Prison officers who have been undergoing the three days training, have been urged to change the face of their place of work. Speaking today during the graduation of the trainees at st. Teresa's centre, the peace and justice administrator, Anthony wood said that the commitment that was shown by the officers meant that they were ready change.
The facilitator of the training Mr. Lenson Njogu urged the officers to be positive for change, since it is effective for both parties including themselves. He said that as an individual, one should be responsible for his/her own actions either good or bad, since time for collective responsibility is over. He congratulated the force for showing positive changes, since the time the training started.
24 officers graduated and awarded certificates, in a colorful ceremony attended by the Lodwar diocese administrator Anthony wood, deputy officer in charge Lodwar GK prisons, Lenson Njogu and Mary Airo from legal resource foundation trust and the peace and justice deputy coordinator Lodwar diocese Mr. Christopher Losiapat.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Sports – 25.8.2011 - By Sylvester Eleman - Stateside fc hammers Nawaitorong
The quarter finals of the mahon cup tournament continued this evening in a
match that was played at the prisons ground. The defending champions were held in a goalless draw in the first half by the underdogs.
However they were able to re-organize themselves in the second half by
displaying a wonderful piece of football which lead them to hammering
Nawoitorong 3-0. The first goal came of the 57minute through a controversial penalty kick-out which was taken by Ruto Henry.
Arshaving Andawa struck twice at 74 and 81minutes which meant trouble to Nawoitorong FC .The game will enter the semi-finals stage tomorrow where stateside will take on mahon fc while Nakwamekwi struggle it out with Kanamkemer FC.
match that was played at the prisons ground. The defending champions were held in a goalless draw in the first half by the underdogs.
However they were able to re-organize themselves in the second half by
displaying a wonderful piece of football which lead them to hammering
Nawoitorong 3-0. The first goal came of the 57minute through a controversial penalty kick-out which was taken by Ruto Henry.
Arshaving Andawa struck twice at 74 and 81minutes which meant trouble to Nawoitorong FC .The game will enter the semi-finals stage tomorrow where stateside will take on mahon fc while Nakwamekwi struggle it out with Kanamkemer FC.
LOCAL NEWS – 25.08.2011 - by zacheaus otaba - Government haven't taken much effort on the new constitution
The government of Kenya seems to be reluctant in the dispensation of the new constitution. Speaking today during the second day of the training staged for prison warden from Lodwar GK prisons, the regional coordinator on human rights from the legal resource foundation trust Mr Lenson Njogu, said that they equipping the officers with knowledge, to sustain human rights.
He said that they normally prison officers, police, judiciary, probation department, children department and other actors in the administration of justice. Njogu said that their partnership with other gate keepers like peace and justice catholic of kitale, diocese of lodwar, Christ the king kibera, kituo cha sheria and independent medical unit, has yeild some fruits in their working.
He said that they started training in 2003 after carrying the research and found that the police were leading in violation of human rights by 78% and followed by the prisons by 16%. However he added that during the recent research there was an improvement in the prisons department which dropped to 3% than the police which is still at 72%.
Mr. Njogu said that they have been training the police in Isabania, Meru, Nairobi, Embu, Machakos and later to Kiambu, Nyeri and Marsabit. He added that they targeting officers working in the crime office and investigating officers.
He said that they normally prison officers, police, judiciary, probation department, children department and other actors in the administration of justice. Njogu said that their partnership with other gate keepers like peace and justice catholic of kitale, diocese of lodwar, Christ the king kibera, kituo cha sheria and independent medical unit, has yeild some fruits in their working.
He said that they started training in 2003 after carrying the research and found that the police were leading in violation of human rights by 78% and followed by the prisons by 16%. However he added that during the recent research there was an improvement in the prisons department which dropped to 3% than the police which is still at 72%.
Mr. Njogu said that they have been training the police in Isabania, Meru, Nairobi, Embu, Machakos and later to Kiambu, Nyeri and Marsabit. He added that they targeting officers working in the crime office and investigating officers.
LOCAL NEWS – 25.08.2011 – By Emmanuel Lemuya - 35% Cases of malnutrition in Turkana North
The resent statistics carried by world vision, have shown that Turkana North district is leading in malnutrition cases. Giving the report today to the partners, the national nutrition officer world vision Kenya Mr. Daniel Muhinja said that this is caused by poor dieting.
Launching the training of the officers that will initiate a pro gramme called blanket supplementary pro-gramme, which is scheduled to take place between August and December, he said that other districts as well are affected. Mr. Muhinja said they are targeting pregnant women, children aged between 0-3yrs and lactating mothers all over the county. He said that the project has an aim of reducing the cases of infection related to malnutrition in the region. Other districts affected include Turkana central and Loima districts which have 24.4%, Turkana south has 33.7%. The training which held today at st. Augustine's cathedral hall brings together partners from merlin, IRC, world vision and the diocese of lodwar.
Launching the training of the officers that will initiate a pro gramme called blanket supplementary pro-gramme, which is scheduled to take place between August and December, he said that other districts as well are affected. Mr. Muhinja said they are targeting pregnant women, children aged between 0-3yrs and lactating mothers all over the county. He said that the project has an aim of reducing the cases of infection related to malnutrition in the region. Other districts affected include Turkana central and Loima districts which have 24.4%, Turkana south has 33.7%. The training which held today at st. Augustine's cathedral hall brings together partners from merlin, IRC, world vision and the diocese of lodwar.
Local news - 24th august 2011 - By Edaan Daniel - Nakwamunyen village is locked out of the development
Justice and peace and child protection offices early today visited Nakwamunyen area in response to a Court Users forum directions that the community may not be accessed to Justice and other essential basic needs as implied by a case the institution had handled earlier on in Lodwar Law court. The fact finding team was accompanied by Margaret Lomosingo chief Township, chief Robert Ikoel of Nakwamunyen who was the host, child protection officer Diocese of Lodwar,Mrs. Eunice Majuma, Radio Akicha reporter and other opinion leaders that were found on the ground.
