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𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗞𝘀𝗵. 𝟭𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁

𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐚, 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐞: 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 ~ Kilome Farmers SACCO has received a KSh1 million matching Grant through the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) to improve liquidity and expand access to affordable agricultural credit for farmers and common interest groups.

The grant, issued under Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr’s administration, will support the SACCO’s growth, promote savings and improve access to credit, enabling members to invest in productive economic activities and adoption of Technology Innovation Management Practices (TIMPs).

The SACCO has 708 individual members, comprising 362 women and 346 men, alongside 26 registered institutions and 60 active Common Interest Groups.

Speaking during opening of the SACCO office, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr said the programme seeks to strengthen ward-based financial institutions, empower farmers and women, and promote sustainable livelihoods across Makueni County.

The initiative is expected to enhance financial inclusion, strengthen farmers’ economic capacity and support inclusive, community-led development.

𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗼𝘂 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝟱.𝟰𝟳𝗠 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐨𝐮; 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 ~ Makiou Dairy Farmers Co-operative Society is set for a major boost in dairy production and farmers’ earnings following a KSh5.47 million Enterprise Development Fund grant issued by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr to support solar power installation at its milk cooling centres and construction of an animal feeds centre in Kilome Sub-County.

The investment funded through NAVCDP will lower electricity costs, improve milk preservation and ensure farmers access affordable, quality livestock feeds to sustain production during dry seasons.

Serving 324 registered farmers, the cooperative operates milk cooling centres at Kwakingee and Lumu, alongside a newly established milk collection centre at Kasikeu Market, expanding access to milk collection services.

Governor Mutula said the County Government remains committed to empowering farmer cooperatives through strategic investments that improve productivity, strengthen market access and increase household incomes.

In the event that was attended by Deputy Governor Makueni-H.E Lucy Mulili, Govenor Mutula further noted that supporting livestock health, affordable feeds and efficient milk handling is key to building resilient dairy enterprises.

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘄𝗮 𝗮𝘀 𝟯𝟬 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗣𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘄𝗮: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ~ Thirty farm ponds with a combined capacity of 7,500 cubic metres have been excavated in Marwa, Kilome Sub-County, providing a vital water reserve to support small-scale irrigation during dry spells.

On Thursday, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inspected different water ponds in Kiima Kiu/Kalanzoni Ward, highlighting their role in strengthening climate resilience, conserving the environment and promoting sustainable farming practices to improve farmers’ livelihoods.

Implemented through NAVCDP by the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperative Development, the KSh11.78 million project targets 300 farmers across 936 hectares.

Beyond water harvesting, 30 lead farmers have been trained in climate-smart agriculture, while 11 local youths are engaged in terrace marking targeting 59.4 kilometres to control soil erosion and conserve moisture.

Accompanied by Deputy Governor Makueni-H.E Lucy Mulili, Governor Mutula called for sustained community participation and responsible management of water and tree resources to secure lasting agricultural gains.

The initiative is expected to improve crop production, strengthen food security and create green jobs.

Makueni County Pledges Continued Training and Empowerment for Boda Boda Riders

14th October 2026- A mapping survey conducted in Makueni County in April and May 2026 has revealed significant gaps in licensing and insurance within the boda boda sector.

The survey, which mapped approximately 8,000 boda boda riders across the county, established that only 12% hold valid driving licences, while just 5.2 %have insurance cover. Harassment by police emerged as the leading challenge, cited by 68% of respondents, while 79.6% identified training as their most pressing support need.

Speaking during the Boda Boda Safety Prayer Day held at Greenpark in Wote, County Executive Committee Member for Gender, Children, Youth, Sports and Social Services, Eng. Sebastian Kyoni, shared highlights of the survey findings and emphasised the need for enhanced road safety awareness, compliance with traffic regulations and continued engagement with riders to address sector challenges.

The County Government has pledged to continue supporting boda boda riders through training programmes on motorcycle and motor vehicle licensing, with six Wards set to benefit during the current financial year.

In addition, plans are underway for a stakeholder engagement meeting bringing together relevant government agencies and representatives of the boda boda sector to deliberate on the challenges facing riders and identify practical solutions to improve road safety and their welfare.

The riders were encouraged to access the Makueni County Empowerment Fund (MCEF) through their organised groups to improve their livelihoods.

During the event, Eng.Kyoni also presented a Community-Based Organisation (CBO) certificate to the boda boda members marking a step towards strengthening the sector’s organisation and coordination.

𝗩𝗶𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗶 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆

𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲,𝗪𝗼𝘁𝗲-Officials from Vihiga County Government Tuesday visited Makueni County Referral Hospital (MCRH) for a benchmarking exercise to learn best practices in hospital solarisation and the use of renewable energy.

MCRH operates a 210kW solar power system that has reduced its monthly electricity bill from KSh 2 million to KSh 1.2 million, saving the county approximately KSh 7 million annually.

Speaking during the visit, County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health, Joyce Mutua, emphasised the importance of maximising the use of solar energy as a sustainable resource.

Joyce commended the project, noting that it had enhanced power stability and enabled uninterrupted delivery of services.

She also highlighted the role of partnerships in achieving this milestone in green energy.

MCRH Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Martha Munyao, noted that solar power had eased service delivery by reducing electricity costs and ensuring a more reliable power supply.

The Vihiga delegation was led by Vihiga County Referral Hospital CEO Titus Mumia, alongside other county officials.

