Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has presided over the launch and distribution of Sh.44.6 million fishing equipment and handling facilities in Kalokol, Turkana Central Sub-County.
The equipment is part of the County Government’s initiative to promote the fish value chain and reduce post-harvest losses. The fishing gear was procured by the County Government and supported by the Emergency Locust Response Programme (ELRP) and the Agriculture Sector Development Support Programme Phase Two (ASDSP II).
Governor Lomorukai emphasized that the government was providing fishing gear as part of a fisheries support programme for residents who rely on Lake Turkana as their primary source of livelihood.
He assured transparency in the delivery of the remaining fishing equipment and urged Kalokol residents to support the government’s efforts to combat illegal under-sized fishing and protect fish breeding habitats.
Governor Lomorukai stated that his administration is committed to alleviating water challenges by drilling additional boreholes that are safe for human and livestock use.
“My objective is to ensure that Kalokol residents have access to sufficient water, either through the equalization fund or the county’s annual budget. As a government that prioritizes its people, we are focused on ensuring water availability for all residents of Turkana,” he said.
The Governor emphasized that Turkana County has abundant resources that, if fully utilized, can bring about meaningful change and development. He identified corruption and misuse of public resources as obstacles to progress.
County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture, Livestock Development, and Fisheries, David Erukudi explained the department’s goals for the fishing community and reiterated the government’s commitment to ending illegal under-sized fishing.
Other elected leaders, including County Assembly Majority Leader Stephen Edukon, expressed their support for the government’s efforts to crack down on illegal under-sized fishing and regulate fishing activities in Lake Turkana.
By Peter Gitonga