The team found that the population of the area is 950 people while the whole sub location has total population of 10,000 courtesy of the last census results of 2009. The community of Nakwamunyen practice nomadic pastoral ism, and their other sources of livelihood is charcoal burning, sale of firewood and most of them depend on relief Aid.
The area has one classroom for early Childhood Education (ECD) that has only 200 children with one volunteer teacher who is untrained. Health facilities are not there, this forces them to seek Medical Services from Lodwar a distance of 25kms. The area is insecure with many cases of crimes frequently reported ranging from house breaking, highway Robbery to livestock theft. Human rights and child rights are affected by cultural practice that the people of Nakwamunyen are still rooted in.
The Children Protection office DOL, Justice and peace, medical department, and Radio Akicha have therefore recommended that the Provincial Administration , N.G.Os, faith based organizations, Civic leaders and village elders should take the community through a capacity building Training to open up their minds to improve their living conditions.
The area Chief Mr. Robert Ikoel has also said that he faces many challenges ranging from mobility due the vastness of the area under is jurisdiction that is 7 villages and last one being Lokatul which is over 40 kilometers a way from Nakwamunyen village where he resides. He has asked for team work and unity with many stakeholders to cooperate to improve community policing in the area. He continues to ask the government to send K.P.R officers to improve security in the area and also open it for other developments services such as, Medical Services, Water and Education facilities.
The team found that the population of the area is 950 people while the whole sub location has total population of 10,000 courtesy of the last census results of 2009. The community of Nakwamunyen practice nomadic pastoral ism, and their other sources of livelihood is charcoal burning, sale of firewood and most of them depend on relief Aid.
The area has one classroom for early Childhood Education (ECD) that has only 200 children with one volunteer teacher who is untrained. Health facilities are not there, this forces them to seek Medical Services from Lodwar a distance of 25kms. The area is insecure with many cases of crimes frequently reported ranging from house breaking, highway Robbery to livestock theft. Human rights and child rights are affected by cultural practice that the people of Nakwamunyen are still rooted in.
The Children Protection office DOL, Justice and peace, medical department, and Radio Akicha have therefore recommended that the Provincial Administration , N.G.Os, faith based organizations, Civic leaders and village elders should take the community through a capacity building Training to open up their minds to improve their living conditions.
The area Chief Mr. Robert Ikoel has also said that he faces many challenges ranging from mobility due the vastness of the area under is jurisdiction that is 7 villages and last one being Lokatul which is over 40 kilometers a way from Nakwamunyen village where he resides. He has asked for team work and unity with many stakeholders to cooperate to improve community policing in the area. He continues to ask the government to send K.P.R officers to improve security in the area and also open it for other developments services such as, Medical Services, Water and Education facilities.
Local sports – 24.8.11 - By Emmanuel Lemuya - Mahon FC Beat Islamic center 4-1
Nelson Engor of Mahon FC put his team first by scoring 2 goals in the first half. Later Islamic FC scored through a penalty by Ekusi in the second half and saved their face. Mahon Fc then scored the third goal through Kelvin and another one by Okisai Simon. The match was played at Lodwar GK prisons Ground.
At one time the Lines man and the Referee clashed on the penalty scored by Ekusi of Islamic Fc but later came to a consensus after the match was stooped for some time.This tournament has been organized by Bishop mahon Centre as one of the Jubilee activity, dubbed as Jubilee Tournament and will go on until 26.
Elsewhere,In volley ball bishop mahon won the match against kanam by 2sets kanam Nil the match was played at lokiriama,one player was seriously injured in the head and was rushed to hospital for further medical checkups.
At one time the Lines man and the Referee clashed on the penalty scored by Ekusi of Islamic Fc but later came to a consensus after the match was stooped for some time.This tournament has been organized by Bishop mahon Centre as one of the Jubilee activity, dubbed as Jubilee Tournament and will go on until 26.
Elsewhere,In volley ball bishop mahon won the match against kanam by 2sets kanam Nil the match was played at lokiriama,one player was seriously injured in the head and was rushed to hospital for further medical checkups.
Local news – 23.08.2011 - By Zacheaus Otaba - Advocating capacity building in promotion of peace
There is need to promote capacity building on the practice of peace and justice in the prisons department. The peace and justice deputy coordinator, diocese of Lodwar Mr. Christopher Losiapat, has said that there has been a lot of complains from the members of the public, about the mistreatment they experience while in prison.
Mr. Losiapat said that the training will also enable the department of peace and justice from the diocese to relate well with the GK prison in terms of seeking justice. He said that his department has been training members of the public and other stake holders, in the previous trainings in order to equip them with knowledge on the new constitution.
During the training, the facilitators Mr. Lenson Njogu and Mary Airo both from legal resource foundation trust, insisted on the importance of good relationship between the prison officers and the in mates. The training which brings together 24 prison officers from Lodwar GK prison started today 24th and will end on 26th of August.
Mr. Losiapat said that the training will also enable the department of peace and justice from the diocese to relate well with the GK prison in terms of seeking justice. He said that his department has been training members of the public and other stake holders, in the previous trainings in order to equip them with knowledge on the new constitution.
During the training, the facilitators Mr. Lenson Njogu and Mary Airo both from legal resource foundation trust, insisted on the importance of good relationship between the prison officers and the in mates. The training which brings together 24 prison officers from Lodwar GK prison started today 24th and will end on 26th of August.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
LOCAL NEWS – 22.08.2011 - By Zacheaus Otaba - God chose us because he loved us
Human beings should know that God loves them because he chose them, Bishop Kimengich insisted today when he Celebrated staff Mass at St. Thomas Chapel. His Lordship said that they should compare their lives with Mary the mother of Jesus who was chosen right from the beginning and because of that she went into heaven and was crowned the Queen of Heaven.
Bishop Dominic said that, since the life of a human being is short, they should utilize their time serving God, than wasting time doing worldly things. He said that the Angel came and told Mary that she was full of grace and she was to give birth to the messiah. The Bishop gave the example of Paul to the Thessalonian when he said God loves us.
