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Fuel crisis deepens in Wajir as petrol stations shut down over insecurity

Wajir’s public transport sector has been thrown into disarray for the second consecutive day as fuel dealers continue to halt operations due to escalating security concerns. The closure of petrol stations has further crippled the county’s already struggling economy, with local residents grappling with severe transport disruptions and soaring fares.

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60 women’s groups in Wajir receive economic empowerment support

In a significant step towards empowering women in Wajir, Hon. Fatuma Abdi Jehow, the County Women Representative distributed funds to 60 women’s groups as part of the women’s economic empowerment program. The event, held earlier this Wednesday, saw a total of Ksh 4 million allocated to support the women’s groups in expanding their economic ventures.

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Kala-azar outbreak overwhelms health facilities in Wajir

So far, more than 370 cases have been reported, with the disease predominantly affecting children under the age of five. The hardest-hit areas are Eldas and Wajir West constituencies. According to Wajir County Chief Officer of Medical Services, Mr Mohamed Guhad, Eldas health facility has recorded the highest number of cases, with more than 150 patients, while Arbajahan is handling over 130 cases.

Ramadan, Religion

The Triangle of Bliss: Ramadan, Quran and Taqwa

Attainment of the station of a Muttaqi (one who has Taqwa) is a life-long journey and not limited to the month of Ramadan only. However the most potent time of the year is Ramadan which facilitates this great opportunity. The heart and the soul is most in-tune with the Quran – the words of Allah. The soul is receptive and the mind flushes out the forbidden and impure thoughts, if Ramadan rules were observed righteously and with sincerity.

Blog

Wajir case: parental priorities in academic pursuits

The recent celebration of two PhD graduates from Wajir, one in Islamic Law and the other in International Relations, highlights a divergence in parental values and priorities. While both sets of parents take pride in their children’s academic achievements, the fields of study chosen reflect markedly different approaches to investment in their future.

Religion

True Story: Journey Of 82 Year-Old Grandma On How To Be A Better Muslim

In its August 1st 1996 issue, Ad-Da’wah Magazine reported the story of Umm Saalih who completed the memorisation of the magnificent Quran at the age of 82 years. She memorised the first three parts of the Quran during her childhood while the remaining 27 parts took her about 70 years.

As a widow of seven children she had a lot of responsibilities in providing for her young family, yet the love for the Qur’an never left the heart and mind of Umm Saalih. It seemed her focus in her entire life was about achieving this milestone dream.

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Religion

Transform your life with spiritual renewal

As believers we are required to constantly blow away the cobwebs of life. Time and again we need to start with a clean slate. Success and victory will be in our bag as long as we put a lot of focus in understanding the purpose of life.

This involves that we address the choices we have made in the past so that we can positively change the choices we will make in the future. We can say it is about planning meticulously to win the cup of heaven at the same time leading a goodly life here on earth.

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