Author: Hussein Haji

Ex-CS Muturi slams presidential panel on victims’ compensation
Muturi argued that justice for victims cannot be outsourced to presidential committees, stressing that such panels lack legal authority and budgetary...

Kenya signs landmark MoU with US State of Nebraska
The agreement was signed at State House in Nairobi on Tuesday by Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs, Roseline Njogu, and Nebraska Secret...

Kenya disburses Sh294m to drought-hit households in arid north
NDMA CEO Lt. Col. (Rtd) Hared Adan urged households with payment delays to update details at nearby banks to access stipends.

Al-Islaah Justice Centre unveiled in Garissa to boost access to justice
The Al-Islaah Justice Centre—named after the Arabic word for “reconciliation”—is designed to foster dialogue, healing, and social cohesion.

Egyptian military delegation in Mogadishu ahead of troop deployment to AUSSOM
The entry of Egyptian forces into the AUSSOM mission is being closely watched, given fears that regional rivalries could spill into the Somali theater

Governor Khalif calls for respect of Kenyan sovereignty following border clashes
According to Governor Khalif, some of the combatants had been hosted within the Kenyan territory.

Governor Jama hails transformation of Garissa health sector
Jama cited multi-million shilling investments that have turned local hospitals into centres of excellence.

Young Kenyans turn to traditional diets for modern wellness
Suleiman is part of a growing number of young Kenyans embracing traditional pastoral diets in search of health, identity and sustainability

Two senior Jubaland commanders killed as clashes erupt in Gedo region
Colonel Hussein Ali Hashi, widely known as Hussein Giif, and Commander Farhan Odowaa were killed on Monday when heavily armed federal troops targeted...

Urgent call for Mpox vaccines as Mombasa reports increased cases
The coastal city has emerged as the epicentre of Kenya’s outbreak

DP Kindiki pledges accelerated development in northern counties
Kindiki on Tuesday pledged a renewed push to bridge long-standing regional inequalities

Ruto unveils new youth empowerment initiatives, launches “Kuna Form” portal
President Ruto said the government was implementing “bold, strategic, intentional, and multi-pronged” programmes to boost youth employment

Senator Roba accuses Gachagua of peddling falsehoods over Ruto's Mandera visit
Former DP Gachagua had alleged that during his visit to Mandera, President Ruto held undisclosed meetings with unidentified individuals

Garissa leaders urge parents to protect children from crime
Garissa County Police Commander Moses Ambasa warned that the region was witnessing a troubling rise in crimes perpetrated by young people

Garissa County unveils landmark county assembly complex
Governor Jama described the new facility as a lasting symbol of Garissa’s democratic growth

Three injured in Modogashe motorcycle crash, one referred to Nairobi for special...
Local authorities confirmed that the victims were rushed to Garissa County Referral Hospital following the incident

Kenyan Muslim groups launch tree-planting drive in solidarity with Palestinians
They unveiled the campaign in Nairobi on Thursday, with a focus on supporting reforestation efforts in Kenya and delivering aid to Palestinians.

200 displaced families fleeing Somalia conflict shelter in Mandera
Speaking during a visit to the displacement site, Abdinoor Ole Hussein, Chairman of the Kenya Red Cross North Eastern Region, confirmed the interventi...

Renewed clashes erupt in Somalia’s Beled Hawo region
The fighting reignited longstanding tensions between federal forces and troops loyal to the Jubbaland administration.

Islamic Cooperation pledges stronger support as Somalia showcases security gains
Officials at the meeting praised the country’s progress in stability, governance, and reform.

Probe into Suuq Mugdi fire begins as Gov't allocates Sh500 million for reconstru...
Garissa County Commissioner, Mohamed Mwabudzo, confirmed that a team from the DCI has already collected samples from the burnt-out market to determine...

Medics tackling mental health illnesses in Northern Kenya through awareness
According to Dr. Mohamed Adan Hillow, the only psychiatrist in Northern Kenya stationed at Garissa County Referral Hospital, understanding the signs a...

Work to begin on Garissa's Burburis–Bula Madina Road after handover
The 1.3-kilometer road will be fully tarmacked and will include proper drainage systems and pedestrian walkways to improve mobility and safety for roa...

UN Chief alarmed by escalating violence in Suweida, Syria
In a statement issued Thursday, the UN chief condemned the violence, calling it a "brutal escalation" that continues to displace and harm innocent peo...

Human trafficking flagged as major barrier to education access in Wajir
Muhumed urged stakeholders to develop urgent strategies to combat migration-related exploitation.

Security agencies link criminal syndicates to unresolved murders in Garissa and...
Northeastern Regional Commissioner John Otieno said investigations have established a connection between criminal activities in Garissa and Madogo, wh...

Two killed in suspected Al-Shabaab IED attack in Garissa County
Authorities suspect the attack was carried out by Al-Shabaab militants, who continue to pose a serious security threat in the region.

Somalia, Ethiopia unite to boost youth jobs and skills
The partnership aims to enhance youth employment, skills development, and labour market integration across the Horn of Africa.

Watchman killed in attack at Garissa school
The two night guards were on duty when the attackers struck. One of them sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at Ga...

Muslim Bikers UK bring aid to Garissa communities in cross-country humanitarian...
The delegation was received by Garissa County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Livestock and Agriculture, Milgo Keinan, and the Director of Donor...

IMF approves $10 million for Somalia under economic reform program
The funds are part of Somalia’s ongoing economic reform program supported by the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).

24 counties rollout digital health integrated system
The system is a key digital innovation aimed at enhancing the delivery of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through the Taifa Care programme.