He urged the Diocesan staff to put in practice the commandment of God and that will show their love to him. He noted that most Christians give up when faced by life challenges or temptations, therefore there is need to keep their faith so as to get to the final destination.
Local news – 21.8.11 - By Mary Tioko - Choose focused leaders in 2012
The Vicar General of St. Augustine's Cathedral Parish Fr. Joseph Ekalimon today during mass told the faithfuls of St. Augustine's Parish to elect leaders who have the interest of people at their hearts in 2012 elections. Fr. Ekalimon said that the leadership of Turkana County is unstable and problems are experienced everywhere in both economic and social aspects and the community is crying everywhere!
Fr. Ekalimon mentioned that he has been getting many challenges as he goes ahead with his pastoral work in within the parish outstations where people behave as if they don't have leaders who address there needs? He said that the word of God helps leaders and all in various authorities to see where they have gone wrong in their responsibilities, of representing others in this vast county.
The priest advised the faithfuls to stand up as one family and be counted in the development of the county and not point fingers on what others do without giving the way forward. He asked the faithfuls to play their part and in that they will have the guts of challenging others to improve where they have gone wrong. Fr. Ekalimon said that God the father is so rich and gives them his riches without discrimination and that they should not grab these riches from others and leave them poor. He also added that authority has no meaning if it does not help others and thus asked them to stretch out and help others who are in need in their county and Kenyans in general. He thus urged the faithfuls to be witnesses of Christ and stand firm by the voice of God. He also challenged the faithfuls to have positive thinking and give right directions in all that happens in the County.
Local news – 17.8.11 - By Mary Tioko - Emphasize on Universal Birth Registration
The District Civil Registrar Mr. Joseph Orata has urged the Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs in Turkana Central to put more emphasis on the Current Birth Registration instead of relying on village elders for the deaths registration. Speaking in a workshop organized by World Vision, at Golden Guest House Lodwar, Mr. Orata said the chiefs need to be clear with the information they offer in the documents before submission to his office.
The 19 Chiefs and Assistants Chiefs drawn from Turkana Central were encouraged to put more emphasis on the Current Birth Registration instead of relying on village elders for the deaths registration which he said need to be accompanied by the professional documents. Mr. Orata said that their interest is to register the Births and issue Birth notifications in their areas of operations.
The officer encouraged the Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs to Submit their returns in person to avoid inconveniences which can lead to delay of reports. He also congratulated the chiefs and the Assistant Chiefs for their hard work and urged them to continue serving people with good hearts.
The World Vision Child protection officer Mr. Musa Bwino encouraged the participants to ensure that no child born in Turkana county is denied the fundamental right of birth registration. The participants will undertake their field visits in the two Locations of Kalokol and Kerio on 18th August 2011 to sample villages to register the children in an exercise conducted by the civil registrar, Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs facilitated by the World vision Child protection Office in Lodwar.
The 19 Chiefs and Assistants Chiefs drawn from Turkana Central were encouraged to put more emphasis on the Current Birth Registration instead of relying on village elders for the deaths registration which he said need to be accompanied by the professional documents. Mr. Orata said that their interest is to register the Births and issue Birth notifications in their areas of operations.
The officer encouraged the Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs to Submit their returns in person to avoid inconveniences which can lead to delay of reports. He also congratulated the chiefs and the Assistant Chiefs for their hard work and urged them to continue serving people with good hearts.
The World Vision Child protection officer Mr. Musa Bwino encouraged the participants to ensure that no child born in Turkana county is denied the fundamental right of birth registration. The participants will undertake their field visits in the two Locations of Kalokol and Kerio on 18th August 2011 to sample villages to register the children in an exercise conducted by the civil registrar, Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs facilitated by the World vision Child protection Office in Lodwar.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Local news – 16.8.11 - By Mary Tioko - Putting Male and female remands in one police cell is violation of Human right, Says Magistrate.
The Lodwar senior magistrate who is the chairman of Court Users Committee Mr. Thomas Nzyioki has warned against mixing of both male and female gender in one police cell saying that it is violation of Human rights. The magistrate said this when Addressing the committee members at St. Teresa's Pastoral Centre today.
Court Users Committee meeting is a forum where the various stakeholders organized by the Justice and peace Programme co-coordinator Mr. James Ekai enables the Judiciary, children's department, probation department, Children Department - Diocese of Lodwar, OCS, OCPD, Provincial Administration, Business persons, Radio Akicha, Hosanna Fm stations are members.
Mr. Nzioki highlighted Insecurity issues rising in the streets due to the influx on street children which prompted the committee to set another sub-committee which was tasked on spearheading the issues of children rescue home in the county. The education facilities in Nakwamunyen village have not been put in use since the building was constructed. The committee signed Some members to follow up the issue and help the children in the area.
The task force mandated to facilitated the refurbishment of court cells/police cells gave their report and General administration of Justice in Turkana region was discussed at length where the Chairman mentioned that an extra magistrate of Lodwar law courts Mr. Harrison Barasa is now topping up the judicial services in the county and court sessions will be regular.
Court Users Committee meeting is a forum where the various stakeholders organized by the Justice and peace Programme co-coordinator Mr. James Ekai enables the Judiciary, children's department, probation department, Children Department - Diocese of Lodwar, OCS, OCPD, Provincial Administration, Business persons, Radio Akicha, Hosanna Fm stations are members.
Mr. Nzioki highlighted Insecurity issues rising in the streets due to the influx on street children which prompted the committee to set another sub-committee which was tasked on spearheading the issues of children rescue home in the county. The education facilities in Nakwamunyen village have not been put in use since the building was constructed. The committee signed Some members to follow up the issue and help the children in the area.
The task force mandated to facilitated the refurbishment of court cells/police cells gave their report and General administration of Justice in Turkana region was discussed at length where the Chairman mentioned that an extra magistrate of Lodwar law courts Mr. Harrison Barasa is now topping up the judicial services in the county and court sessions will be regular.
Local news – 15.08.2011 - by Zacheaus Otaba - Human life is a struggle with a lot of threats says the priest
Diocesan staffs have been urged to be courageous when tackling life challenges in their day to day life. Celebrating the st. Mary's day with the diocesan staff, vicar general father Joseph Ekalimon said that a human life is a struggle with with a lot of threats.
