Dr. Idle Omar Farah

This morning in Wajir County, Mr. Mohamednoor Abdikarim, the #Wajir East Sub-County Curriculum Support Officer and focal person for the @RaspberryPi_org project, together with the County Trainer, Mr. Salat Kheyley, and supported by three project champions, conducted a 15-minute sit-in assessment for Grade 8 learners at #JogbaruPrimary and Junior School. The assessment aimed to evaluate learners’ understanding and retention of the digital concepts covered so far under the programme. In a similar exercise in #Turkana County, Mr. Levy Amusha, the County Quality Assurance and Standards Officer, alongside Mr. Washington Odoyo, led the administration of a comparable assessment at #Nabulon Girls Primary and Junior School. The exercise, also targeting Grade 8 learners, was undertaken with the same objective of gauging learning progress and strengthening the delivery of digital literacy content across participating schools. These coordinated efforts underscore the commitment to ensuring quality implementation, continuous monitoring of learning outcomes, and evidence-based improvements in the delivery of digital learning across the FCDC counties.

@FCDCKenya today held a productive engagement with CIMMYT, led by Dr. Aparna Das and Patience Charo, where key areas of collaboration were discussed and agreed upon in principle. The meeting reaffirmed strong alignment on advancing climate-resilient agriculture and scaling impact across ASAL regions through a structured partnership approach. A key outcome was the agreement to establish a joint technical working team that will refine and operationalize the partnership framework and define clear next steps. FCDC was represented by Dr. Idle Farah (CEO), Tamimma Ali (Deputy CEO), and Adan Bulle, LSS program officer We look forward to translating this momentum into concrete joint programs that will deliver meaningful impact for communities across Northern Kenya. #FCDC #ClimateAction #ASAL #Partnerships #FoodSecurity

The Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC), through its Livestock Sector Strengthening (#LSS) program, today handed over an assortment of veterinary drugs to the County Government of Marsabit, received by Dr. Bokhu, the Assistant Director of Veterinary Services. The FCDC team was warmly welcomed by the County Executive Committee Member (CCEM) for Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, Mr. Kanano, highlighting the strong collaboration between county leadership and development partners. The veterinary supplies will support the upcoming county-wide livestock vaccination campaign, covering areas from Laisamis to Kalacha across all sub-counties—an essential step in protecting livestock health and strengthening pastoralist livelihoods. Funded by @SwissEmbassyKE through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (@SwissDevCoop (SDC), this intervention reflects continued commitment to building resilient communities. This activity is part of the program’s Crisis Modifier component, enabling timely and flexible responses to emerging challenges facing pastoralist communities. #FCDC #Marsabit #LivestockSectorStrengthening #LivestockHealth #PastoralistResilience #SDC

The Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC), under the RANGE Programme, successfully concluded a 3-day training workshop for 12 Ward Development Committees (Waso, Baawa, Lodokojeng, Wamba West, Golbo, Sagante Jaldesa, Maikona, Laisamis, Charri, Ngaremara, Burat and Kinna) in Samburu, Marsabit, and Isiolo counties in Laisamis . The training focused on integrating disaster risk management and climate change adaptation into ward planning, strengthening participatory monitoring, evaluation and learning (PMEL), and promoting inclusivity by identifying and engaging at-risk groups in the development process. The workshop also provided a platform for peer learning and reflection on progress made in implementing ward-prioritized development projects, reinforcing community-driven approaches to resilience and sustainable development.

The @Raspberry_Pi Foundation Digital Learning Project in West Pokot @WPCGovernment took a new and exciting twist this afternoon at Makutano Primary School. The visit brought together key education stakeholders to evaluate the progress of learners in the RPF ICT Computing curriculum. The Sub-County TSC Quality Assurance Officer, Mr. John Tuliapong, together with the RPF County Coordinator Mr. Kamtia, accompanied by one teacher from Psigirio School visited Makutano Primary School who have two ICT tutors. During the visit, the team conducted a brief sit-in assessment with 23 Grade 7 learners to gauge their understanding and comprehension of the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s ICT Computing curriculum. The learners demonstrated great enthusiasm and confidence as they attempted the quiz. Their willingness to participate and engage with the questions showed a strong interest in improving their digital knowledge and skills. In fact, the level of eagerness among the pupils made it difficult to limit participation, highlighting their curiosity and motivation to learn more about technology and computing. After the assessment, the team held a short knowledge-sharing session with the learners. During this discussion, students shared their experiences about the exercise and reflected on what they had learned. The session also provided valuable feedback on how the curriculum can be strengthened, especially in the teaching approach, to make digital learning more effective and engaging for learners.

