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GOVERNOR KILONZO MEETS BODA BODA OPERATORS TO ADDRESS RISING INSECURITY IN MAKUENI.

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has vowed to tackle the exploitation of boda boda operators by motorbike sellers charging exorbitant interest rates.

During a security meeting with hundreds of boda boda operators from Wote town, Governor Kilonzo also accused sellers of using fake trackers on new motorbikes, contributing to increased thefts. He called for stringent penalties for motorbike thieves in the county.

The Governor announced that the county would offer loans to boda boda operators through the Tetheka Fund, which provides low-interest financing.

The meeting was prompted by the operators’ protests following the killing of one of their members, Mwendwa Mung’eu, by suspected thugs in Wote town, along with a surge in motorbike thefts.

Makueni County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu urged the police to use confidential drop box methods to gather intelligence from locals .

The event was also attended by Devolution ECM Japheth Mangoka,area MCA Felix Mateso and other county officials.

MULILI LAUDS MAKUENI STUDENTS’ EXCELLENCE AT UNIVERSITY MENTORSHIP WORKSHOP

More than 83 students from Makueni participated in a mentorship workshop for the 2024 university cohort at Greenpark in Wote.

This group is part of the 95 students who joined the Makueni scholarship program in 2020. Since its inception, the program has benefited over 758 bright and needy students from Makueni.

This year alone, at least 102 students received full sponsorships for their high school education.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, accompanied by County Executive Committee Member for Education Elizabeth Muli and Chief Officer for ICT, Education, and Internship Irene Makau, commended the students for their outstanding performance.

Among them, 18 students achieved As in last year’s KCSE national examinations.

These top performers were rewarded with cash tokens and other gifts as they prepare to join university in September.

Deputy Governor Mulili reaffirmed the County’s commitment to supporting education through bursaries and scholarships.

She emphasized that the workshop aimed to promote personal and professional growth by providing guidance and support.

Mulili encouraged the students to remain dedicated to learning and to foster a sense of belonging and connectedness in their academic pursuits.

OVER 1,500 MAKUENI STUDENTS TO BENEFIT FROM HEALTH PROJECT

Over 1,500 students from grades 6 to 8 in Kibwezi, Makueni, Kaiti, and Mbooni sub-counties will benefit from the Mainstreaming Gender in Adolescent Health and Nutrition Project by Nutrition International. Launched by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili at Watuka Primary School, the project aims to improve adolescent health and nutrition.

Mulili emphasized the project’s focus on providing accurate information on sexual and reproductive health to adolescents. The project covers nutrition, drug abuse, and gender-based violence, aiming for positive behavioral change.

Isaack Wachira, Makueni’s county coordinator for Nutrition International, highlighted the project’s efforts to support pregnant adolescents and adolescent mothers with nutrition education and supplementation.

The event was also attended by Assistant County Commissioner for Kako Division Jackline Leah, nominated members of the county assembly Hon. Elizabeth Mutindi Kiio, Hon. Sarah Mbilo, Hon. Josephine Muasa, Majority Whip Hon. Joyce Kamene, Director of Gender Jane Makau, and Director of Youth Affairs Boniface Muting’a.

GOVERNOR MUTULA KILONZO JR HAS CALLED FOR AN AND TO THE VIOLENCE THAT HAS CHARACTERIZED GEN Z DEMONSTRATIONS.

Speaking at a burial event in Kalimbini village, Kilome, on Friday, Governor Mutula said such violence is detrimental to the country’s social and economic development as it can scare away investors.

He said it was regretable that Eden Supermarket in Emali, owned by James Mbaluka, one of the biggest employers of young people was looted and millions worth of goods carted away.

Governor Mutula asked the Kenya Kwanza government to prioritize peace above all else, saying a country 61 years old cannot be let to slip to anarchy after many years of peaceful co-existence.

GOVERNOR MUTULA KILONZO JR ON WEDNESDAY VISITED THE FAMILY OF PROMINENT BUSINESSMAN JAMES MBALUKA WHO LOST HIS WIFE.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr on Wednesday visited the family of prominent businessman James Mbaluka who lost his wife to condole with the family at his Sultan Hamud home.

Naleous Mwende passed on 8th July 2024 and will be buried on 26th July 2024. The governor urged the local community to shun violence during demonstrations saying some businesses along Mombasa Road were looted and some even razed in the past few weeks.

He was accompanied by ECMs Japheth Mangoka, Devolution; Eng. Sebastian Kyoni, Roads; Dr. Sonia Nzilani, Trade; MCAs Reuben Nzai, Kasikeu; Kyalo Mumo, Tulimani; and Cosmas Kaleli, Emali/Mulala Ward.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI CHAMPIONS EDUCATION AND DISCIPLINE AT SCHOOL EVENTS.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili graced the prize-giving ceremonies at Kitaingo Springs of Hope Primary School and Nduluni Secondary School on Saturday .

