Local news – 27.5.11 - By Mary Tioko - Preparations for the Day of the African child Celebrations.

The meeting which was organized by Turkana Child Protection Network (TCPN) brought together 11 Stakeholders and partners to plan for this big event for the interest of the Child. Updating people on the child issues in the county, the chairperson of the network Mrs. Phoebe Kaaman said that the team has already made some steps towards the setting up of the rescue home for the abused children within the county. Mrs. Phoebe also mentioned on the process of the ongoing renovation of the women and children's cells at Lodwar Police Station and noted the various efforts made by the stakeholders towards the project. Among those represented in the planning meeting included, the Clerk to the county council Mr. Christopher Onanda, Child fund Mr. Walanyang Elim who represented the manager, Alfred Power Represented by Supa Agule, Children's office Diocese of Lodwar Mrs. Eunice Majuma, The Police desk, Nadirkonyen street and Exploited represented by William Atuko , and Media houses Represented were Hossana and Akicha Radio. This years theme for the celebration is “All together for Urgent Action in favour of street children” . The task force has already rolled up a budget for the Day of the African Child celebrations which is to take place on 16th June 2011 and calls upon all the stakeholders to chip in to make the day a success.

Local News – 6.11.2010 - Candidates asked to take time before answering K.C.P.E questions -By Lokatur Peter

Candindates have been urged not to rush to answering the exam questions before carefully reading the instructions. Speaking today at Lodwar mixed primary school during a Standard Eight Prayer Day, Mrs Mbithe Etaan, the Education Officer Turkana Central district said candindates should not develop fear as the exam day is just around the corner.
She said they should not over-study at night for the papers ahead of them since that will lead to them being sleepy and confused while sitting for the paper. Etaan further said that when the papers are brought, the candidates should relax and read the instructions carefully before answering any question.
The area chief, Mr. Patrick Lorogoi wished all the candidates success as they prepare for their exams that will commence early next week. The event was organised by the school headteacher Mr. Timothy Wabuya in collaboration with the District Education Office.