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FROM LEARNING TO LEADING: MAKUENI’S COHORT VII INTERNS EXIT WITH JOBS, SCHOLARSHIP

It was a bittersweet moment as Makueni County’s seventh cohort of interns gathered today at Makueni Integrated Vocational Empowerment Centre for their exit meeting after one transformative year in various county departments.

The internship program, which aims to arm fresh graduates with hands-on skills for the competitive job market, saw 125 young professionals take up placements last July — and the results speak for themselves.

By the time they were concluding their contracts, eight had already secured employment opportunities, one earned a coveted scholarship for further studies, and many left equipped with valuable experience they can leverage moving forward.

The internship, a cornerstone of Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr.’s commitment to youth empowerment, offers practical exposure and mentorship to those making their first career strides in public service.

The meeting was presided over by ICT, Education and Internship, CECM, Elizabeth Muli, and attended by CECMs, Nicholas Nzioka, Devolution and Dr. Sonia Nzilani, Trade and Chief Officer Irene Makau.

The county is now turning its attention to the next batch. Applications for the eighth cohort are ongoing and will close on July 3.

NYERI TAPS MAKUENI’S ICT INNOVATIONS TO BOOST SERVICE DELIVERY

Nyeri County is looking to adopt cutting-edge digital systems from Makueni County in a bid to streamline operations and improve service delivery.

A delegation from Nyeri, led by the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, Training and Devolution, Margaret Macharia, and the Director of ICT, Felix Muriuki, is in Makueni for a week-long benchmarking visit focused on ICT integration, innovation, and education systems.

The team was officially received by Makueni Deputy Governor H.E. Lucy Mulili at her Wote office, where they were welcomed by CECM for ICT, Education and Internship Elizabeth Muli, Chief Officer Irene Makau, and County Attorney Stanley Nthiwa, among other county officials.

The benchmarking tour centres on Makueni’s Project Management and Tracking System (PMTS)—a homegrown digital solution that enhances transparency, accountability, and real-time monitoring of development projects—as well as the Education Management Information System (EMIS), which has been instrumental in streamlining operations across vocational training institutions.

The delegation kicked off their field visits at Nziu Vocational Training Centre, a flagship institution showcasing the county’s successful integration of ICT in practical skills training. Here, they interacted with trainers and students to gain insights into how digital tools are being used to empower youth and support technical education.

Speaking during the visit, CECM Margaret Macharia commended Makueni’s innovative approach to public service delivery, noting that the lessons drawn from the visit would inform Nyeri’s journey towards a more digitally enabled county government.

The benchmarking tour underlines Nyeri County’s strategic commitment to embracing ICT solutions to improve efficiency, promote transparency, and drive inclusive development.

ECDE TEACHERS TRAINED ON CHILD NURTURING CARE IN MAKUENI

Over 500 Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers drawn from Mbooni, Kaiti, and Makueni sub-counties have undergone a two-day training on Child Nurturing Care, held across various locations in Makueni County.

The workshop, supported by UNICEF, focused on key pillars of early childhood development including health, nutrition, safety, and responsive caregiving for children.

The trained teachers are now expected to champion best practices in nurturing care within their communities.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili lauded UNICEF for its continued support, reaffirming the county’s commitment to delivering quality early childhood education.

Education CECM Elizabeth Muli emphasized the critical role of nutrition in early learning and urged the teachers to actively engage parents in promoting proper nutrition among learners.

The event was attended by a host of leaders including Devolution CECM Nicholas Nzioka, County Attorney Stanley Nthiwa, Chief Officer for Education Irene Makau, UNICEF representative Rehema Muniu, nominated MCAs Jennifer Kamanthe and Elizabeth Mutindi.

TEACHERS IN MAKUENI EMPOWERED FOR A STRONG FOUNDATION IN EARLY LEARNING

A new chapter in early childhood education has begun in Makueni as 400 teachers from Kilome, Kibwezi West, and Kibwezi East gathered at Kibwezi Teachers Training College for a transformative capacity building workshop. This bold step, spearheaded by the County Government of Makueni in partnership with UNICEF, reflects a major investment in shaping the future of young learners.