The Ministry of Education (@EduMinKenya ) from Nairobi HQ, @Raspberry_Pi pi Foundation (RPF) and the Frontier Counties Development Council (@FCDCKenya ) have concluded a three-day joint monitoring mission in #Maralal, Samburu County to review the implementation of the Digital Learning Program in RPF-supported schools. The mission began with a courtesy visit to the County Director of Education, Mr. Abraham Kenei, to introduce the objectives of the monitoring exercise. The team then conducted school visits in St. Pauls Primary & Junior School, Muslim Primary & Junior School, Ngari Primary School, Shabaa Primary & Junior School, Lporos Primary & Junior School, Tamiyoi Primary School, Lkurroto Primary & Junior School, Ladero Primary School and Loikas Primary School. During the visits, the team observed classroom sessions where teachers were implementing the Raspberry Pi Foundation computing curriculum, with learners actively engaging in practical digital learning activities that support the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). The mission concluded with an exit meeting at the CDE’s office where MoE officials shared key findings and feedback from the monitoring exercise and discussed ways to strengthen the ongoing implementation of the Digital Learning Program.

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) exercise for the @EduMinKenya @Raspberry_Pi Foundation– @FCDCKenya Digital Learning Programme continues to reveal positive developments across project schools. Last week, the M&E team visited Marsabit County, where both learners and teachers showcased their growing confidence in utilizing digital tools to enhance classroom learning. Yesterday, the assessments shifted to two new locations. In isiolo County, the team visited Waso Primary School, where they received a warm welcome and witnessed impressive engagement from learners and teachers with digital learning. Further along the coast in Lamu County, the M&E exercise reached Mohamoud Bin Fadhil Girls Primary and Junior School, where learners displayed curiosity and improved skills while interacting with the school's digital learning resources. From Marsabit last week to Isiolo and Lamu yesterday, the programme is steadily establishing itself in diverse learning environments. The enthusiasm of learners and the dedication of teachers remain essential to its success. #DigitalLearning #STEMEducation #ASALEducation #RaspberryPiFoundation #FCDC #Education

Great moment with the National Coordinator for the North Eastern Dev Initiative (NEDI) Hon @simba_guleid in #Tarbaj (Wajir) while on an infrastructural oversight visit in the ongoing HoAGDP project, implemented by @KeNHAKenya Always humble & full of ideas.

The Community Land Act, 2016 was enacted to give effect to Article 63 of the Constitution of Kenya and to provide for the recognition, protection, and registration of community land rights. The Act empowers communities to own, manage, and govern their land through legally recognized structures such as Community Land Management Committees (CLMCs), ensuring transparency, accountability, and sustainable use of shared resources. Today, the Frontier Counties Development Council – Livestock sector strengthening program (FCDC-#LSS) commenced an induction training for the newly elected Community Land Management Committee (CLMC) of the Goriale community in Garissa County. The training aims to equip committee members with the knowledge and skills required to effectively discharge their roles and responsibilities under the Community Land Act, 2016, including community land governance, dispute resolution, record keeping, and sustainable land management. The induction was officially opened by the Area Member of County Assembly for Goriale Ward, Hon. Farhrudin Sadik, who emphasized the importance of strong community institutions in safeguarding community land rights and promoting development. He encouraged the newly elected committee members to uphold integrity, transparency, and inclusivity as they serve their community. This initiative marks an important milestone in strengthening community land governance and supporting communities to fully exercise their land rights in line with the law.

A milestone highlight was the formal launch of the @FCDCKenya Early Childhood Development Strategic Plan 2025–2030. Alongside partners like @RaspberryPi_org, UNICEF, & EIDU, we are proving that through coordinated leadership, digital transformation in education is achievable.

The Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC), through the implementation of the Livestock Sector Strengthening (#LSS) and #RANGE Programmes, convened a regional peacebuilding forum at Archers Post – Umoja Waso Camp bringing together stakeholders from Marsabit, Isiolo, and Samburu counties. The meeting brought into one platform community peace committees, Community Land Management Committees (CLMCs), traditional leaders, County Government peace departments, national government security actors, and civil society organizations to deliberate on persistent conflicts associated with natural resource use, livestock mobility, and land governance. The engagement aimed to strengthen coordination between community and institutional peace actors, enhance collaboration across counties, and provide a contextual briefing to newly deployed national government officers on emerging conflict dynamics and existing peace efforts. Discussions further emphasized the importance of linking peacebuilding initiatives with sustainable rangeland management and livestock production systems, while reinforcing the role of local peace structures in conflict prevention and resolution. The Livestock Sector Strengthening (LSS) Programme is funded by the @SwissDevCoop under @SwissEmbassyKE in Kenya, while the #RANGE Programme is funded by @NLinKenya. #FCDC #Peacebuilding #Livelihoods #Rangelands #Partnerships

Analogue sirudi tena! Analogue sirudi tena! Mimi naenda Digitali! Today in Nairobi, the @FCDCKenya Frontier Counties Development Council and the @Raspberry_Pi Foundation convened national and county education leaders to strengthen ICT learning in schools. The meeting brought together the Ministry of Education, @UNICEFKenya, county education executives, and development partners to align policy with practical implementation in classrooms across frontier counties. At the heart of the discussions was a shared priority ensuring learners in ASAL and frontier regions are not left behind as education becomes increasingly digital. From policy to partnership, the focus was clear: scale what works and deliver real impact where it matters most. #PNTVAfrica #TellingOurStoriesOurWay #DigitalEducation #FrontierCounties

Wonderful moderation and presentation by the experienced hand of @abdullahi_maa Abdullahi Maalim Education sector lead @FCDCKenya

