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Turkana County

The cradle of humankind — Lake Turkana and Kenya's energy powerhouse

Turkana is Kenya's hottest county and the cradle of humankind (Koobi Fora). Home to Lake Turkana, the world's largest permanent desert lake, massive wind farms, and recent oil discoveries.

Capital
Lodwar
Population
1,351,000
Area
67,961 km²
Energy Fisheries Pastoralism Oil
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Economic Sectors
25
Total Listings
0
Exhibitions
1,351,000
Population

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Top Attractions

Must-visit destinations in Turkana

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Turkana Game Reserve

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Turkana Coral Reef

adventure
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Turkana Beach

cultural
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Turkana Scenic Viewpoint

cultural

Places to Stay

Hotels and resorts in Turkana

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Turkana Inn

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Turkana Resort

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Turkana Guest House

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Featured highlights and destinations

Lake Turkana (Jade Sea) Koobi Fora archaeological site Central Island National Park Sibiloi National Park Turkana wind farm