Sophia Abdi Noor has called for renewed commitment to inclusive development, gender equality and the protection of girls during the 4th Devolution Sensitization Week held in Garissa County. Speaking at the event, Mrs Sophia, the first woman elected Member of Parliament from Northern
TIFA Poll: Aden Duale Emerges as Top Political Influencer in Kenya’s Somali Community
NAIROBI— A new TIFA Research survey has ranked Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale as the most influential political figure among Kenya’s Somali community, with 44% of Somali respondents who recognise a community leader identifying him as the person they look to for political direction and guidance. The findings form
Siyad Foundation Founder Haji Siyad Abdalla, EBS,MBS,OGW Congratulates North Eastern Region Schools Sports Champions
TAKABA – Entrepreneur and Founder of the Siyad Foundation, Haji Siyad Abdalla, EBS,MBS,OGW has extended warm congratulations to the winners and participants of the North Eastern Region Secondary Schools Sports Championships 2026, which concluded successfully in Takaba, Mandera County, from July 20th to 22nd. In an official statement, Haji Siyad Abdalla
HARN Links Rising Tensions in Garissa to Grassroots Leadership Vacuum in Northeastern Kenya
GARISSA — The Horizon Analysts and Researchers Network (HARN) has attributed the escalating tensions in Garissa and parts of Northeastern Kenya to a deepening leadership vacuum at the grassroots level, following the alleged shooting of a taxi driver by a police officer. In a press statement released today, HARN expressed
Seasoned Disaster Management Expert Dr. Omar Jibril Mohamed Throws Hat into Ring for Mandera North MP Seat in 2027
MANDERA— Dr. Omar Jibril Mohamed, a respected professional with over two decades of experience in disaster management, public health, and sustainable development, has officially announced his bid for the Mandera North parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Elections. The announcement marks Dr. Omar’s renewed push for the constituency, where he
‘ The Beautiful Ugly Village’: Raw Portrait of Mandera’s Pain, Resilience, and Unbreakable Spirit
MANDERA– In a powerful new book that refuses to shy away from uncomfortable truths, author Abdinoor Maalim (popularly known as Samir) has unveiled the complex soul of Mandera County through his debut work, “The Beautiful Ugly Village – Mandera”. Set for release in April, the book offers a haunting yet
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
City Lawyer Ahmednasir Meets His Match, Becomes a Lone Prominent Figure in Rigathi Gachagua’s Corner
In what many Kenyans have described as an attempt to reclaim political relevance after his impeachment, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has tried to position himself as the champion of Northern Kenya, levelling serious corruption allegations against elected leaders from the region. Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi was the first prominent
Mandera North MP Disburses Ksh. 40M Bursary, Commissions New School Facilities in Rhamu
MANDERA— Mandera North Member of Parliament Bashir Abdullahi marked a landmark day for education in his constituency on Friday by launching the disbursement of Ksh. 40 million in NG-CDF bursary funds for the 2025/2026 financial year and later commissioning two major school infrastructure projects in Rhamu town. Speaking during the
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