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COMMUNITY CALLS FOR STRATEGIC WATER DISTRIBUTION TO ENHANCE ACCESS.

August 19, 2024

Residents of the Nzaui/Kilili/Kalamba ward have called on the County Government to focus on extending water distribution from existing water points to more accessible locations, rather than creating new sources. This request was made during a public participation forum for the 2025/26 Annual Development Plan (ADP) held on Monday at AIC Matiliku Central.

Some of the proposed water distribution projects include Kilinga Water Spring, Kaiani Borehole, and Yanthooko Water Sump. These initiatives aim to improve access to water for both domestic and irrigation purposes within the ward.

The County Government continues to prioritize community input in its development planning, ensuring that decisions are responsive to the needs of residents. Public participation forums were conducted in all 30 wards across the county to capture and address the diverse needs of the community.

The public participation forum was graced by the Chief Officer for Socio-Economic Planning Boniface Mutua.

REVENUE PERFORMANCE

Enhanced Own-Source Revenue (OSR) is vital for improving local services and development. It allows the county to fund key projects like healthcare, education, and infrastructure independently, leading to better, more timely initiatives that meet local needs.

Higher OSR also boosts the county’s financial autonomy, promoting sustainable growth and reducing reliance on national funding.

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MAKUENI SELF-SERVICE PORTAL TO EASE PAYMENT OF FEES BY BUSINESS PEOPLE.

August 14, 2024

Makueni County is set to launch a self-service portal to simplify the payment of fees and charges for traders and businesspeople, Finance County Executive Committee Member Damaris Kavoi has announced.

The self-service portal will enable business owners to efficiently manage their transactions from the comfort of their own homes. 

Through this platform, they will be able to register their businesses, view invoices and customer statements, make payments and access permits and licences without the need for in-person visits.

The new system represents a major upgrade from the current process, which involves manual intervention and has been slow and costly.

CEC Kavoi spoke in Wote on Wednesday during a media briefing on the County performance for the Financial Year 2023-2024.

In the 2023-2024 fiscal year, Makueni County allocated 30% of its annual procurement budget to youth, women, and people with disabilities, fostering inclusivity, affirmative action and entrepreneurship.

The County Government also allocated over 40% of its annual procurement budget to local contractors, significantly exceeding the 20% threshold mandated by the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act. This allocation aimed to strengthen local businesses and create job opportunities.

CEC Kavoi was accompanied by Chief Officers Boniface Mutua and John Nguni and directors from the County Treasury.

MAKUENI UNVEILS DIGITAL SYSTEM TO REGISTER SUPPLIERS.

August 14, 2024

Makueni County has introduced a new digital registration system for suppliers in a bid to streamline operations.

The system is designed to enhance transparency and accountability, with every step being trackable and open to scrutiny.Suppliers can now register from the convenience of their homes or offices, saving valuable time and resources.

The County will benefit from a comprehensive database of suppliers across all categories, leading to informed decision-making and efficient resource allocation.

The digital system also acts as a robust safeguard against corrupt practices, ensuring that only the most qualified and legitimate suppliers are considered for partnerships with the county.

This digital transformation is poised to increase efficiency, promote fair competition, and drive faster economic growth in Makueni County.

Makueni County Procurement Portal https://www.procurement.makueni.go.ke

MAKUENI COUNTY ENGAGES CITIZENS TO PRIORITIZE 2025-26 PROJECTS

Wote: August 13th 2024

Makueni County Treasury has kicked off public participation forums at the ward level to engage citizens in prioritizing projects and programs for implementation during the 2025-26 financial year. The forums aim to incorporate citizens’ views into the County Annual Development Plan (CADP) 2025-26, which will form the basis for the implementation of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-27.

The meetings are scheduled to take place today in 15 wards, with the remaining wards to be engaged on Thursday. The County Committee Member for Finance and Socio-Economic Planning, Damaris Kavoi, officially opened the Wote ward forum at Wote Social Hall on Tuesday.

In her address, Kavoi highlighted a significant budget cut of Kshs. 430 million due to reduced allocation from the National Treasury. This reduction impacts planned projects and programs at the ward level. She assured County residents that the County Government is actively seeking solutions to address the deficit and ensure continued service delivery to residents.

The theme of the current Annual Development Plan is “Stimulating Local Economies for Shared Prosperity. “

MAKUENI LAUDED FOR EXEMPLARY GOVERNANCE AND INNOVATION AT PEER REVIEW SUMMIT

Makueni County has been feted for its outstanding public participation governance model by the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) /African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Kenya Secretariat at the inaugural National County Peer Review Mechanism Summit held in Nairobi on Wednesday.

