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Isiolo County Launches Public Participation to Finalize 2025/2026 Budget

Isiolo County has initiated fresh public participation forums after the High Court flagged procedural gaps in the 2025/2026 budget process. While the ruling focused solely on constitutional requirements—not the budget’s content, county operations remain protected under the Public Finance Management Act as leaders move to correct the issues within the Court’s three-month directive.

Ali Edin
November 15, 2025

Counties National

Isiolo Woman Representative Rolls Out KSh 19 Million Empowerment Drive

Hon. Mumina Bonaya leads a major empowerment forum in Isiolo, disbursing over KSh 12.22 million to community groups. Governor Guyo later supports the initiative with KSh 6 million to widen the impact.

Ali Edin
November 8, 2025

Counties National

Isiolo County Sets New Climate Agenda as ASREP Africa Pushes Evidence, Justice and Indigenous Voices

Isiolo County is reshaping climate governance by placing evidence, justice and Indigenous voices at the center of decision making. A strategic session with ASREP Africa signals a shift toward locally led solutions in Kenya’s ASAL region.

Ali Edin
November 4, 2025

Counties National

‘I Can See Again’: Isiolo’s Eye Surgery Drive Restores Sight and Hope

Hundreds of residents from Garbatulla Sub-County in Isiolo have regained their sight through a free cataract surgery campaign launched at the newly established Eye Unit in Garbatulla Level 4 Hospital. The initiative, supported by Operation Eye Sight Universal and Johnson & Johnson, marks a major milestone in Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo’s mission to deliver accessible, specialized healthcare to all corners of Isiolo County.

Ali Edin
October 27, 2025

National Politics

Surviving the Coup: How Governor Guyo Reclaimed Leadership Through Unity

When a well-orchestrated plan threatened to topple his administration, Governor Abdi Guyo faced his toughest political test yet. Instead of retaliating, he turned to the law, strategy, and dialogue, transforming an impeachment crisis into a defining moment of leadership and unity for Isiolo County.

Ali Edin
October 21, 2025

National Politics

Governor Guyo Honors Raila Odinga’s Legacy, Calls for Unity Among Isiolo Leaders

Governor Abdi Guyo honored Raila Odinga’s legacy during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Ngaremara, urging Isiolo leaders to unite and serve with integrity.

Ali Edin
October 20, 2025

Africa National

Kenya Mourns Raila Odinga: Tributes from Across Africa

NAIROBI, Kenya – Raila Odinga’s death in India has plunged Kenya into…

Lakicha
October 15, 2025

National

Wajir Governor Abdullahi Secures Second Term at Helm of CoG.

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi has been re-elected as Chairman of the Council of Governors, with Mutahi Kahiga retaining his role as Vice Chair, as the council sets its agenda for the new term.

Ali Edin
October 6, 2025

Business Counties National

Isiolo’s Long-Awaited Export Abattoir Edges Closer to Reality

After years of stalled promises, Isiolo’s long-awaited export abattoir is finally nearing completion. With Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan’s administration injecting resources and global partners backing the project, pastoralists see the facility as more than infrastructure, it is a lifeline that could restore dignity and transform livelihoods across northern Kenya.

Ali Edin
September 19, 2025

National

Safaricom Foundation and Counties Partner to Transform Maternal Health in Kenya

Safaricom Foundation, in partnership with County Governments, is transforming maternal healthcare across Kenya by constructing and equipping maternity wings. In Isiolo, a soon-to-be completed maternity unit highlights this collaboration, adding to earlier support such as equipment for Oldonyiro Health Centre and telemedicine initiatives. With research-driven projects and MOUs that secure County Government commitment, these partnerships are saving lives and building lasting healthcare systems.