Governor's press service -Isiolo County

04/03/2026

18/09/2025

Three new County Executive Committee Members were sworn in today in a colorful ceremony at the Isiolo Municipal Grounds.

The new members are: Luqman Ahmed, appointed to the Finance and Economic Planning docket, Guracha Kikuyu, who will head the Department of Water, Environment, and Climate Change and Hussein Jirmo Katelo, for Lands, Transport, and Physical Planning.

The swearing-in ceremony, administered by County Attorney Hashim Mohamed Abdi, was graced by Dr. James Lowasa Deputy Governor , Dade Boru County Secretary , and all other CECMs.

This event follows the Isiolo County Assembly's approval of Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan's nominees.

29/03/2025

Taqabbalallahu Minna Wa Minkum!

Eid Mubarak to all Muslims in Isiolo and beyond! As we come together to celebrate this special day, may it bring you joy, peace, and countless blessings.

May your homes be filled with love, your hearts with gratitude, and your days with happiness.

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and fulfilling Eid.

05/03/2025

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Under the visionary leadership of Governor Abdi Guyo, Isiolo County is experiencing remarkable development! Major investments in infrastructure, healthcare, and economic empowerment are transforming lives and driving growth.

We're murraming 38 key roads, constructing bridges like Ngare Ndare to connect communities, ensuring seamless access to markets and essential services. Improved water systems with solar-powered boreholes are delivering clean water to homes and farms.

In healthcare, we’ve upgraded facilities with state-of-the-art Emergency Units, CT scans, ICU beds, and modern maternity wings. The Isiolo Export Abattoir will revolutionize our livestock industry, creating jobs and expanding market access.

Education is thriving too! We’ve established 24 new ECD centers and doubled bursary funds to empower our future leaders. Targeted programs support youth & women, fostering self-reliance and boosting local entrepreneurship.

Governor Abdi Ibrahim has transformed Isiolo into a great and remarkable county in Kenya.

04/02/2025

Ensuring access to clean, safe, and sustainable water for all residents is a top priority for H.E. Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan. To achieve this goal, the Water Department of Isiolo County has been working diligently to improve water availability for both domestic use and livestock across all wards in the county.

09/12/2024

GOVERNOR ABDI IBRAHIM'S CUP TOURNAMENT OFFICIALLY KICKS OFF

The much-anticipated Governor’s Cup Tournament officially began yesterday, launched by Dibah Abdubah, Chief Officer of Youth and Sports. Featuring teams from across Isiolo County that qualified during last week’s preliminaries, the tournament is scheduled to culminate in a thrilling final on Thursday 12th December 2024.

Speaking during the official launch, Mr Dibah said the initiative not only provides a platform for young people to showcase their sporting talent but also underscores Governor Abdi Ibrahim's commitment to the welfare of the youth.

“This tournament is a testament to how much the Governor values the youth. It’s a way of giving them opportunities to shine, connect, and grow, while also steering them away from negative influences, ” Dibah noted.

Dibah observed that The Governor’s Cup is a vital step towards empowering young people, offering them a chance to demonstrate their skills, build networks, and foster personal growth.

Community leaders and youth advocates have lauded the Governor’s efforts, calling it a significant move to nurture talent and encourage constructive engagement among the youth. Mr Mohamed Abdullahi, a proponent of youth empowerment, stated that by prioritizing such programs, the county government shows its dedication to creating opportunities for the youth and investing in their future.

As teams battle it out for the prestigious title, the tournament also aims to promote unity and positive interactions among participants from various wards. County residents are encouraged not to miss the action as the final approaches on December 12, a day that promises to be a celebration of talent, teamwork, and youth empowerment.

30/10/2024

Following the current reorganisation of Governor Abdi Ibrahim's government, upon vetting and approval by the County Assembly of Isiolo of Lucy Kaburu as the new CECM Health Services, H.E Governor Abdi Ibrahim has today presided over her swearing-in to the said office. This is in line with improving service delivery in the health sector and enhancing the living standards of the great people of Isiolo County.

09/10/2024

In line with the Constitution, 2010, the County Government ACT 2012 section 30 2(e) and to enhance service delivery H.E Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan has this evening re-organised his administration as per below:

18/09/2024

Isiolo County Leadership Engaged in Sensitization on RMNCAH and Immunization Scorecard

In a concerted effort to improve health outcomes in Isiolo County, the Department of Health held a consultation meeting with county leadership today, focusing on the Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) and immunization scorecard. The meeting aimed to evaluate the county's performance on critical health indicators and discuss strategies to enhance healthcare services.