The workshop comes hot on the heels of a historic achievement—Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr’s confirmation of all 959 participating teachers into permanent and pensionable terms. This landmark decision underscores the County’s strong commitment to the dignity, welfare, and professional growth of educators.

Under the theme “Retooling for Efficient Curriculum Implementation and Improved Caregiving,” the training aims to sharpen teachers’ skills in modern pedagogy, promote nurturing care, and enhance effective delivery of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).

The event was graced by key leaders including Deputy Governor H.E. Lucy Mulili, CECM ICT, Education and Internship Elizabeth Muli, CECM Devolution Nicholas Nzioka, UNICEF Kenya’s Jane Kariuki, KasaMBA Kiilu, Governor’s Political Advisor, and Chief Officer Irene Makau, among others.

Makueni County proudly becomes the first in Kenya to host a retooling workshop of this scale—further solidifying its place as a trailblazer in early learning development. Leaders and partners hailed Governor Mutula’s visionary leadership in making early childhood education a top priority.

The County has also inked a strategic partnership with UNICEF to drive impactful programs in health and nutrition, school feeding, digital learning, kitchen gardens, and social protection—all geared towards holistic child development.

This workshop is more than just training—it’s a movement to build a strong, nurturing foundation for Kenya’s future.

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LAMU COUNTY TEAM BENCHMARKS PROJECT MONITORING TRACKING SYSTEM IN MAKUENI

A delegation from Lamu County has begun a two-day benchmarking visit to Makueni County to study the Project Monitoring and Tracking System (PMTS), a digital platform developed by Makueni’s Information Technology team.

Led by Lamu’s Chief Officer for ICT, E-Government, and Citizen Participation, Ali Ahmed Muhdhar, the team aims to learn how the PMTS enhances project oversight and improves service delivery through real-time data tracking.

Welcoming the delegation, Makueni’s CECM for ICT, Education, and Internship, Elizabeth Muli, emphasized the importance of inter-county collaboration in promoting accountability and improving service delivery. She highlighted how the PMTS has transformed Makueni’s project management by ensuring real-time monitoring, faster decision-making, and better resource utilization.

Muhdhar commended Makueni’s innovations, noting that Lamu plans to adopt similar solutions to strengthen its project management processes. He added that digital platforms like PMTS are essential for enhancing transparency, improving service delivery, and ensuring that development projects meet the needs of citizens.

GOVERNOR MUTULA LAUNCHES ONE-STOP DIGITAL LAND SERVICES SYSTEM

Makueni County has gone digital in its land services bringing all land related services under one digital roof—Makueni Ardhi System— accessible from any part of the globe at the click of a button.

The self-service portal launched by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr on Tuesday is modelled after the national government’s Ardhisasa, and guarantees users 24/7 convenient access of land services such as:

• Payment of property rates and rent,

• Plot searches,

• Application of construction permits, clearance certificates and other development permissions,

• Property owners are provided with flexible payment options where they are able to make partial payments on property rent and rates.

• The system is configured to give users feedback through SMSs and email and promoting paperless transactions.

The system has onboarded 32,332 plots, from 27,000 plots before development of Ardhi Makueni. From this number, Makueni targets to raise Ksh 170 million in Own Source Revenue from land-based revenue streams in the 2024/2025 Financial Year.

The system while increasing efficiency in land resources management will weed out malpractices such public land grabbing and or encroachment.

Log onto https://lims.makueni.go.ke to access these digital services.

BUSIA COUNTY SEEKS TO LEARN FROM MAKUENI’S PROJECT MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY

Busia County has expressed interest in adopting Makueni’s advanced Project Monitoring and Tracking System (PMTS) to enhance project oversight, transparency and service delivery.

A delegation from Makueni, On Invitation of H.E Dr. Paul Otuoma led by CECM ICT, Education and Internship Elizabeth Muli, County Attorney Stanley Nthiwa, Chief Officer Irene Makau and Acting Director ICT Benjamin Makau, among other officials, is in Busia for a two-day engagement to initiate the process of onboarding Busia County to the PMTS

Under the leadership of H.E. Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr, Makueni has prioritized technology-driven governance, with PMTS playing a key role in enhancing efficiency, accountability and timely project implementation.

