The North Eastern Region of Kenya comprises three counties Garissa, Wajir, and Mandera with postal codes ranging from 70100 to 70301 . This region uses a distinct 7 prefix in its five-digit numeric postal codes, reflecting its administrative clustering under the Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK).
North Eastern Region at a Glance
| Regional Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Counties | 3 |
| County Names | Garissa, Wajir, Mandera |
| Postal Code Range | 70100–70301 |
| Regional Area (sq km) | 126,902 |
| Total Population (2024 est.) | ~1.4 million |
| Regional Headquarters | Garissa Town |
| Major Economic Activities | Pastoralism, Cross-border trade, Logistics |
| Primary Languages | Somali, Kiswahili, English |
| Climate Zones | Arid and Semi-arid |
| Major Transportation Hubs | Garissa Airport, Wajir Airport |
| Regional Postal Distribution Centers | Garissa Main Post Office (70100), Wajir Post Office (70200) |
| Cross-Border Points | Liboi (Garissa), Mandera Border Point |
| Main Commercial Centers | Garissa Town, Wajir Town, Mandera Town |
Regional Administrative Structure
The North Eastern Region is overseen by a Presidential-appointed Regional Commissioner, who coordinates security, inter-county development, and national government functions. This role complements elected County Governors, who manage devolved services under Kenya’s two-tier governance system.
The region’s administrative hierarchy comprises sub-counties (13 total) and wards (30 total), aligning with electoral boundaries set by the IEBC. While governors manage county-specific resources (e.g., healthcare, roads), the Regional Commissioner oversees cross-county initiatives, such as drought response and border security.
North Eastern Kenya Postal Codes
The counties in this region have postal codes in the range of Garissa (70100–70105), Wajir (70200–70202), and Mandera (70300–70301).
| County | Headquarters | Postal Code | Major Towns |
| Garissa | Garissa Town | 70100 | Dadaab (70103), Masalani (70105) |
| Wajir | Wajir Town | 70200 | Habaswein (70201), Griftu (70202) |
| Mandera | Mandera Town | 70300 | Elwak (70301) |