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Order a long-term news report on Isiolo County
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The Standard
Malka Bisanadi Group chairlady Makai Mamo and member Habiba Halake thatch a traditional Borana manyatta as part of the expansion of Malka Cultural Village near Kinna Town in Isiolo County. …
From experiment to huge earnings: Borana traditional huts that net income for localsThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize Armed bandits struck Isiolo County, once again, on July 31, 2026, killing two people and making off with over 700 head of goats and sheep. …
Murkomen must stop playing politics and end North Rift terrorThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeTwo people have been killed and hundreds of goats and sheep stolen following a bandit attack at a village in Isiolo County. …
Bandits kill two, drive away goatsCapital News
… The committee is investigating audit queries relating to Isiolo County’s financial statements for the 2024/25 financial year after auditors complained they had received incomplete documentation from the county, making it difficult to proceed with the audit review. …
IG Kanja Directed to Arrest Governor Guyo Over Audit SnubCitizen Digital
… 5, 2026 01:19 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize In a boost to healthcare and social welfare for older persons, Mama Ibado Charity has opened the Wazee Wetu Centre in Bula Pesa, Isiolo County …
Mama Ibado Charity opens elderly care centre to support vulnerable seniors in IsioloThe Standard
… Human remains later discovered on the outskirts of Isiolo are suspected to be his, although DNA tests have yet to confirm the identity.Isiolo County Police Commander Joshua Sang visited the demonstrators and assured residents that investigations into Lichira's killing were ongoin …
Protest over insecurity after Isiolo businesswoman is killed, rider injuredThe Standard
… Elsewhere in Isiolo County, detectives are probing the fatal shooting of 26-year-old herder Jaro Katelo Elema, who was reportedly attacked while grazing livestock in Gotu during a suspected stock theft incident.Police said the deceased sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the che …
Police probe lawyer's death in Athi RiverCapital News
… She was followed by Rukia Abdi of Garbatulla Girls Secondary School in Isiolo County and Angel Wangari of AIC Morop Girls Senior School in Nakuru County. …
Kilifi Student Wins National NACADA Essay Competition on Drug Abuse PreventionCitizen Digital
… Faith Munyazi Wugoma of Helping Hands Senior School won the competition, while Rukia Abdi, a Form 4 student at Garbatulla Girls Secondary School in Isiolo County, finished second. …
Grade 10 student from Kilifi wins NACADA national essay competition on drug abuse preventionThe Standard
On the night of May 21, 2026, Moi, a 30-year-old elephant bull, crossed Oldonyiro town in Isiolo County en route to Naibunga Conservancy in Laikipia County. …
Great elephant exodus: Racing Drought Across Northern KenyaWomen aged 40 and above in Isiolo County are turning to physical exercise and peer support through the Isiolo Women Mental Health and Fitness Network to manage the mental and physical challenges of menopause, calling for greater community understanding of the stage of life.
23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Women aged 40 and above in Isiolo County are turning to physical exercise and peer support through the Isiolo Women Mental Health and Fitness Network to manage the mental and physical challenges of menopause, calling for greater community understanding of the stage of life.
23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
MAFA Academy from Isiolo County and MSF Starlets from Machakos County were crowned Safaricom Chapa Dimba Eastern Region champions in the boys' and girls' categories respectively, with MAFA defeating Mkinduri Lockstar 8-0 and MSF Starlets beating Royal Queens Academy 3-1 in regional finals at Moi Stadium in Embu County.
4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A multi-agency security operation in Samburu County aimed at recovering stolen livestock and curbing banditry resulted in the killing of hundreds of livestock, triggering protests and calls for investigation from local leaders and residents. The operation followed violent incidents across the Samburu-Isiolo border in which two ASTU officers, a National Police Reservist, and two civilians were killed.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Residents of Losea in Samburu East have alleged that government security personnel killed more than 100 livestock during an ongoing security operation. Samburu East MCA Kelvin Lemantan called for the operation to be reviewed, saying security forces should focus on suspected criminals rather than ordinary residents and their property.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
Elders from the Ndorobo community in Leparua, Isiolo County, have raised concerns over increasing insecurity and road closures in the ward, citing livestock theft and attacks on community members. They called on national government security agencies and local leaders to intervene and ensure equal protection and stronger engagement with the community.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
Suspected bandits launched a daytime ambush in Nyachis, Isiolo County on Wednesday, shooting a National Police Reservist officer escorting Safaricom technicians to a telecommunications site. The attack follows a raid in the Gotu area a week earlier in which bandits killed five people including two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers, an NPR officer, and two civilians.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Suspected bandits launched a daytime ambush in Nyachis, Isiolo County on Wednesday, shooting dead a National Police Reservist officer who was escorting Safaricom technicians to a telecommunications site. The attack follows a raid in the Gotu area a week prior that killed five people, including two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers, an NPR officer, and two civilians.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority has condemned a series of attacks and killings targeting police officers across Kenya, saying the deaths undermine public safety and confidence in policing. IPOA called on the National Police Service to strengthen policing strategies and ensure officers are supported by evidence-based approaches.
23 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority has opened an investigation into the death of Dennis Aremo Osiemo, who died while in custody at Narumoru Police Station on September 20, 2026. Osiemo had been arrested by DCI officers on September 18 in connection with an assault case, and an autopsy will take place with IPOA investigators and his family present.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
An armed bandit attack in Gotu, Isiolo County killed five people—two police officers, a National Police Reservist, and two civilians—while pursuing cattle theft suspects. Political leaders including the Governor and Senator called on the Interior Cabinet Secretary and Inspector General to intensify security operations in the area.