Busia’s leadership, represented by County Secretary Oscar Juma and CECM for Public Service Pamela Awori, welcomed the partnership, acknowledging Makueni’s success in using technology to enhance accountability and ensure timely project execution.

This collaboration marks a major step in Busia’s efforts to integrate digital solutions for better governance.

CECM ELIZABETH MULI TOURS DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN KIIMA KIU KALANZONI WARD

CECM ICT, Education and Internship, Elizabeth Muli toured Kiima Kiu Kalanzoni Ward to evaluate the progress of various ongoing projects aimed at enhancing Education and Skill development in the region.

The visit underscores H.E Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr’s commitment to improving the lives of Makueni County residents through strategic investments in quality Education and Infrastructure. By focusing on transformative projects, Governor Mutula seeks to empower communities, promote economic growth, and ensure access to modern learning facilities for all.

Among the key initiatives inspected was the construction of the Kwa Ndeke ECDE center, designed to offer a modern, supportive environment for early childhood education.

CECM Elizabeth also toured the newly completed Kisse ECDE facility, which is already providing high-quality early education and addressing the needs of the surrounding community.

Additionally, she visited Enzai Community Technical Training Institute (CTTI), a vital hub equipping young people with practical skills to enhance their employability and drive economic empowerment across the region.

Reviewing 2024 Achievements and Planning for 2025: Makueni ICT, Education, and Internship Department’s Roadmap to Growth

Today, the Department of ICT, Education and Internship gathered at Makueni Integrated Vocational Empowerment Center (MIVEC) to review progress for 2024 and plan for 2025.

The meeting, themed “2024 Progress and Performance Review and Planning for 2025,” reflected on the county’s key achievements and outlined strategies for continued growth.

A highlight of 2024 was the Skills Exhibition on 19th September at Kwa Kakulu CTTI, which showcased student and artisan talents while fostering partnerships to advance vocational training.

Additionally, 61 chairpersons were appointed to oversee the County Technical and Vocational Training Institutes (CTTIs), strengthening governance and service delivery at the grassroots level.

Seven Managers were recognized for their outstanding performance in 2024 and the focus for 2025 will be on enhancing skills, improving governance and empowering Makueni’s youth to drive economic growth.

The ceremony was officiated by Elizabeth Muli, CECM for ICT, Education and Internship alongside Dr. Justin Kyambi, County Secretary and Head of Public Service and Irene Makau, the Chief Officer.

Makueni Launches Key Publications to Enhance Data-Driven Development and Accountability

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Wednesday launched key publications aimed at advancing data-driven decision-making and accountability.

Governor Mutula presided over the unveiling of the County Indicator Handbook for the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027, the sixth edition of the County Statistical Abstract (CSA-2024), and the first-ever Ward Development Profiles.

The newly launched Indicator Handbook provides a comprehensive set of metrics to assess progress on the county’s development agenda, while the CSA-2024 enhances access to critical data for informed decision-making.

The Governor also highlighted the county’s innovative Projects Monitoring and Tracking System (PMTS), a digital platform that allows stakeholders and citizens to monitor the status of county programs and projects in real time. The system, accessible via the county’s website, fosters transparency and provides a channel for public feedback.

Governor Mutula revealed that additional modules are being incorporated into the PMTS to improve its analytical capabilities and usability. “These enhancements, combined with annual data series developed in collaboration with Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), ensure that we have accurate, updated, and actionable data to guide our policies and accountability efforts,” he noted.

The Ward Development Profiles, another key publication, offer a detailed assessment of programs and projects implemented in specific wards over the past two years. Verified by the community and decentralized government staff, the profiles reflect the county’s commitment to grassroots involvement in development planning and assessment.

The Governor urged citizens to actively participate in the county’s development journey. “Development starts with local action. Together, we can build a brighter future for Makueni County.”

The event was also attended by Director Abdulkadir Amin Awes, representing the Director General of the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics; Deputy County Commissioner Rashid Kwanya, representing the County Commissioner; Makueni County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, Finance, Agriculture and Devolution CECMs Damaris Kavoi, Joyce Mutua and Nicholas Nzioka respectively.