By Ahmed Salat The Department of Health, in partnership with the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) Wajir Branch, has stepped up efforts to curb the spread of cholera and other waterborne diseases across Wajir County through sustained community outreach and hygiene promotion initiatives. The ongoing intervention, anchored on Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE), focuses on public sensitization and the distribution of essential water treatment supplies. Health teams have been actively engaging residents using Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials, with a strong emphasis on preventive measures and safe hygiene practices. Key high-risk areas targeted include Orahey Market, Soko Holla, and ADC Market—busy centres that attract large numbers of pastoralists and traders. The high mobility of these populations has been identified as a significant risk factor in the rapid transmission of waterborne diseases. As part of the campaign, a total of 3,200 strips...
By Ahmed Salat Ali | Political Affairs HABASWEIN — Wajir Woman Representative Fatuma Jehow has reaffirmed her commitment to inclusive development and service delivery following an emotionally charged visit to Habaswein and the wider Wajir South constituency. Speaking during her development tour, Jehow described the region as “deeply personal,” recalling the enduring legacy of her late father, Mzee Jehow, whose dedication to public service continues to shape her leadership journey. “Habaswein and the greater Wajir South hold a special place in my heart. Today, I felt a powerful connection—an outpouring of warmth and trust that reflects the legacy of my late father,” she said. Jehow noted that the trust once placed in her father has now been extended to her and her team, a responsibility she said she carries with humility and determination. The visit forms part of her ongoing countywide tour aimed at strengthening grassroots engagement, assessing community needs and accelerating dev...