Giving an example of st. Augustine, the priest said that death came through one man and it was defeated by one man. The priest said that through Adam, death came to the world and though Jesus, it was defeated. The priest added that every one has his own fears and need determination when doing anything, be it in your work place or even at home.
Noting that there are three occasions that are important in a Christian life, naming them as resurrection, ascension of Jesus, descend of the holly spirit and assumption. He encouraged all the Christians to pray for sisters of assumption, in their daily services in the diocese and all over the world.
Local news – 13.08.2011 - by zcheaus otaba - Poverty is increases insecurity in Turkana,says Hon. Joseph Nyaga
Cooperatives and marketing minister Hon. Joseph Nyaga has said that poverty is the cause of the increasing cases of insecurity in this region. Speaking yesterday at the Turkana county council hall, where he was addressing the cooperative members from the county, the minister said that insecurity along Pokot Turkana border will only be curbed by initiating income generating activities.
He noted the issue of devolved government, where every county will be receiving 3b per year, as only the way of making the every county to be independent. He encouraged teachers to increase their membership to at least 1500 members, arguing that it will only be the way of enabling them to expand their SACCO.
The minister insisted the importance of forming Sacco's by small enterprises, saying that it eases development. He opened the Turkana teachers cooperative head quarters and visited several Sacco's which included Turkana women and Turkana youth cooperative society, in Lodwar town.
LOCAL NEWS – 10.08.2011 - By Zacheaus Otaba - The boda boda association elections
The boda boda association has overturn the allegations that were given by some operators that they are going to carry the elections soon. Speaking today in his officer, the association's technical adviser Mr. Jones Alemu said that the association has its own constitution that gives them direction to conduct the elections in February next.
Alemu who was reacting to the information that was heard in some of the FM station today, said that some of the operators who seemed to be manipulated to push the same, are not the officially registered members of the association. He said that even if the elections will be carried today, it will registered members who will be legible of voting.
He said that the boda boda association is a non profit making organization and does not get any donations from any organization or body and hence has no room to be manipulated out of its working system. He agreed that the organization accept advice but not criticism, during this time of hardship crisis. He called for those who would want clarification to contact the office but listening ti rumors.
LOCAL NEWS – 10.08.2011 - By Zacheaus Otaba - Nadirkonyen children's centre celebrates 20 years
Nadirkonyen Children's Catholic Centre celebrated its 20 years of existence today at the Centres compound. Joining the celebrations the bishop for the diocese of Lodwar his lordship Dominic Kimengich called for more well wisher to step in to help in the donation towards the working of the Centre.
Giving the sermon of the day, his lordship said that God loves those people who are brought in a poor life. He urged the community to join hands and give give generously to facilitate the running of the institution, since God loves all those who give generously. The bishop challenged the celebrants that non of those children was willing to be found in that Centre.
At the same time, the coordinator of the Centre brother Hans Wennekess said that the Centre is faced by many challenges, including increase in the number of enrollment and increase in food prices. He noted that the Centre has nurtured more than 12,200 children since its establishment in 1991 and the current enrollment is 351 both from non school going up to the university.
However he thanked Terre Des homes Netherlands for the continued support it is offering to the Centre. The brother called for the government to step in and give support to care for the increasing number.
Giving the sermon of the day, his lordship said that God loves those people who are brought in a poor life. He urged the community to join hands and give give generously to facilitate the running of the institution, since God loves all those who give generously. The bishop challenged the celebrants that non of those children was willing to be found in that Centre.
At the same time, the coordinator of the Centre brother Hans Wennekess said that the Centre is faced by many challenges, including increase in the number of enrollment and increase in food prices. He noted that the Centre has nurtured more than 12,200 children since its establishment in 1991 and the current enrollment is 351 both from non school going up to the university.
However he thanked Terre Des homes Netherlands for the continued support it is offering to the Centre. The brother called for the government to step in and give support to care for the increasing number.
Local news – 09.08.2011 - by zacheaus otaba - Let us define ourselves as Christians, bishop urges
Christians have been urged to define themselves when delivering their day to day services. Speaking today when opening st. Dominic parish priests house, in Kerio, the bishop for Lodwar diocese, his lord ship Dominic Kimengich, said that Christians should not go back to where they were before they knew Jesus. He noted that today being st. Dominic's day, Christians should imitate his action, since he was prayerful and won many people to god.
The bishop said that Jesus told his disciple to receive the holy spirit that will encourage them to fight against life challenges. He added that there is need for people to stick to their promise of obedience, not only while in trouble.
However he congratulated the efforts of the people of Kerio parish by ensuring that,the priest's residential house is complete. At the same time the bishop confirmed more than 200 Christians who are receiving the holly Eucharist.
The celebrations were attended by more than 9 priests all over the diocese, including vicar general father Joseph Ekalimon.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Local news – 08.08.2011 - by zacheaus otaba – Define yourselves as Christians
Let us define ourselves as Christians when delivering our services bishop urges people of st. Dominic.
Christians have been urged to define themselves when delivering their day to day services. Speaking today when opening st. Dominic parish priests house, in Kerio, the bishop for Lodwar diocese, his lord ship Dominic Kimengich, said that Christians should not go back to where they were before they knew Jesus. He noted that today being st. Dominic's day, Christians should imitate his action, since he was prayerful and won many people to god.
The bishop said that Jesus told his disciple to receive the holy spirit that will encourage them to fight against life challenges. He added that there is need for people to stick to their promise of obedience, not only while in trouble.
However he congratulated the efforts of the people of Kerio Parish by ensuring that,the priest's residential house is complete. At the same time the bishop confirmed more than 200 Christians who are receiving the holly Eucharist.
The celebrations were attended by more than 9 priests all over the diocese, including vicar general father Joseph Ekalimon.
