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BREAKING: Two people have been killed and more than 700 goats and sheep stolen in a suspected bandit attack in Gotu, Isi...
31/07/2026

BREAKING: Two people have been killed and more than 700 goats and sheep stolen in a suspected bandit attack in Gotu, Isiolo County.

The attackers reportedly raided the area before fleeing with the livestock.

🚨 ACCIDENT ALERT: An accident has occurred at Kambi Garba, leaving two people seriously injured. The injured victims ha...
24/07/2026

🚨 ACCIDENT ALERT:

An accident has occurred at Kambi Garba, leaving two people seriously injured. The injured victims have been rushed to hospital for medical attention.

The road remains closed at Kambi Garba. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and seek alternative routes where possible.

Duale in 'TRIBAL RANT'NCIC to probe alleged ethnic incitement by CS DualeNCIC receives complaint over alleged utterances...
24/07/2026

Duale in 'TRIBAL RANT'

NCIC to probe alleged ethnic incitement by CS Duale
NCIC receives complaint over alleged utterances

NCIC: Do not let the country slide into anarchy
Several leaders condemn Duale's remarks

ISIOLO CRIME CITY DNA Confirms George Gitonga Remains as Police Probe Malkagalla DeathDNA tests by the Government Chemis...
24/07/2026

ISIOLO CRIME CITY

DNA Confirms George Gitonga Remains as Police Probe Malkagalla Death

DNA tests by the Government Chemist have confirmed that remains recovered in Isiolo are those of missing George Gitonga, who disappeared on May 15, 2026. His body is being held at Isiolo County Referral Hospital Mortuary pending release to the family and a public inquest.

In a separate case, police in Malkagalla are investigating the death of 18-year-old Nasibo Tadicha Abdi after her body was found, with Cherab Deputy County Commissioner Duncan Gikunda saying inquiries are ongoing.

The U.S. now plans to rely on its domestic Ebola treatment centres after its Kenya quarantine facility plan was blocked ...
06/06/2026

The U.S. now plans to rely on its domestic Ebola treatment centres after its Kenya quarantine facility plan was blocked by the High Court.

The High Court has ordered Treasury CS John Mbadi and Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi to file responses within 14 days in a peti...
06/06/2026

The High Court has ordered Treasury CS John Mbadi and Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi to file responses within 14 days in a petition challenging the recent fuel price hike.

Kenyan Shilling Holds Steady for Over 21 MonthsThe Kenyan shilling continues to show stability in the foreign exchange m...
05/06/2026

Kenyan Shilling Holds Steady for Over 21 Months

The Kenyan shilling continues to show stability in the foreign exchange market, trading at around Sh130 per US dollar according to

Current rates:
USD: Buying – 128.5 | Selling – 130
Euro: Buying – 147 | Selling – 151
GBP: Buying – 172 | Selling – 175

The currency has maintained relative stability against major global currencies, reflecting steady market conditions.

Senior Schools to Remain Open as Government Dismisses Early Closure Amid Unrest
05/06/2026

Senior Schools to Remain Open as Government Dismisses Early Closure Amid Unrest

KDF Announces Major Leadership Reshuffle
05/06/2026

KDF Announces Major Leadership Reshuffle

NEWS UPDATEToday, the Uwezo Fund participated in the MSME Connect Isiolo Chapter held at El-Borana Hotel, Isiolo County....
05/06/2026

NEWS UPDATE

Today, the Uwezo Fund participated in the MSME Connect Isiolo Chapter held at El-Borana Hotel, Isiolo County.
The forum brought together entrepreneurs, MSME stakeholders, development partners, and government agencies in a collaborative effort aimed at strengthening support for small businesses and improving access to business development services and financing opportunities.

The event was officiated by Mr. Henry Rithaa, Director General of the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA), who represented the Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development, Hon. Dr. Wycliffe Ambetsa Oparanya. The County Government of Isiolo was represented by Deputy Governor Hon. James Lowasa on behalf of Governor Hon. Ibrahim Guyo Hassan.
The Uwezo Fund delegation was led by Board Member Director Sam Ogolla.

The MSME Connect forum provided a valuable platform for entrepreneurs to directly engage with government agencies, access information on available support programmes, and explore opportunities for business growth. It also reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening the MSME sector as a key driver of economic transformation under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

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