The conversation has started. The momentum is building. 🗣️🗣 The call to action is unanimous. As we gear up for the Northeastern Kenya Education Symposium this April, hear why we can no longer operate in silos. We need every stakeholder at the table. #NEEducationReform #CBEReady

The three-day Samburu LBB monitoring exercise conducted from 16th to 18th February 2026 has successfully concluded, marking continued progress in strengthening inclusive, learner-centred education. The @TheActionKenya Foundation (TAF), in partnership with @FCDCKenya and the @TSC_KE carried out joint monitoring visits across five selected LBB implementation schools in Samburu (Maralal and Wamba Sub counties)under the @UNICEFKenya -funded programme. The exercise commenced with courtesy visits to the County Director of Education, Mr. Abraham Kenei, and the Deputy Director of Education, Mr. Hussein Gufu, reinforcing collaboration and alignment on inclusive education priorities. Supported by the Curriculum Support Officer, the team visited St. Paul’s Integrated School, Seneiya Special School, Maralal DEB Comprehensive School, Lkurroto Primary School, and Ntepes Primary School. Classroom observations focused on teacher practices, learner engagement, and the integration of play-based learning approaches. To strengthen evidence-based assessment, the team utilized a KoboCollect digital tool featuring structured questions designed to assess learner participation, responsiveness, and learning experiences within LBB-supported classrooms. The monitoring exercise generated valuable field insights on implementation progress, teacher experiences, learner interaction, and existing resource needs.

@FCDCKenya is pleased to join the Ministry of Lands officials in congratulating the Qoryale community on the election of their Community Land Management Committee (CLMC). This milestone strengthens community-led land governance, a crucial step towards securing land rights and promoting sustainable development in North Eastern Kenya. Secure land governance is the foundation of dryland resilience. With clear boundaries, transparent records, and functional committees, communities can protect their land from grabbing and fragmentation. Inclusive representation of women and youth ensures all voices are heard, while land-use planning safeguards vital grazing corridors and water points. Accountability in land-based revenue management builds trust and drives investment. When land is secure, investment follows. When governance is clear, conflict reduces. When communities control their land, development becomes sustainable #CommunityLandRights #FCDC #LandGovernanceMatters"

A Call to Action: Join the Conversation on Education Reform in North Eastern Kenya . As we approach the North Eastern Kenya Education Symposium, we invite all stakeholders to join the conversation on shaping the future of education in our region. This critical event will bring together policymakers, educators, community leaders, and development partners to address pressing challenges and chart a bold way forward. Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and breakout sessions, we'll explore practical solutions and develop a roadmap for education transformation in North Eastern Kenya. Join us Mid-April in one of our vibrant North Eastern counties! - Engage with education leaders and experts - Share your insights and experiences - Be part of shaping the future of education in our region Stay tuned for updates and let's work together to drive positive change! #NEEducationReform #CBEReady #QualityEducationForAll

1/5🚨 Earlier today, key education stakeholders from Northeastern Kenya convened to discuss the state of education in the region. With a clear focus on brainstorming on the salient issues of the region's CBE preparedness, enrolment, and examination integrity,

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Earlier today, key education stakeholders from North Eastern Kenya convened to take stock of the state of education in the region, the existing historical and current challenges and chart a way forward on priority interventions. The meeting provided a platform for candid and solution-oriented deliberations, with particular focus on the region’s preparedness for the Competency-Based Education (#CBE) transition, learner enrolment trends, retention, infrastructure and human resource gaps, potential opportunities and the integrity of national examinations. Participants acknowledged the urgent need for evidence-informed interventions and resolved to commission a focused study to document the key structural, systemic, and socio-cultural challenges affecting education outcomes in the region. In addition, the stakeholders agreed to convene a major regional education symposium in mid-April, to be hosted in one of the North Eastern counties. The symposium will bring together policymakers, education practitioners, community leaders, and development partners to validate findings, build consensus, and develop a practical reform roadmap. A multi-sectoral steering committee was constituted to spearhead planning, resource mobilization, and overall coordination of the initiative. Addressing the participants, Garissa Township MP, Hon. Rtd. Major Dekow Barrow @DekowMajor , spoke extensively on the existential threat posed by examination malpractice, warning that it undermines credibility, erodes merit, and compromises the long-term prospects of learners and the region. He also highlighted the impact of irregular settlements and unplanned urban growth on access, infrastructure planning, and the overall quality of education. The meeting drew participation from prominent leaders, including former MPs Hon. Mohamed Elmi, Hon. Mohamed Maalim Mohamud (Mumad), Hon. Abdirahman Ali Hassan (Olow), Hon. Mohamed Hussein (Qaras), and Hon. Abdullahi Diriye (Dakalow). Also, in attendance were Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC) CEO Dr. @iofarah Idle Omar and #NACONEK CEO Mr. Harun Yussuf, alongside other regional education stakeholders. The convening was led by Horn-Afric, a regional policy think tank, in partnership with FCDC and the North Eastern Youth Development (@NEYDKenya ), underscoring a shared commitment to safeguarding and advancing education standards in the region.