Christians have been urged to define themselves when delivering their day to day services. Speaking today when opening st. Dominic parish priests house, in Kerio, the bishop for Lodwar diocese, his lord ship Dominic Kimengich, said that Christians should not go back to where they were before they knew Jesus. He noted that today being st. Dominic's day, Christians should imitate his action, since he was prayerful and won many people to god.
The bishop said that Jesus told his disciple to receive the holy spirit that will encourage them to fight against life challenges. He added that there is need for people to stick to their promise of obedience, not only while in trouble.
However he congratulated the efforts of the people of Kerio Parish by ensuring that,the priest's residential house is complete. At the same time the bishop confirmed more than 200 Christians who are receiving the holly Eucharist.
The celebrations were attended by more than 9 priests all over the diocese, including vicar general father Joseph Ekalimon.
Local news – 8.8.11 - By Mary Tioko - St. Dominic was talking with God about God” Says Bishop
The secretariat of the Diocese of Lodwar were informed to talk with God about God in a mass that was celebrated by His Lordship Bishop Dominic Kimengich in an event that also marked his saint day early today. His lordship was accompanied by the Vicar general Fr. Joseph Ekalimon encouraged the staff to Love and commit themselves to God.
His lordship said that God wants all people to fear and love him. He added that God expects all to serve him with all their heart and soul by honoring his name and respecting the sabbath. The staff were urged to be focused in their plans and do things that please God like reciting prayers before starting work for this makes the work they do a prayer in itself to God.
He encouraged the staff to receive the holy communion when prepared so as not to receive their own Judgments for not being worthy. He warned them not to involve themselves in superstitions for they would not be loving God by doing that practice. He also encouraged them to be fulfilling the promises they make to God by respecting the name of God and obeying the Ten commandments. His lordship urged the staff to be punctual in attending mass and be united to God the further then and forever and not let anything interfere with their commitment to worship God.
The vicar general Fr. Joseph Ekalimon asked the the staff not to fear the future for it is the reality and should see the possibility of change and allow God to be with them in their engagement now and the days to come.
Local news – 07.08.2011 - by Zacheaus Otaba - Help us boost the level of education in Turkana, says the district commissioner
The district commissioner for Turkana central Mr. Humphrey Nakitare, has called for other well wishers to come and support other organizations like equity, in providing scholarships to needy children in the region. Speaking yesterday at Moi gardens, the DC said that the needs a lot of support in order to boost the level of education.
He urged all the sponsored students to work hard in their studies and ensure that they change, the status of the people in this region. Nakitare said that it is better to work while knowing where you came from and where you are heading.
At the same time, the CEO for equity bank Dr. James Mwangi, said that equity bank will continue to support education in the country, through offering scholarship to the clever and needy children every year. He said that this year only, equity is sponsoring 15 students both in secondary and university all over Turkana county.
On famine, Dr. Mwangi said that equity as a bank contributed more than 20m towards the fight against hunger in this region.
The celebrations were also attended by the president of master card foundation Mrs Rita Loy, where more than 3000 graduands were awarded certificates after being trained by equity bank in collaboration with master card foundation.
Local news – 7.8.11 - By Mary Tioko - God is found in a serene Place, Says priest
The faithfuls of St. Augustine's cathedral parish were informed during mass that God their creator is always found in a silent place. Speaking During his Homily today, Fr. Nicholas Koro of the Apostles of Jesus said that God our creator is found in a silent place.
He gave examples of many instances when Christ wanted to make very important decisions and went on a hill alone to pray. Fr. Koro thus encouraged the faithfuls to give themselves time alone to communicate to God their creator in silence. Since God is always found in a serene place, then the faithfuls were encouraged to seek him and he will help them. The priest added that Christ is not found in noisy places, places of troubles, but comes to help them fast when they will call on his name when in problems to help them just like Peter, He urged them to call him and he will help them walk on water.
Fr. Koro warned the faithfuls to be not like the people I todays readings that knew christ but denied that he is the Saviour. He urged them to witness him always in their day to day lives and they will resist temptations. He also added that the moment one loses faith he falls into temptations. He encouraged them not to fear for Christ is with them till the end of the world. He also said that Jesus walking on the water showed that he is the creator of everything. He added that Peter sank in water because he doubted. Fr. Koro said that when someone is in doubt then he or she sinks into temptation and thus will fear to come back to face the reality. He gave examples of people who start to miss mass, and as a result become afraid to come back. He added that Peter in the reading asked Christ to hold his hand and Jesus helped him walk on water and they can also call on Christ's name for he is ready to come and help them in their troubles and will enable them walk on troubles. The priest also encouraged the faithfuls to be people of faith who commit themselves to go forward with their plans without doubts.
Local News – 06.08.2011 - By Francis Madanji - Fr. Bonaventure Emathe and Deacon Denis Owino Ordained
Fr. Bonaventure Emathe and Deacon Denis Owino were today ordained in a colorful ceremony attended by hundreds of well wishers of all walks of life and from all parishes of the dioceses.
The ordination mass which was celebrated by His Lordship Bishop Dominic Kimengich, began with a procession of all the priest in attendance to the main dice followed His lordship Dominic Kimengich.
The candidates were brought forward by their Parents and respective sponsors. After the readings his Lordship Bishop Dominic Kimengich noted that the ordination was taking place today when the readings on transfiguration on the mountain where Peter and the others saw Jesus shine like the sun. He added that they should know that they are Priests in the sun and asked the new priest to emulate the works of the st. John of Viani the patron of priests.
Priests have publicly sworn to live a life of celibacy in the holy order they will anoint the sick ,forgive sins on behalf of Jesus Christ, then feed the faithful with bread and the word of God . The candidates were asked for the last time if they wanted to join the Holy order of Priest hood, which they agreed and the rights followed.
Bishop Kimengich told them that it was not good enough to be a priest but one should always be a holy priest.
This is the first ordination to be presided over by Bishop Kimengich noting that its less than six months since the newly installed Bishop took office. He particularly thanked the vicar General and every one who took part in the preparation for making the day such a success.
The ordination mass which was celebrated by His Lordship Bishop Dominic Kimengich, began with a procession of all the priest in attendance to the main dice followed His lordship Dominic Kimengich.