Health officials reviewed Isiolo's performance on key RMNCAH and immunization indicators, highlighting both achievements and areas requiring urgent attention. Discussions were centered on improving the county’s immunization coverage and maternal and child health outcomes.

Speaking during the meeting, the Isiolo County Reproductive Health Coordinator, Siad Dida Duba, emphasized the critical role of county leadership in upscaling RMNCAH and immunization efforts. “Leaders should emphasize and sensitize the community on the importance of visiting health facilities, especially for mothers to take their children below five years for immunization and for expectant mothers to seek skilled deliveries at healthcare centers,” said Duba.

Duba also noted significant progress under the leadership of Governor Ibrahim Hassan, citing the establishment of over 20 health centers in the region. He added, “The ICTRH maternity wing is serving several mothers from Isiolo and neighboring counties like Meru and Samburu, and we have surpassed the target for skilled deliveries at Isiolo Maternity.”

Health experts at the meeting called for increased resource allocation, stronger policy frameworks, and greater political commitment to support ongoing RMNCAH and immunization programs .
Participants proposed actionable steps to further improve RMNCAH and immunization programs. These included enhanced community engagement, operationalizing the Garbatulla and Merti sub-county theaters, and allocating funds for the construction of the Bulapesa Maternity facility, among other initiatives.

This meeting represents a critical step in Isiolo’s ongoing efforts to address healthcare challenges and ensure better health outcomes for women, children, and adolescents across the county under the USAID-UNICEF Equity RMNCAH project.

04/03/2024

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Health facilities in Isiolo County are from today and will continue to do so until the better part of next week receive consignments of essential drugs. This...

28/02/2024

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13/02/2024

Isiolo County Government Receives Ksh 10M Boost from Northern Rangeland Trust from Carbon Credit Project

In a significant development aimed at fostering partnership for community development, the Isiolo County Government has received a financial boost of Ksh 10 million from the Northern Rangeland Trust (NRT) through the Carbon Credit Project. This infusion of funds marks a pivotal moment for the county's development agenda.

The Ksh 10 million contribution, constituting 5% of the Carbon credit funds, represents the County Government Levy (KES) allocated from portions of the carbon credit funds directed to the eight conservancies in Isiolo County. The formal handover of the Ksh 10 million cheque took place at Burat, with Isiolo County Secretary Dade Boru receiving it from Dr. Esther Muoria, the Principal Secretary at the State Department for Technical, Vocational Education, and Training.

Acknowledging the significance of this financial injection, the County Secretary affirmed that the funding will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Isiolo. Moreover, it will expedite the registration process of essential bills within the Department of Tourism and Wildlife, including the Tourism Bills, Wildlife Conservation and Management Bill, and Isiolo Community Conservancy Bill 2023.
“These legislative efforts are specifically aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of the local population and ensuring the effective utilization of donor-funded resources,” Dade said.

During the ceremony, Mohammed Shibia, the Northern Kenya Rangelands Carbon Project Director, provided insights into the Northern Kenya Rangeland Carbon Project's operations. “This initiative spans 14 conservancies under NRT's purview, with the organization responsible for overseeing the administration of conservancies, providing requisite support for project implementation, and ensuring compliance for continuous project verification and credit issuance. Notably, each conservancy operates with a Board comprising 12 elected members from community groups, thereby ensuring democratic governance and community representation in project affairs” Shibia clarified.
Five conservancies in Isiolo County, namely Biliqo Bulesa, Leparua, Nakuprat Gotu, Nasuulu, and Oldonyiro, stand to benefit from carbon funds. Each conservancy contributed Ksh 2 million for the Isiolo County Levy, launched for the year 2023.

The previous Levy, launched in 2022, amounted to Ksh 9,172,500. These funds facilitated various projects focusing on water, infrastructure, health, tourism, enterprise development, and educational bursaries.

These funds have facilitated the successful implementation of various projects focusing on water, infrastructure, health, tourism, enterprise development, and educational bursaries.

Mohammed Abdillahi, a beneficiary from Nasuulu Conservancy, expressed gratitude for the bursary support received, which has enabled his children to continue with their education.

Simultaneously, approximately 140 youths from diverse backgrounds within the county received equipment to embark on entrepreneurial ventures, following their graduation from the Ujuzi Manyattani program funded by NRT.
The partnership between the Isiolo County Government and the Northern Rangeland Trust, exemplified by this financial infusion, characterizes a concerted effort towards sustainable development and community upliftment.