Police Officer Shot Dead, Gun Stolen While Guarding KCSE Exam Papers in Turkana ‎

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Turkana County Police Commander, Samuel Ndanyi. ‎A police officer was shot dead in cold blood on Monday morning while guarding Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination papers in Turkana County.  ‎ The tragic incident occurred at Kang’atotha area, Turkana Central, where officers had been deployed to provide security during the ongoing national examinations. ‎ ‎According to police reports, the slain officer was part of a team assigned to escort and guard examination materials at a local school. Witnesses said the attack happened shortly after dawn when unknown assailants ambushed the officer. His firearm, a G3 rifle, was stolen after the shooting. ‎ ‎Turkana County Police Commander Samuel Ndanyi confirmed the incident, saying the assailants struck before other officers at the examination center could respond. “We lost one of our officers this morning while he was on official duty securing KCSE exam materials. The attackers took off with his rifle. A manhunt has bee...
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President Salva Kiir Mayardiit said that, he is committed to implement the peace agreement in the country

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President Salva Kiir Mayardiit assured, the Norwegian government that he is committed to implement the peace agreement in South Sudan. 


South Sudan president president promised the Norwegian people that, he will implement all the provisions of the peace agreement to pave way for the conduction of the the elections in South Sudan next year 2024. 


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President Kiir, made his promise while addressing the Norwegian Special Envoy for South Sudan and Sudan Mr. Jon Anton Johnson in Juba, South Sudan. 


Mr. Jon Anton Johnson, the Norwegian Special Envoy for South Sudan and Sudan said that, they have discussed the challenges facing South Sudan and the region. 


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Jon added that the meeting as well touched on the big events, including the elections in 2024, as stipulated in the peace accord, to allow South Sudanese choose leaders of their choice.


Foreign Minister Dr. James Pitia Morgan said the government would in the coming days establish the electoral institutions to prepare the country for the polls.


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The meeting also discussed the crisis in Sudan and other regional matters of concern.


Norway, is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains, glaciers and deep coastal fjords. 


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Oslo, the capital, is a city of green spaces and museums. Preserved 9th-century Viking ships are displayed at Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum. 


Bergen, with colorful wooden houses, is the starting point for cruises to the dramatic Sognefjord. 


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Norway is also known for fishing, hiking and skiing, notably at Lillehammer’s Olympic resort.

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