The candidates were brought forward by their Parents and respective sponsors. After the readings his Lordship Bishop Dominic Kimengich noted that the ordination was taking place today when the readings on transfiguration on the mountain where Peter and the others saw Jesus shine like the sun. He added that they should know that they are Priests in the sun and asked the new priest to emulate the works of the st. John of Viani the patron of priests.
Priests have publicly sworn to live a life of celibacy in the holy order they will anoint the sick ,forgive sins on behalf of Jesus Christ, then feed the faithful with bread and the word of God . The candidates were asked for the last time if they wanted to join the Holy order of Priest hood, which they agreed and the rights followed.
Bishop Kimengich told them that it was not good enough to be a priest but one should always be a holy priest.
This is the first ordination to be presided over by Bishop Kimengich noting that its less than six months since the newly installed Bishop took office. He particularly thanked the vicar General and every one who took part in the preparation for making the day such a success.
Local news – 05.08.2011 - By Zacheaus Otaba - Well prepared for the ordination, says bishop Kimengich
The preparations for the priesthood and dioconet ordination set to take place tomorrow, has been finalized. Speaking today at st. Augustine’s cathedral Catholic Church, the bishop for catholic diocese of lodwar, his lordship bishop Dominic Kimengich, said that everything is in place. He added that all the two candidates have undergone enough rehearsal in preparation for the ordination. On service delivery, the bishop said that the diocese of lodwar is too wide that needs more priests, while the whole diocese has only 56 priests who are not enough. He called for the priests to be obedient to their authority and stick to their faith in the lord. However he called for priests to be strong always and fear god but not god to fear them, when delivering their service. The bishop thanked vicar general father Joseph Ekalimon for his commitment in making sure that all areas concern have been attended to.
LOCAL NEWS – 05.08.2011 - By Zacheaus Otaba - Marille raiders snatch 8 lives in Todonyang
Marille raiders today attacked Todonyang village and killed 8 people, injured 3 and made away with more than three hundred animals. Speaking over the phone today, the OCPD for Turkana North Mr. Ben Nyakwaka said that the victims were watering their animals in lake Turkana at 01.00pm, when the incident occurred.
The deceased were only women including one infant while one man and two women sustained bullet injuries in the neck and bellies. This takes place only four days after the prime minister and his convoy visited the area early this week. The injured are to be moved to lodwar district hospital for more treatment.
The number of deaths through the same hands has tolled up to more 40 this year only, after more than 30 scummed bullets in April this year.
The deceased were only women including one infant while one man and two women sustained bullet injuries in the neck and bellies. This takes place only four days after the prime minister and his convoy visited the area early this week. The injured are to be moved to lodwar district hospital for more treatment.
The number of deaths through the same hands has tolled up to more 40 this year only, after more than 30 scummed bullets in April this year.
Local News - 04.08.2011 - By zacheaus Otaba - Lodwar municipal mayor retains his seat
The lodwar municipal council's mayor David Kinyonge has retained his mayoral seat in the elections that were carried today at lodwar municipal council hall. Kinyonge went unopposed, after his opponent, councilor Christopher Apua forfeited the elections.
Mr Kinyonge who is voted in for the third time as the municipality's mayor, is faced by the challenge of ensuring that the council’s performance is up to date. However he admitted that the council has been sluggish in arresting some issues, but promised to improve. At the same time the municipality's clerk Mr. peter Keitany who was presiding the elections, said that the elections were free and fair. He called for all those who have elected into the office to show cooperation to achieve the goals of the council. Other departments covered were finance headed by Andrew Logiron, public health headed by Gabriel Ibulon, internal audit by john Ekiru while Jacenta Epeyan was elected head of town planning. Otherwise two other positions were left vacant, education and HIV/Aids departments.
The new personnel will be in the office till the end of 2012, when new elections will be carried.
Local News - 04.08.2011 - By Okoth Obaro The Turkana South District Officer I pays a rare visit
The Turkana South District Officer I, Bethwel K. Sang paid us a visit this evening and expressed his happiness with the efforts the Catholic Church was doing not only by reaching them through the media but also giving them hope through various programmes in Turkana County.
Talking to us in our office, Mr. sang expressed hope that in the near future the Diocese will be able to reach many people through its media outreach.
“We are looking forward to the day we will be able to sample Radio Akicha products in Lokichar,” he said.
Talking to us in our office, Mr. sang expressed hope that in the near future the Diocese will be able to reach many people through its media outreach.
“We are looking forward to the day we will be able to sample Radio Akicha products in Lokichar,” he said.
Local News - 04.08.2011 - Francis Madanji - Ordination preparation in full gear
Preparations for the Saturday ordination are in full gear and everything is going on smoothly. Talking to us at St. Augustine Cathedral compound, the in-charge of liturge, Fr. John Manzi has said he is pleased with all that is going on.
Everything is being done to make sure the ordination due on Saturday takes place uninterrupted” he said .
There are five departments which are undertaking the preparations namely; infrastructure, food, Liturgy, transport, well coming committee and Finance all of whom are in motion .
Talking to us at St. Augustine Cathedral compound, the in-charge of liturgy Fr. John Manzi has said he is pleased with all that is going on.
There are two choirs which will sing jointly and the choirmaster says they are blending well and he dose not fore see any problem.
The co-ordinator who is also the Parish Moderator said he is impressed with the number of people who have volunteered to work tirelessly up to date everything is on scheduled.
Everything is being done to make sure the ordination due on Saturday takes place uninterrupted” he said .
There are five departments which are undertaking the preparations namely; infrastructure, food, Liturgy, transport, well coming committee and Finance all of whom are in motion .
Talking to us at St. Augustine Cathedral compound, the in-charge of liturgy Fr. John Manzi has said he is pleased with all that is going on.
There are two choirs which will sing jointly and the choirmaster says they are blending well and he dose not fore see any problem.
The co-ordinator who is also the Parish Moderator said he is impressed with the number of people who have volunteered to work tirelessly up to date everything is on scheduled.
