Council outlines Saudi Arabia’s new Hajj regulations as accredited agents coordinate to improve services for Kenyan pilgrims 🕋 HAJJ 2027 | ASAL POST NAIROBI, Kenya – Preparations for Hajj 2027 (1448 AH) have intensified after the Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) convened a high-level consultative meeting with licensed Hajj agents to strengthen coordination, improve service delivery and ensure Kenyan pilgrims are fully prepared for the annual pilgrimage. The meeting, chaired by SUPKEM National Chairman Alhajj Hassan Ole Naado, brought together certified Hajj operators to discuss key reforms introduced by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ahead of the 2027 Hajj…
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Religious leaders join national and county governments in Garissa to champion devolution, national cohesion and equitable service delivery DEVOLUTION SENSIZTIZATION WEEK (DSW 2026) | ASAL POST GARISSA, Kenya – The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) Garissa County has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting good governance, national cohesion and inclusive development after participating in the 2026 Devolution Sensitization Week in Garissa Town. The three-day forum brings together leaders from the national and county governments, development partners, civil society organizations, faith-based institutions and community representatives to deliberate on strengthening devolution and improving public service delivery across the country. The conference officially…
Health CS urges unity, investment in religious education and support for community-led development during Afwein fundraising drive COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | ASAL POST AFWEIN, GARISSA COUNTY – Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Wednesday led a major fundraising drive in Afwein, Garissa County, to support the construction of Jamia Mosque and Madrasatul Tawba, calling on residents to invest in religious institutions as foundations for moral values, education and community development. The fundraiser, held at Afwein Primary School grounds, attracted political leaders, Islamic scholars, elders, business leaders and hundreds of residents, who made contributions towards the construction of the two community projects.…
Religious leaders, elders, youth and women trained to enhance conflict prevention and promote peaceful elections in Garissa County. PEACE & COHESION | ASAL POST GARISSA, Kenya – The Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK) has strengthened efforts to promote peaceful elections by equipping sub-national mediators in Garissa County with skills in conflict prevention, dialogue and community mediation ahead of the 2027 General Election. The capacity-building forum brought together religious leaders, elders, youth representatives, women leaders and other key stakeholders to enhance local peacebuilding mechanisms and strengthen community resilience against election-related conflicts. Speaking at the forum, IRCK Chairman and Supreme Council of…
Health CS says parliamentary system would promote inclusive leadership and prevent presidential elections from being determined by ethnic voting blocs. POLITICS | ASAL POST By Abdimalik Hajir – Reporter GARISSA, Kenya – Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has renewed his call for Kenya to adopt a parliamentary system of government, arguing that it would eliminate what he described as the “tyranny of numbers” and promote more inclusive governance. Speaking during the Devolution Sensitization Week in Garissa, Duale said a parliamentary system would allow the party or coalition with the majority of Members of Parliament to form the government, instead of…
Foreign ministers commit to improving immigration coordination, consular services and cross-border mobility during bilateral talks in Addis Ababa. DIPLOMACY | ASAL POST ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – Kenya and Somalia have agreed to strengthen cooperation on migration, immigration and consular services following high-level bilateral talks held on the sidelines of the 49th Session of the African Union (AU) Executive Council in Addis Ababa. The meeting brought together Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, and Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisalam Abdi Ali, as the two neighbouring countries reaffirmed their commitment…
Governor pledges continued support for peacebuilding as Gabra and Borana communities revive a 31-year cultural bond to foster reconciliation and social cohesion. PEACE & COHESION | ASAL POST NORTH HORR, Kenya – Marsabit Governor Mohamud Ali has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting lasting peace, unity and social cohesion, saying his final term in office will remain focused on strengthening harmony among the county’s diverse communities. The governor made the remarks during the historic Algana-Karayu cultural reunion held at Yaa Algana in North Horr Constituency, where elders, leaders and community members from the Gabra and Borana communities gathered to revive…
Governor urges greater collaboration in science and technology to tackle climate change, food insecurity, healthcare and youth unemployment across the Muslim world. EDUCATION & INNOVATION | ASAL POST ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – Mandera Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif has called for stronger collaboration among governments, universities, research institutions and the private sector to accelerate education, scientific research and innovation across the Muslim world. Governor Khalif made the remarks while addressing the Inter-Islamic Forum for the Advancement of Education, Scientific Research and Innovation, organized by COMSTECH, the Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), in Islamabad,…
Proposed reforms seek to cap recurrent expenditure, protect funding for health and ECDE, and ensure counties deliver better public services. 🏛️ DEVOLUTION | ASAL POST NAIROBI, Kenya – County governments could soon face tighter controls on how they spend public funds after Members of Parliament proposed new measures aimed at reducing recurrent expenditure and increasing investment in development projects. The proposals emerged during the Third Reading of the County Governments (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with legislators arguing that the current structure of county spending has seen billions of shillings consumed by salaries and administrative costs at the expense of essential public…
Former Deputy President claims investigation is politically motivated as tensions with Kenya Kwanza administration deepen 🗳️ POLITICS | ASAL POST NAIROBI, Kenya – Former Deputy President and Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto’s administration of using the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to intimidate political opponents following controversy surrounding remarks attributed to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. In a statement posted on his official Facebook page on Tuesday, Gachagua claimed that public backlash over Duale’s alleged remarks had prompted the government to shift attention by pursuing investigations against opposition figures. According to…