The visiting team acknowledged Makueni’s achievement in green energy and expressed its commitment to exploring the implementation of a similar initiative and future collaborations with Makueni.

𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘇𝗮, 𝗮𝘀 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has concluded his development tour of Kalawa Ward with a public Baraza at Kalawa Market, where residents raised concerns and shared their priorities with the county government.

The Baraza capped a day of activities marked by the commissioning of water projects across the ward, reflecting the county government’s focus on improving access to essential services.

The venue also hosted a day-long medical camp organised by the county government, which attended to more than 500 residents.

During the public forum, the governor listened to residents’ concerns and took note of issues affecting the community, with water access and healthcare infrastructure featuring prominently in his address.

On water provision, Mutula said the county government had invested significantly in addressing water challenges across Makueni County.

Responding to concerns raised by residents, he said the county had opted to treat and purify water from the Athi River, which he described as heavily polluted, to ensure residents could access clean and safe water for domestic use.

The governor urged residents to protect the water infrastructure and investments, emphasising the importance of safeguarding the projects to ensure their continued benefit to the community.

On healthcare, Mutula directed the Department of Health Services to expedite the completion and equipping of an X-ray department at Kalawa Health Centre to strengthen diagnostic services and improve access to healthcare for local residents.

He also announced plans to establish a maternity hospital at Miangeni, a move intended to expand maternal healthcare services for women and families in the surrounding area.

The engagements at Kalawa Market provided residents with an opportunity to raise local concerns directly with the county leadership, as the governor outlined ongoing and planned interventions in water and healthcare.

𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗶-𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has commissioned the Athi-Kalawa Universal Water Project treatment station in Kwakiliu, Kalawa Ward, Completing the projects components after earlier commissioning the intake and power boost water station. The project targets 22,000 residents with access to clean and safe water.

Started in 2019, the project draws raw water from River Athi for treatment and distribution to households, schools, health facilities and trading centres in Mbooni East Sub-County.

The project has received Sh360 million from World Vision and Sh90 million from the County Government of Makueni.

It currently serves 35 water kiosks, six health facilities, 12 shopping centres and 12 schools, with six additional schools at various stages of connection.

Speaking during the commissioning, Governor Mutula thanked World Vision and the Coca-Cola Foundation for their support, noting that the project would help protect residents from diseases associated with consuming unsafe water.

He directed the county’s energy directorate to budget for solarisation of the facility and installation of CCTV cameras to enhance security.

World Vision East Africa Regional Director Lilian Dodzo said the organisation was pleased to improve the lives of children and families through the project. She urged the county government to ensure proper maintenance and protection of the infrastructure.

World Vision also donated 10 tonnes of water-treatment chemicals and two motorbikes to support water services management.

The project is expected to improve access to safe water while strengthening hygiene, sanitation and public health across Kalawa Ward.

𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀

𝗦𝘆𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟯𝘁𝗵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ~ About 4,000 residents of Ndauni and Kimeeni sub-locations in Mbooni Sub-County are set to benefit from improved water access and livelihood opportunities through the AK-WASH Water Distribution and Livelihood Restoration Project under FLLoCA.

The 98%complete project features the construction of a 9.81-kilometre pipeline from Kwa Ngovi masonry tank to Syokilati Market, rehabilitation of four water kiosks and interconnection of seven institutions.

The initiative is expected to ease water shortages, reduce the burden of fetching water and improve access to essential services in schools, health facilities and markets, while supporting livelihoods and community resilience.

Trade, Marketing, Industry, Culture and Tourism CECM Irene Makau Mwilu led an inspection of the project, which also included a Juncao farm equipped with drip irrigation to promote sustainable agriculture.

Once fully implemented, the project is expected to transform daily life for thousands of residents by bringing water closer to homes and essential institutions, strengthening food security, supporting local economic activities and laying the foundation for a healthier, more productive and resilient community.

Accompanied by Infrastructure, Transport and Public Works Chief Officer Eng. David Ndolo, the inspection assessed progress on a project set to extend water connectivity to seven institutions: Itumbule, Syokilati and Ndauni comprehensive schools, Ndauni Secondary School, Syokilati VTC, Ndauni Dispensary and Kimeeni Dispensary.

𝗠𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟮,𝟱𝟬𝟬 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮

𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮, 𝟭𝟯𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 -Approximately 2,500 residents in Kasooni and Malunda areas of Kalawa Ward are set to benefit from improved water access following the commissioning of the Maluini Borehole Water Supply Project by the County Government of Makueni.

The KSh 23.6 million project features a solar-powered pumping system, a 50m³ storage tank, a water kiosk at Kasooni Market and four water points at Ngunini Market, Kwa Kisau, Kiveveloni and Kiukuni. It also includes 5.6 kilometres of distribution lines serving Kasooni, Ngunini and Kiukuni markets, with Kasooni Comprehensive School connected to the supply.

The solar system uses 48 panels that harness sunlight from both sides and includes a dust-cleaning mechanism that uses water to wash the panels, helping maintain their performance. The borehole is among five boreholes the County drilled while World Vision supported the equipping and water distribution works. Maluini borehole recorded high water yields of 12.4m³/hr.

The commissioning was led by the CECM for Finance, Planning, Budget and Revenue Damaris Kavoi, as the County advances Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr.’s last-mile water connectivity agenda to bring water closer to households, schools and local markets.