Local news – 2.8.11 - By Mary Tioko - Be contented in what you have, Bishop says
The secretariat of the catholic Diocese of Lodwar were urged to be contented in what they have and not complain. His lordship said this when celebrating Mass at St. Thomas Chapel yesterday. He said that selfishness destroys people and makes them suffer, he added that people can even deny possession which is disastrous to them.
His lordship challenged the staff to be more generous. He asked them to think of times they have cheated people and denied them needs and even services! He said that cheating is deeply rooted in people and thus informed them to change and treat others as they would like them to treat them. He encouraged them to give what they have since God himself knows and will bless them. He urged the staff to appreciate what God has given them and learn to say thanks to his holy name. He also encouraged them share the little they have since God can multiply like the two fish and five loaves.
Bishop Dominic told them that the lord was asking them to be more generous in their lives and urged them to count in the lord for he can perform miracles in their lives. He warned them not to think a bout themselves so as to experience the generosity of their lord. He also challenged them to learn to give by starting with the church offerings. His lordship urged them to ask the lord for the gift of generosity which can be seen in many things which they can do like even committing their time, being sincere, and honest and God will bless them . He said that the desire to have more and more is not good and urged them to be contented with what they have and do the right things always. He also warned them to keep off from what is not theirs for it will be a curse to them.
The vicar general Fr. Joseph Ekalimon who accompanied the bishop also added that people have the energy in them although comparison makes them different from each other. He informed them that all people are created in the image and likeness of God and need to be satisfied with what you have. He added that, God has given them beauty in their own reality. He thus urged to be responsible and help one another in all aspects.
His lordship challenged the staff to be more generous. He asked them to think of times they have cheated people and denied them needs and even services! He said that cheating is deeply rooted in people and thus informed them to change and treat others as they would like them to treat them. He encouraged them to give what they have since God himself knows and will bless them. He urged the staff to appreciate what God has given them and learn to say thanks to his holy name. He also encouraged them share the little they have since God can multiply like the two fish and five loaves.
Bishop Dominic told them that the lord was asking them to be more generous in their lives and urged them to count in the lord for he can perform miracles in their lives. He warned them not to think a bout themselves so as to experience the generosity of their lord. He also challenged them to learn to give by starting with the church offerings. His lordship urged them to ask the lord for the gift of generosity which can be seen in many things which they can do like even committing their time, being sincere, and honest and God will bless them . He said that the desire to have more and more is not good and urged them to be contented with what they have and do the right things always. He also warned them to keep off from what is not theirs for it will be a curse to them.
The vicar general Fr. Joseph Ekalimon who accompanied the bishop also added that people have the energy in them although comparison makes them different from each other. He informed them that all people are created in the image and likeness of God and need to be satisfied with what you have. He added that, God has given them beauty in their own reality. He thus urged to be responsible and help one another in all aspects.
Local news – 1.8.2011 - Prince Sofari Wycliffe - NGO sights high malnutrition in Turkana
A Christian organization based in Germany Humedica international aids staff today visited the Turkana county in a to asses the situation in Turkana regarding the drought and hunger.
Speaking to akicha reporter the co-founder Mr Wolfgang Grob said the situation in Turkana was not pleasing as Children were malnourished.
He said his organization was mainly Focused on natural disasters like hunger, drought, Volcano eruption, refugees and internally displaced people among others calamities in various countries having moved across Africa including Ethiopia Sudan and Somalia.
Mr. Wolfgang encouraged the Kenyan Government to have plans in food storage to avoid Occurrence of such kind of a problem next time in country which has became a great disaster.
Speaking to akicha reporter the co-founder Mr Wolfgang Grob said the situation in Turkana was not pleasing as Children were malnourished.
He said his organization was mainly Focused on natural disasters like hunger, drought, Volcano eruption, refugees and internally displaced people among others calamities in various countries having moved across Africa including Ethiopia Sudan and Somalia.
Mr. Wolfgang encouraged the Kenyan Government to have plans in food storage to avoid Occurrence of such kind of a problem next time in country which has became a great disaster.
Local News – 02.08.2011 - By Sofari Wycliffe - We will stand by you the pm says
The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga has said that the government will stand by the Turkana community during these hard times of drought and hunger that has hit most parts of the country.
The PM who visited many parts of the county to asses the situation further said that water projects to boost food production in the region will be put up in various parts to help curb the perennial problem.
He was accompanied by Turkana Central MP Hon. Ekwe Ethuro, Turkana South MP Hon.Josephat Nanok, the Agriculture Minister Dr. Sally Kosgei among others . The tour which started in Todenyang in Turkana north took the PM and his team to various parts of the county which included Turkana Central.
Addressing the people in Lodwar ,Turkana south MP Hon. Nanok asked the government to the issue insecurity in the region saying that there was need to deploy more security officers to the main border .
The PM who visited many parts of the county to asses the situation further said that water projects to boost food production in the region will be put up in various parts to help curb the perennial problem.
He was accompanied by Turkana Central MP Hon. Ekwe Ethuro, Turkana South MP Hon.Josephat Nanok, the Agriculture Minister Dr. Sally Kosgei among others . The tour which started in Todenyang in Turkana north took the PM and his team to various parts of the county which included Turkana Central.
Addressing the people in Lodwar ,Turkana south MP Hon. Nanok asked the government to the issue insecurity in the region saying that there was need to deploy more security officers to the main border .
Monday, August 1, 2011
LOCAL NEWS – 1.08.2011- By Munialo Mac - 18 Parishes Pontifical Missionary Children talent presentation day comes to an end
The pontifical missionary children today completed a three days talent presentations at st Marys catholic church at Kalokol. The celebrations which was organised by the cordinator in the childrens office in the diocese of Lodwar sister Rose Macharia, brought together children from eighteen parishes in the four deaneries in the diocese of Lodwar.
The theme of the year for the pontifical children was Jesus our bread of Life' However, the festivals was ended up by his lordship Bishop Dominic Kimengich from the Diocese of Lodwar.
His Lordship urged the pontifical children to maintain love of Christ by showing others who dont know Jesus all over the other parts to live by example.
