Empowered Women Representatives Present Community Priorities Through Public Participation Process, Advancing Inclusive Budgeting and Citizen Engagement in Garissa County. GARISSA, Kenya – The Northern Regional Budget Hub has strengthened efforts to promote inclusive public finance participation in Garissa County after facilitating trained women budget cells to present their memorandum to the Garissa County Assembly ahead of the upcoming Annual Development Plan (ADP) public participation process. The engagement, held on Tuesday, brought together women representatives from Sankuri Ward who, through capacity-building support from Bajeti Hub, were equipped with knowledge and skills on budget processes, citizen participation and advocacy. The training enabled…
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Political Party Officials, Women Leaders, Persons with Disabilities and Community Elders Trained on Inclusive Democracy, Compliance and Strengthening Party Structures at Tana Garden Hotel. Politics & Governance · Garissa County GARISSA, Kenya – Political stakeholders in Garissa County have intensified preparations ahead of the upcoming electoral processes following a five-day capacity-building forum aimed at enhancing electoral readiness, strengthening political party structures and promoting inclusive democratic participation. The forum, held at Tana Garden Hotel in Garissa, brought together political party county officials, women leaders, persons with disabilities (PWDs), community elders and representatives from key government institutions for comprehensive training on electoral preparedness…
From Missing the World Cup to Standing at Europe’s Biggest Stage, Somali Referee’s Journey Highlights the Power of Talent, Integrity and Opportunity. By Jamal MohamedChief Officer, Donor and Partner Coordination – County Government of GarissaMonday, June 15, 2026 GARISSA, Kenya – When Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan walks onto the pitch in Salzburg, Austria, to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup Final, he will carry with him a story that extends far beyond football. His appointment comes shortly after his controversial exclusion from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a decision that generated international debate and criticism from many observers who…
Nasteh Farah Alias Buraze Holds Talks with North Eastern ODPP Leadership on Strengthening Community Engagement, Civic Awareness and Inclusive Justice Systems. GARISSA, Kenya – Garissa County Youth Council Chairperson Mr. Nasteh Farah Alias Buraze has held discussions with the leadership of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) North Eastern Region, focusing on justice delivery, public confidence in legal institutions, and the meaningful involvement of young people in governance and civic processes. Mr. Buraze paid a courtesy visit to Mr. Edgar Mulamula, the Regional Coordinator for ODPP’s North Eastern Region, together with Ms. Linda Nyauncho, the Deputy Regional…
Hon. Abdirahman Mohamed Ali (Boor) Urges Establishment of More Islamic Learning Institutions to Nurture Knowledgeable and Responsible Generations. GARISSA, Kenya – Sankuri Ward Member of County Assembly Hon. Abdirahman Mohamed Ali, popularly known as Boor, has called for the expansion of Islamic education institutions across Garissa County, emphasizing the role of Qur’anic and Arabic learning in shaping morally upright and responsible generations. Hon. Boor made the remarks while joining the management, parents, teachers, and students of Imam Nawawi Islamic Institution during the institution’s 30th Graduation Ceremony, which celebrated learners who successfully completed their studies in the Holy Qur’an and Arabic…
CS Aden Duale’s return to the school he founded as an MP was anything but sentimental. He arrived with a contractor, a borehole pledge, 100 computers, and a direct line to the President and left 600 girls believing change is finally coming. ● Asal Post Saka, Garissa County June 2026. | Education & Development Years ago, Aden Duale helped put Saka Girls Secondary School on the map. On Monday, he came back as one of Kenya’s most powerful Cabinet Secretaries and the school’s 600 students made sure he knew exactly what they still needed. He listened. Then he delivered or…
The Cabinet Secretary for Health presided over a proud graduation in Garissa, championing Islamic education and free maternity care but it was his sharp warning over a wave of youth stabbings terrorizing residents that dominated the room. Asal Post Garissa, Kenya June 2026 ● Garissa | Education & Security . Cabinet Secretary for Health Hon. Aden Duale arrived at Saka Madrassa’s graduation ceremony with a full agenda and left having spoken to every one of them. Before a gathering of graduates, parents, religious scholars, community elders, and local leaders, he moved from faith to security to healthcare in a speech…
New Health Reforms to Provide Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits for Civil Servants and Introduce Digital Health Identity for Children Aged 7–17 Years in Push for Universal Health Coverage. NAIROBI, Kenya – Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale has launched an enhanced medical insurance package for public officers while officially expanding the Social Health Authority (SHA) biometric registration programme to include children aged between 7 and 17 years. The twin reforms mark a major milestone in Kenya’s ongoing efforts to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through improved healthcare access, digital transformation, and stronger accountability within the health sector. Speaking during the signing…
Hon. Mohamed Abdi Farah Urges Somalis Worldwide to Respond with Patience and Dignity as He Highlights Difference Between Refugees and Referees. GARISSA, Kenya – Dadaab Ward Member of County Assembly Hon. Mohamed Abdi Farah (Aboo) has called for calm, patience and dignity among Somalis worldwide following the controversy surrounding Somali international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, whose World Cup dreams were disrupted after he was reportedly denied entry into the United States. In a statement addressing the Somali community globally, Hon. Aboo urged Somalis to approach the situation with understanding and restraint, while expressing hope that the matter could have resulted…
New Platform to Create Unique Medical Identity for Every Child, Improve Immunization Tracking, Reduce Fraud and Enable Faster Access to Health Records Nationwide. NAIROBI, Kenya – The Government has announced the rollout of a new biometric registration system for children, a move aimed at transforming healthcare delivery by creating a secure digital identity linked to every minor’s medical history. The new system, unveiled by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, will establish a unique connection between each child and their health records, allowing healthcare providers across the country to access critical medical information regardless of where treatment is sought. According to…