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𝗠𝗢𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗔 , 𝟯𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿- Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has met with Makueni residents living in Mombasa in an engagement aimed at strengthening their connection with the county government and involving them in shaping the county’s development agenda.

Accompanied by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, County Secretary Justin Kyambi, County Executive Committee Members and other officials, the governor listened to residents’ concerns, priorities and proposals while highlighting key projects and programmes undertaken by his administration.

Employment opportunities at Konza Technopolis featured prominently, with residents expressing concern over what they termed limited opportunities for the local community. They called for greater inclusion of Makueni residents in jobs and other opportunities arising from the project.

Religious leaders thanked the county government for waiving hospital and mortuary fees for victims of recent accidents involving faithful from Mombasa that happened in Mombasa road. Other speakers appreciated improvements in healthcare, the recruitment of medical specialists and ongoing efforts to address water challenges in Makueni.

Residents also challenged the diaspora community to help connect young people back home with employment, education and mentorship opportunities.

Addressing the gathering, Governor Mutula reaffirmed his administration’s focus on health, agriculture and water, attributing progress in the county to partnerships and collaboration with different development stakeholders.

He thanked the residents for their continued interest in Makueni’s affairs and urged them to remain connected to home, contributing their skills, networks and resources towards its development.

The governor also called on those aspiring for elective positions in Mombasa to unite and rally behind strong candidates.

The meeting provided an opportunity for the county leadership and the diaspora community to exchange ideas, celebrate progress and identify areas where stronger collaboration can create more opportunities for Makueni residents.

𝗡𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗜 , 𝟮𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 -Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has challenged public sector leaders to embrace citizen-centred governance, evidence-based planning and accountability as foundations for leadership and transformation.

Speaking during the Leadership Programme for National Transformation (LPNT) at the Kenya School of Government in Nairobi, Governor Kilonzo Jr shared Makueni’s development experience with the program participants including county secretaries, chief executive officers, chief officers and other leaders from government institutions and county governments.

Anchored in the county’s Andu Mbee (People First) philosophy, Makueni’s model places citizens at the centre of development, with wards serving as the basic planning units for identifying priorities, monitoring projects and strengthening accountability.

The Governor highlighted key service delivery indicators in health that have contributed to the Makueni health services success. He also cited 151 strategic partnerships supporting the county’s development agenda.

He emphasised agriculture as a critical pathway to poverty reduction, calling for stronger market linkages, investment-ready land use and strategic partnerships that translate public resources into tangible benefits.

Participants thanked the Governor for sharing Makueni’s experience, noting that the county offered practical lessons on translating devolution into equitable development. They also recognised his Senate background and understanding of constitutional and legal frameworks as valuable perspectives in examining governance and leadership.

The engagement reinforced key lessons: transformation begins with governance reforms, public participation must shape development priorities, and data-driven accountability is essential for results.

The Governor challenged leaders to innovate, collaborate and build on existing foundations, emphasising that leadership must ultimately be measured by its impact on citizens’ lives.