01/10/2026
*TUCHIWIDO Commemorates International Day of Order Persons in Turkana Central Sub-County*
Today, TUCHIWIDO, a community based organization joins the global older persons in commemorating the International Day of the Older Persons at the NCPWD office Lodwar next to Lodwar mixed primary and Junior comprehensive school on 1st October, 2026. This event is organizer by Echami Aito in collaboration with NCPWD, TUPADO, KCB, EQUITY, TURK REEF Hotel, Kenya Red Cross Society, Social protection, Turkana County Government, FOLTS, Cooperative Bank, Namo Hospital, Lodwar Hills Hospital,Help Age,and Stegra Hotel under the powerful theme: " The Age of Longevity: Rethinking systems for longer lives "
During the celebrations, the community was urged to take better care of the elderly and ensure they live in dignity and with proper support.
Speakers at the event emphasized the important role older persons play in society as custodians of culture, wisdom, and peace, and called on families to avoid neglecting them.
The elderly, on their part, appealed to the government to incredible the monthly stipend provided under the Inua Jamii cash transfer program, saying the current amount is not enough to meet their basics needs amid the rising cost of living.
They said many of them struggle to afford food, medicine, and other essentials and depend entirely on the support.
Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus who attended the event assured the elderly that their concerns will be forwarded to the National government and reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of older persons in Turkana.