The County Peer Review Mechanism (CPRM) is a voluntary self-assessment tool for Kenyan counties, designed to facilitate the sharing of experiences, reinforcement of best practices, identification of deficiencies, and assessment of capacity-building needs to promote political stability, economic growth, and sustainable development.

Makueni, assessed alongside 11 other counties, scored an impressive 71% in public participation. The review, conducted by the CPRM’s Panel of Eminent Persons, involved citizen feedback on devolution since 2013 and covered four main thematic areas: Democracy and Political Governance, Economic Governance and Management, Socio-Economic Development, and Corporate Governance.

The county was also commended for its Green Roads for Water initiative, which integrates water management and re-greening into road design.

Makueni also earned praise for automating its Own Source Revenue (OSR) collection, achieving a revenue target of Kshs. 1 billion in the 2023/24 financial year.

The Maisha Meds Inventory Management System in Makueni also impressed the Panel of Eminent Persons. They urged other counties to adopt similar systems, noting that it has significantly improved the security of commodities in Makueni.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr received accolades for his leadership and pledged to sustain and enhance the county’s performance to ensure continued satisfaction among residents. He was accompanied by Finance CEC Damaris Kavoi and Chief Officer Socio Economic Planning Boniface Mutua.

MAKUENI COUNTY KICKS OFF PREPARATION OF ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR 2025/26 FINANCIAL YEAR

The County Treasury has commenced preparations for the third Annual Development Plan (ADP) to implement the County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027 (CIDP III).

The department is working closely with 8 sectors representing various county departments and agencies to establish strategic priorities for the 2025/26 financial year.

The ADP serves as the framework to guide resource allocation to priority projects and programs.

Socio-Economic Planning Chief Officer Boniface Mutua said that this ADP will provide an opportunity for the government to stimulate economic growth at the grassroots through the integration of various sectors.

Mutua spoke on Thursday when he officially opened the Sector Working Groups session in Wote.

The process also involves reviewing achievements, challenges encountered, and lessons learned from the previous plan

Before submission to the county assembly for approval by September 1, 2024, the document will undergo stakeholder engagement and public participation.

REVENUE OFFICERS COMMENDED FOR REACHING KSH. 1 BILLION TARGET

Financial Services ECM Damaris Kavoi has praised revenue officers for achieving the Ksh. 1 billion own-source collection target in the 2023/2024 financial year.

Speaking at ACK Salama, Kavoi met with the officers and pledged to offer more training and improve their welfare. She attributed the achievement to enhanced client relations, which made revenue collection more humane. Kavoi also expressed gratitude to the citizens of Makueni for willingly paying their taxes and fees.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. had earlier acknowledged the contributions of the business community to this success. As a gesture of appreciation, he granted them a one-day tax amnesty on Friday, July 5th.

MAKUENI CELEBRATED FOR OUTSTANDING BUDGET TRANSPARENCY

May 24, 2024

Makueni County Government has been lauded for its budget transparency, securing the second position consecutively in the annual survey conducted by the International Budget Partnership Kenya for Financial Year 2022/23, with an impressive score of 80 per cent.

The survey assessed key budget documents such as County Budget and Review Paper, County Fiscal Strategy Paper, Citizens/Mwananchi Budgets, County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) and the Annual Developent Plan. Makueni had the most comprehensive County Integrated Development Plan 2023-27.

Other documents assessed were Approved Programme Based Budgets, 

Quarterly Budget Implementation Reports and the Finance Act.

Finance and Budget Executive Damaris Kavoi on Friday received the award on behalf of the county government at Serena Hotel, Nairobi.

She emphasized the importance of transparency for effective planning, accountability, and citizen engagement. This recognition bolsters the county’s credibility with donors and partners. 

Kavoi was accompanied by Planning Chief Officer Mutua Boniface and staff from the department.

MAKUENI EYES SH 1.2B IN OWN SOURCE REVENUE THROUGH COLLECTION PARTNERSHIP WITH KCB.

Makueni and Kenya Commercial Bank have partnered to enhance the county’s Own Source Revenue collection with a target of Sh 1.2 Billion in the 2023/2024 Financial Year.

On Thursday, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr  and a delegation of KCB managers held a review of the ongoing Market Outreach Last Mile revenue collection which has so far netted Sh 887M.

The team also flagged an accelerated campaign towards the Sh 1.2B mark which also entails a joint coaching of business people on developing bankable ideas, loan and insurance products. 

Governor Mutula said the partnership will be scaled to support the agricultural value chain especially in marketing of mangoes, pixies and green grams.