Security chiefs are re-evaluating strategies following an increase in terror incidents attributed to Al Shabaab in Kenya's Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa counties.

Wajir County is facing numerous problems, including paying 216 drivers for only 149 vehicles (90 of which are non-operational), along with issues of 'phantom' debts and unpaid benefits.

The Wajir Stadium has undergone a significant transformation, becoming the first stadium in Kenya's vast north-eastern region to be built to international standards.

Wajir awakens early as Madaraka Day fete get underway  the-star.co.ke

Wajir High School, described as an 'oasis of knowledge' in Northern Kenya, is celebrating its 60th anniversary, having produced many notable leaders from the region.

President Ruto has unveiled a Sh4.1 billion power plan aimed at connecting 17,000 homes in Wajir to the electricity grid.

During an event in Wajir, leaders publicly endorsed President William Ruto for a second term in 2027, with chants of "two terms" filling the venue. This signals early political maneuvering for the next general election.

Wajir is facing an accommodation shortage as it prepares to host the Madaraka Day celebrations. With hotels and guesthouses fully booked, officials are seeking alternative lodging solutions for attendees.

Wajir County is nearing completion of preparations to host the upcoming Madaraka Day celebrations. The event marks a significant national observance for Kenya.

An estimated 3.3 million people are food insecure, particularly in Mandera, Wajir, Garissa...

Elders in Wajir, Kenya, have declared that traditional dispute resolution methods will no longer be used to settle cases of rape and defilement, marking a significant shift in addressing sexual offenses.

Nicky Murphy’s vampire mockumentary 'I Love Paris' was awarded best international feature at the 2026 Fantasia International Film Festival Audience Awards, with Masanao Kawajiri’s 'Cherry and Virgin' also recognized.

Wajir Stadium is set to be named in honor of Ahmed Khalif, recognizing his significant place in the political history of Northern Kenya as its shortest-serving Cabinet minister.

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Wajir, Kenya, is hosting the national Madaraka Day celebrations, with early morning preparations and widespread excitement and jubilation among residents as the fete gets underway.

The ghosts of the Wagalla Massacre continue to linger as Wajir prepares to host the Madaraka Day celebrations, bringing historical trauma to the forefront.

Wajir County marked its inaugural Madaraka Day celebration, with the State emphasizing significant development gains in the region. The event showcased progress and future plans for the area.

The decision to host the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir is seen as a symbolic and strategic move to secure the future of Kenya's neglected North Eastern frontier.

The Kenyan government has decided to stop the construction of a security post on a disputed border area between Marsabit and Wajir.

A report indicates that Ranil has been taken to Singapore for medical care, while the CID is reportedly investigating doctors who treated him in Sri Lanka.

Four counties, Mandera, Wajir, Kwale, and Kilifi, have been placed in the "Alarm Phase".

Several counties in Kenya, including Mombasa, Nairobi, Wajir, Garissa, and Machakos, are identified as among the worst for doing business due to prolonged delays in paying suppliers.

Wajir Governor Abdullahi emphasized the significant importance of his county hosting the Madaraka Day celebrations. The event in Wajir concluded before 11 am.

President William Ruto has arrived at Wajir Stadium for the historic Madaraka Day celebrations. His presence marks a significant event for the region.

Kenya is making extensive preparations for the upcoming Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir, with the government reportedly spending 4 billion shillings on the event. All systems are go for the national holiday.

President Ruto has earmarked Sh4.1 billion to connect 17,000 homes in Wajir, Kenya, to the national electricity grid.

Wajir County in Kenya is making preparations to host the upcoming 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations, a significant national event commemorating self-rule.

An analysis highlights Wajir as a previously overlooked region now transforming into Kenya's new development frontier. The article discusses the progress and potential of the area.

The county of Wajir in Kenya is nearing completion of preparations for the upcoming Madaraka Day celebrations, with readiness reported at 84%.

In Kenya, Wajir pastoralist Ali Hassan has successfully transformed a 10-acre farm into a resilient model using 8-meter Chinese Juncao grass, demonstrating its effectiveness in reclaiming degraded lands.

An analysis highlights why regions like Wajir, Mandera, and Turkana in northern Kenya continue to lag behind, with the state's presence primarily through security forces.