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How Wajir Became Northern Kenya’s Key Trade Gateway to Somalia and Ethiopia

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CS Chirchir Hails Progress of Wajir Road Projects Ahead of Madaraka Day

Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Roads and Transport Davis Chirchir has praised the progress of major road infrastructure projects in Wajir ahead of the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations, saying contractors are working to meet deadlines and maintain quality standards.

Hussein Haji May 23, 2026

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Kenya’s Oldest Northern Town: How Wajir Shaped the History of the Frontier

Wajir is preparing to host the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations, renewed focus is turning to the historic northern town whose story reflects Kenya’s complex history of marginalisation, resilience and frontier development.

Yunis Dekow May 23, 2026