At Kitaingo Springs of Hope, Mulili emphasized the crucial role of parental involvement in children’s lives, especially during school breaks, to safeguard against incidents of abuse.

Addressing students at Nduluni Secondary School, Mulili underscored the importance of discipline in achieving academic success.

Mulili highlighted education as a powerful equalizer and encouraged students to focus on their studies without being hindered by their backgrounds. She motivated them to aspire to become future leaders through dedication to learning.

Furthermore, Mulili urged students across schools to refrain from destructive actions such as burning and damaging property during strikes, reminding them of the added burden it places on their parents.

The area member of County Assembly for Ilima and Kasikeu wards Jonathan Muthoka and Reuben Musau were in attendance.

GOVERNMENT OF MAKUENI STEPS UP SUPPORT FOR VULNERABLE GROUPS

Addressing the pressing challenges posed by poverty and vulnerability, the government of Makueni has taken decisive action to support its most marginalized citizens.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili led a distribution effort on Wednesday, providing blankets, mattresses, and essential food items to elderly residents, persons living with disabilities, and other vulnerable individuals across the county.

The initiative, which unfolded in Masongaleni ward and reached residents from 15 local clusters, aims to offer warmth and comfort during the current chilly weather.

Mulili emphasized the administration’s commitment, under Governor Mutula Kilonzo’s leadership, to safeguarding and empowering vulnerable groups, ensuring they feel valued and supported within the community.

“This program is crucial in preventing our elderly population from falling below the poverty line,” Mulili stated, highlighting ongoing plans to extend similar assistance to other wards in the near future.

Peter Mumo, Executive Committee Member for Gender, urged Makueni residents to actively participate in public forums where developmental decisions are made. He emphasized the importance of community engagement in driving meaningful progress.

Echoing this sentiment,Member of County Assembly Brian Nzoka underscored the pivotal role of public participation in achieving impactful development outcomes. He emphasized that inclusive decision-making processes are key to addressing community needs effectively.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI HOSTS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT OFFICIALS FOR MAARIFA CENTER SUCCESS STORIES.

On Tuesday, Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili warmly welcomed officials from the Council of Governors’ Knowledge Management team. The visit is part of an initiative to document and showcase success stories from the county, which will be featured in the COG’s Maarifa Center.

This collaborative effort aims to highlight the county’s achievements and best practices, contributing to a broader knowledge-sharing platform that benefits all counties. The Maarifa Center serves as a repository of innovative solutions and success stories, promoting effective governance and development across the nation.

Mulili expressed her enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing the importance of sharing knowledge and learning from each other’s experiences to drive progress and improvement in governance.

She expressed her commitment to the initiative, pledging to champion efforts to centralize knowledge management within Makueni. This will ensure that the county continues to share and benefit from collective wisdom and achievements.

The visiting team, led by Winnie Kithome, Makueni’s Knowledge Management Champion to the Council of Governors, will be in the county for four days.

GOVERNOR MUTULA KILONZO JR ON FRIDAY COMMISSIONED TWO EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION (ECDE) CENTERS AT KATILAMUNI AND KYAANI PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr on Friday commissioned two Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) centers at Katilamuni and Kyaani Primary Schools during his development tour of the Kikumbulyu North Ward in Kibwezi West sub-county.

This initiative, part of a broader program by the Department of Education, aims to provide quality learning facilities for pre-primary children in Makueni.

GOVERNOR MUTULA UNVEILS MAJOR WATER PROJECTS IN KIKUMBULYU NORTH.

During a working tour of Kikumbulyu North Ward on Friday, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr and his Deputy Lucy Mulili unveiled a series of water development projects aimed at ensuring safe and adequate water supply across Makueni County for domestic, irrigation, and industrial use.

At Kiaoni area, they commissioned rehabilitation of the Makaani-Kiaoni water pipeline, which will serve 4,800 people within Kiaoni clusters. The project includes rehabilitation of Kiaoni water kiosk, elevating the tank tower, and installing a 10m³ water tank on a 1.2-meter-high plinth. The pipeline will be extended by 4.4 kilometers.

In Athi, Governor Mutula commissioned phase 2 of Athi-Tunguni water project, which will benefit over 100,000 people in Kikumbulyu North, Makindu, and Nguumo wards. The scope of the work includes composite filtration, electromechanical systems for the treatment plant, distribution networks for Makindu, Kikumbulyu North, and Nguumo, as well as construction of four water kiosks.

At Kathyaka, Governor Mutula inaugurated Kathyaka Masonry Water Tank, which will provide water to more than 6,000 residents from the Ngulu and Nyayo clusters.