UPDATES: Celebrations and cheers rock Parliament building following the cancellations of both JKIA and KETRACO deals with the Adani group.
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Abrah-K had a great day in Kirinyaga County today where he engaged with religious leaders from across the County 🇰🇪
Statement from the Governor of Turkana County on the Miss Tourism Contestants at the 'Eighth Turkana Tourism and Cultural Festival 2024'
"Last evening, as I sat in the audience, I felt a profound sense of shame. It became painfully clear that our girls have strayed far from their cultural roots and identities. None of them could name any artifact used during meals in the Turkana culture," says Hon. Jeremiah Lomorukai.
He expressed concern over the alarming reality that our cultural knowledge is dwindling, which in turn erodes our sense of self. He urged the council of elders to take charge and run awareness programs across the county to address issues related to our culture.
Do you think our elders have a role to play? Are they capable of the task assigned? Leave your feedback in the comments section below!
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Kithure Kindiki has been endorsed as the deputy party leader of the United Democratic Party (UDA), where he expressed his gratitude for the role, stating, "I accept the role that I have been given by the party and I am ready and willing to assist our party leader in steering our party."
The Deputy Party Leader also pledged to collaborate and coordinate with other party leaders and officers to ensure that the UDA remains strong and active for many years to come.
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LODWAR UPDATES: This afternoon, a professional body in Napetet, in Lodawrtownship known as Napetet Proffessionals Association led by their Chairman Mike Loogos, expressed their gratitude during a press briefing to H.E. Jeremiah Lomorukai for appointing their member, Roseline Aite, to a ministerial position in the Turkana County government.
The announcement, which came on Friday, marked a significant moment as Governor Lomorukai unveiled the new list of County Executive Committee Members (CECM) following the completion of terms for the previous appointees.
The speakers termed Roseline as a dedicated member of NAPAS and a native of Napetet, celebrated for her commitment to public service, having previously served as Deputy Director of Legislative Services at the Turkana County Assembly.
Lodwar Township MCA Ruth Kuya joined the residents in thanking the appointing authority, reinforcing their political support for future initiatives.
Hon. Ruth Kuya added that Aite Rose appointment is particularly historic as it marks the first time a member from Napetet has been elevated to a CECM position since the onset of devolution.
She said the community takes pride in having notable figures, such as Amb. Erastus Ekitela Lokaale, who has represented them at the United Nations. Furthermore, the group emphasized the importance of women's involvement in government roles, expressing hope for a future where women are increasingly given opportunities to participate in leadership and governance.
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ISRAEL: Protests Surge in Israel Demanding Netanyahu's Resignation
Anti-regime protests are escalating across Israel as demonstrators call for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign.
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UGANDA: Several Ugandan MPs arrested on Wednesday following chaotic scenes in the parliament during discussions on the controversial National Coffee Amendment Bill, 2024.
The bill sparked a heated debate due to its proposed changes to the coffee sector particularly the restructuring of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) and its regulation of coffee production and marketing.
Opposition MPs have been vocal in their objection to the bill, arguing that it will undermine local farmers and the coffee industry's autonomy.
They claim the bill is designed to benefit large coffee exporters at the expense of local producers.
During the session, tensions escalated when MPs clashed over procedural issues, leading to physical altercations and a brief suspension of proceedings.
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Welt Hunger Hilfe (WHH) officially handed over a significant 24 million infrastructure project to Kalopiria Pry School through the Board of Governors (BOG).
This comprehensive project features essential facilities, including dormitories, a modern kitchen, classrooms, staff quarters, a fence, modern toilets and bathrooms, and water tanks. The primary aim of the initiative is to promote education and mitigate the rampant issues of early marriages and school dropouts prevalent in the pastoral communities of the region.
The community has expressed gratitude for the support provided by WHH and other organizations, yet they have made a fervent appeal for additional resources, particularly in establishing a health facility and Early Childhood Development (ECD) school to lay a strong foundation for young learners.
The handing over ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including WHH Country Director Christian Schniepper, the Leader of Majority in Turkana County and Area MCA Stephen Edukon, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Education at both national and county levels, alongside various line NGOs active in Turkana County.
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Dr. James Lowasa serves as the Deputy Governor of Isiolo County, the first Turkana Deputy Governor to navigate the complexities of governance in diaspora counties.
In his recent remarks on the unity of the Turkana people,during Tobong'u Lore, he highlighted the importance of fostering connections among Turkana communities not only in Turkana County itself but also across the diaspora and the broader Ateker region.
Dr. Lowasa noted that the Turkana people represent the second largest ethnic group in about 21 counties in Kenya, including Meru, Laikipia, Isiolo, and Marsabit, among others.
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In a poignant ceremony that bridges the past with the present, Prof. Malachy Ekal Imana celebrated a traditional wedding that he refers to as a simulation, a heartfelt tribute to his first wife, Sylvia Nayoki Ekal, who tragically passed away nearly 50 years ago.
This event was not merely a cultural formality; it served as a powerful affirmation of his enduring love and commitment to Sylvia, whose memory has shaped his life in profound ways. The traditional wedding symbolizes a reclamation of the bond that transcends time, allowing Hon. Ekal to honor his late wife and the life they once shared, while also acknowledging the importance of cultural heritage in his journey.
As the former Turkana Senator, Hon. Ekal has long grappled with the haunting realization that his church wedding was dismissed as irrelevant by the elders within the Turkana community. This dismissal weighed heavily on his conscience, compelling him to undertake this traditional ceremony as a means of solidifying his rightful place within his family's lineage and asserting his complete ownership of his children.
By embracing the customs of his ancestors, he seeks not only to validate his relationship with Sylvia but also to forge a deeper connection with the values and traditions that define his identity as a Turkana elder.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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Botswana's ex-president is asking for permission to stay in the statehouse a little longer as he looks for alternative accommodation after losing the election.
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