The theme of the year for the pontifical children was Jesus our bread of Life' However, the festivals was ended up by his lordship Bishop Dominic Kimengich from the Diocese of Lodwar.
His Lordship urged the pontifical children to maintain love of Christ by showing others who dont know Jesus all over the other parts to live by example.
Local news – 31.7.11 - By Mary Tioko - When little is enough and much is not enough: Say Priest today
The faithfuls of St. Augustine's Cathedral parish were urged today during mass to be satisfied with the little they have since the much they might have might not be enough. Fr. John Kizito Manzi accompanied by the Vicar general Fr. Joseph Ekalimon and Fr. Edward said that the little that Jesus was given during the miracle of two fish and five Loaves was enough to the people and even some food remained. The priest said that, that miracle was possible because Jesus was ready since he had just prayed to his father in Heaven for the strength and power to perform miracles.
Fr. Manzi said that the faithfuls can also avail themselves to God the almighty in prayer and in commitment and God will enable them perform Miracles and make the little become enough in their lives. He added that Jesus wanted to be alone but people followed him because they knew he will feed them. He challenged the Christians to be ready to help and feed others who are in need if they want to follow the example of Jesus Christ and also in doing this they will be able to perform miracles of magnifying the little they have to be enough.
Fr. Manzi stressed on the need of having time with God and giving him room to fill the spaces in our lives. The priest also gave the meaning of breaking the bread in Eucharist and urged the faithfuls to break themselves before people so as to help them in their daily lives since that destroys their normal way of thinking and acting and makes them act like Jesus especially those who receive the Holy Eucharist. He encouraged those who do not receive the holy Eucharist to be visiting him in the Tabernacle and ask for his grace. Fr. Manzi also added that no one can separate them from the love of Christ and encouraged them to call on his name always in times of joy and sorrows for he is able God.
Local news – 28.07.2011 - by kodet Philip - Agricultural technology will save turkana county from hunger
Thousands of Turkana county residents can only be saved from starvation through the agricultural technology which can be utilized and used as a source of food production say the owner and the proprietor of dreamland green house Mr. Kelly Eyanae at kanamkemer location in central division early today.
Mr. Eyanae reiterated that the government cannot be rigid in supporting any productive activity in the region now that the animals which were depended by Turkana community has been swept away by the drought. He narrated on his dream of transforming Turkana that lastly came true after a lot of research and feasibility trips that he was conducting before he pioneered the green house agriculture.
Eyanae said that it is possible for green houses to be constructed allover the county and soil being imported either from the river banks and also in the nearest district where agriculture is done like Kitale. He continued that in the green houses one can grow a variety of crops to ensure food security in Turkana county.
He said that Turkana community can be transformed and this will make them not only the pastoralists but also agriculturalists and this will deface the relying of relief food among the Turkana community.
Finally Eyanae added that it is the highest time Turkana county should wake up and begin to grow their own food and even export it outside the county. He therefore urged the government to save the few youth organizations that will bring change to the starving people of Turkana county.
Local news – 27.07.2011 - by kodet philip - Chiefs on malaria eradication campaign training at St. Teresa Pastoral center
Ten chiefs, representatives from the ministry of health and other stakeholders from Loima district held a one day training on malaria eradication campaign at st. Teresa pastoral center. The training organized and facilitated by the ministry of health was aimed at creating awareness in the malaria eradication campaign which is scheduled to kick off in the month of august in Nadapal, Turkwel, Lomeyan, Napeililim,Lorugum and other locations around Loima district.
The district malaria control coordinator Mr. Daniel Esmith said that the government is trying to employ several strategies to help control malaria because the disease is among the top ten killer diseases world wide and In Kenya it is the major killer diseases among the infants and pregnant women.
He also added that mosquitoes net are not controlling malaria if person is given
does not sleep under it for proper protection against the mosquitoes
Mr. esmith therefore urged the community to have a positive outlook over the government initiative in the prevention of malaria through mosquito net distribution. He finally wish that the whole community should join hands with the ministry of health in the fight against the killer disease which is claiming the lives of millions of Kenyans.
LOCAL NEWS – 26.07.2011 - KODET PHILIP - Community health workers training on going at golden guest house
Twenty seven community base health workers from Naotin, Nayuu, Nayanae Angikalalio, st. Catherine and st. Patrick in Turkana central district are undergoing a seven day community health workers training at golden guest house.
The training which is organized by wold vision Kenya in collaboration with the ministry of health is aimed at establishing and enhancing community structural empowerment through community health workers, enabling the community members to progressively realize their rights to accessible and quality from facility based health services and finally to strengthen the community health facility linkage through effective decentralized and partnership for the implementation of level one services.
According to the facilitator Mrs. Veronica Ereng, the trainees are taught on how to improve standards of education and health literacy in the ground levels in order to improve malnutrition levels in the community and the dangers of the signs of pregnancies.
She also added that the community health workers are taught on how to control and to prevent the common diseases like malaria, TB and HIV/aids. Mrs. Ereng reiterated the dangers of the signs of pregnancies and how to arrest the situation when the dangers are incurred. She therefore urged the community to cooperate with the trained community based health workers in alleviating malnutrition and the importance of ante-natal and pre-natal care in the community.
The training which is organized by wold vision Kenya in collaboration with the ministry of health is aimed at establishing and enhancing community structural empowerment through community health workers, enabling the community members to progressively realize their rights to accessible and quality from facility based health services and finally to strengthen the community health facility linkage through effective decentralized and partnership for the implementation of level one services.
According to the facilitator Mrs. Veronica Ereng, the trainees are taught on how to improve standards of education and health literacy in the ground levels in order to improve malnutrition levels in the community and the dangers of the signs of pregnancies.
She also added that the community health workers are taught on how to control and to prevent the common diseases like malaria, TB and HIV/aids. Mrs. Ereng reiterated the dangers of the signs of pregnancies and how to arrest the situation when the dangers are incurred. She therefore urged the community to cooperate with the trained community based health workers in alleviating malnutrition and the importance of ante-natal and pre-natal care in the community.
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