18 September 2026 · The Standard →
Five people, including two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers and a National Police Reserve member, were killed when armed bandits ambushed a security team pursuing suspected livestock thieves in Gotu, Isiolo County on Wednesday. The attack has heightened concerns over cattle rustling and banditry in the region.
16 September 2026 · Capital News →
Two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers, a National Police Reserve member, and two civilians were killed after an armed group ambushed a team pursuing suspected livestock thieves in Gotu, Isiolo County on Wednesday morning. The attack has prompted renewed calls for stronger security measures in the area.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
Bandits ambushed a police search team at Gotu grazing field in Isiolo County on Wednesday, killing five people: two police officers (a senior officer and a constable driver), a livestock farmer, and two National Police Reservists. The team had been searching for a missing elderly man when they were attacked near the Lososia-Merti and Gotu-Merti road junction.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
KANU chairman Gideon Moi has called for immediate government intervention and security deployment in Gotu, Isiolo County, after five people—two ASTU police officers, a National Police Reserve member, and two civilians—were killed in a bandit ambush on Wednesday. The group was pursuing suspected livestock thieves when attacked, with assailants also stealing livestock; Moi urged security agencies to work with local leaders to restore calm and prevent retaliation.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
The government has launched a Sh2.1 billion preparedness plan to protect livestock farmers and pastoral communities from anticipated El Niño effects, targeting 24 flood-prone and livestock-rich counties. The largest share of funds will go towards vaccines, veterinary medicines, and emergency response equipment to help farmers act before disasters occur.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
The government has rolled out a Ksh.2.1 billion National Livestock Sector El Niño Preparedness and Anticipatory Action Plan targeting 24 flood-prone and high livestock population counties. Ksh.1.5 billion will fund vaccines, veterinary medicines and mobile clinics to prevent disease outbreaks like Rift Valley Fever, with remaining funds supporting livestock markets, water points and feed reserves.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fouzia Hared, 40, has been appointed as the first woman to head the Ewaso Ng'iro North River Basin Development Authority (ENNDA), rising from Accounts Assistant to Director of Corporate Services after 18 years with the institution. She holds degrees in Business Administration, Financial Management, and an MBA in Finance specialising in Finance.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
A fire in Mabatini area, Bulapesa Ward, Isiolo County, has claimed the lives of two young children, leaving the community in a somber mood.
5 September 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen defended the security advisory that led Linda Mwananchi leaders to call off a rally in Homa Bay on August 16, stating that political leaders have a responsibility to heed warnings from security agencies when conditions threaten lives. Murkomen said county and regional security teams advised organisers at about 6pm to cancel the final rally due to darkness and reported incidents of violence, during which a police officer was killed and several people were injured.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Wildlife species populations at Samburu National Reserve, including elands, lesser kudus, African wild dogs, Grevy's zebras and elephants, have declined significantly over the past decade as human encroachment and climate change reshape the region. Conservationists say expanding settlements and agriculture are blocking traditional migration corridors and disrupting animal movement.
10 August 2026 · The Standard →
In 2008, a group of unemployed young people built traditional Borana manyattas near Meru National Park, betting that tourists would pay to experience their culture. The venture has since expanded into Malka Cultural Village near Kinna Town in Isiolo County.
5 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Standard editorial criticises Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen for focusing on pursuing politicians over inflammatory utterances while insecurity persists across the North Rift, Eastern Kenya, and border zones, with armed bandits continuing attacks in Isiolo, Samburu, and Meru counties despite his visits and promises.
4 August 2026 · The Standard →
Two people were killed and nearly 700 goats and sheep stolen in a bandit raid on Garse Dabata village in Isiolo County on Friday evening. By Saturday, 180 of the stolen animals had been recovered, and the County Police Commander said security forces were pursuing the attackers across the Ewaso Nyiro River.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee has resolved to direct the Inspector General of Police to arrest and produce Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo before senators on August 6, accusing him of repeatedly defying summons to explain audit queries after he skipped a Monday session and sent a last-minute reschedule request.
27 July 2026 · Capital News →
Mama Ibado Charity has opened the Wazee Wetu Centre in Bula Pesa, Isiolo County, a facility providing integrated healthcare, nutrition, psychosocial support and social interaction for vulnerable senior citizens. The centre addresses challenges including food insecurity, limited healthcare access and social isolation among Kenya's ageing population.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hundreds of traders and residents in Isiolo staged demonstrations on Tuesday after businesswoman Kananu Angelina Lichira was shot dead by unknown gunmen on Monday evening as she left her shop. Protesters barricaded the Isiolo–Moyale Highway, demanding swift investigations, arrests, and enhanced security, citing rising violent crime in the county.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Detectives have launched investigations into the killing of Edward Kariuki Muthee, a 30-year-old High Court advocate, whose body was found outside Strawberry Estate in Athi River, Machakos County, on Sunday morning. The body bore a cut above the right eye and a deep wound at the back of the head, and police said the motive remains unknown with no arrests made.
6 July 2026 · The Standard →
Faith Munyazi Wugoma, a Grade 10 student from Helping Hands Senior School in Kilifi, won the 2026 National Senior School Essay Writing Competition on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention, beating more than 1,100 entrants. The NACADA-organized competition formed part of the government's campaign against substance abuse among young people.
2 July 2026 · Capital News →
Faith Munyazi Wugoma of Helping Hands Senior School won the 2026 National Senior School Essay Writing Competition on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention, topping 1,153 entries from 132 schools across 39 counties. The competition, organised by NACADA under the theme "Protecting Our Future: Making Drug-Free Choices in School and Beyond," is part of government efforts to strengthen substance abuse prevention among young people.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
On May 21, 2026, a 30-year-old elephant bull named Moi crossed Oldonyiro town in Isiolo County while moving at high speed to avoid human contact, as monitored by Save The Elephants research camp in Samburu National Reserve.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →