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Makueni Showcases Water Solutions in Mtito Andei.

Mtito Andei, 17th September 2026- Makueni on Thursday showcased the impact of community-led water investments as the Government of Makueni County and Neighbours Initiative Alliance (NIA) hosted Miss Universe Netherlands in Mtito Andei to highlight projects transforming lives through improved water access and community-led climate action.

The visit featured the Makingo Self-Help Group managing Maji Kwa Kila Boma Water Project in Makutano, a community-led initiative benefiting 300 households through improved access to water. The project is among eight initiatives supported by the Neighbours Initiative Alliance under the Water Justice Fund, demonstrating how communities can identify and implement solutions to local water challenges.

The projects supported through the initiative include water storage tanks, water kiosks, solar-powered systems, pipelines and rehabilitation of water sources, helping bring water closer to communities while strengthening local ownership and resilience.

The county team was led by Chief Officer Water, Sanitation and Irrigation David Makau, together with officers from the Department of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation. The engagement provided an opportunity to showcase how strategic partnerships and community participation are advancing last-mile water connectivity across Makueni.

𝐖𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐔𝐒$𝟓𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐠 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 under the 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭h for Climate Action (YCAF) Program.

Wote Municipality is among eight municipalities in Kenya to secure a US$50,000 grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to support youth-led climate action solutions

The initiative targets registered youth groups and youth led/ youth serving organizations giving them an opportunity to design and implement practical solutions addressing climate related challenges within the municipality.

Youth groups will apply for microgrants through the County Government of Makueni website – Wote municipality portal, with successful proposals receiving between US$1,000 and US$5,000. The successful groups will work with the municipality to design and implement their projects under municipal supervision, monitoring and evaluation.

The climate priority thematic areas are: 1. Climate education and awareness

2. Green infrastructure, reforestation and environmental protection

3. ⁠Sustainable waste management; promotion and advancement of circular economy

4. ⁠Sustainable transport and mobility: NMT’s

Groups opting for sustainable waste management will undertake market clean-ups, waste collection and disposal, and receive personal protective equipment. Those focusing on sustainable transportation will support the enhancement of parking spaces, including designated areas for persons with disabilities.

Groups focusing on green infrastructure and environmental protection will implement initiatives across greening, landscaping and beautification of urban spaces and road corridors.

Those focusing on education and awareness will build capacity of youths and other stakeholders on climate actions and resilience building

According to Wote Municipal Manager Evelyn Mutua who spoke during the program launch and sensitization forum at Green Park Wote, applications open on September 17, 2026, and close on October 29, 2026. She encouraged eligible youth groups to apply and wished successful applicants well in implementing their selected projects and ensuring they adhere to the program closure on 14th April 2027. She made emphasis on keen consideration for the next round of funding to groups adhering to implementation requirements.

Lands CECM Dr. Paul Musila urged organized youth groups within the municipality to seize the opportunity, saying it would provide a platform for youth development and empowerment.

𝐍𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟎𝟎 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐢𝐤𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐲𝐮 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡.

Over 300 households in Kikumbulyu South are set to benefit from clean, safe water through the Ngandani Water Distribution and Livelihood Project in Siembeni.

The Ksh 10 million initiative, funded by the Government of Makueni County through the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) programme, will serve households in Kiluluini, Ivuisya, Kithimani, Kevanda, Masalani and Kivuti villages. It will improve access to clean water for domestic and agricultural use while cushioning residents against the effects of prolonged drought.

The project comprises three gravity distribution lines: Kithokoosyo Main Tank–Masalani Extension (3.7 km), with a connection to Masalani Primary School; Kasemeini–Ivuisya–Kwa Kamota Pipeline Extension (3.3 km); and Kevanda Pipeline (2 km), with a connection to Kevanda Primary School.

The water originates from Kivungoni Springs at Kwa Kyai and is distributed through an extension from the Kithokoosyo distribution tank under the current programme.

To strengthen climate resilience, the community has been provided with 24 Gala goats to enhance goat enterprise productivity and promote household incomes.

𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮’𝘀 𝗞𝗶𝗸𝘂𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗹𝘆𝘂 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘇𝗮 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗶.

After a day-long tour of Kikumbulyu North Ward that saw leaders inspect projects, commission developments and engage directly with residents, the caravan culminated in a public Baraza at Kisayani, bringing together the community and its leaders to chart a united path towards development.

The Baraza provided residents with an opportunity to meet their county government leadership, voice their concerns and present their most pressing needs directly to those entrusted with delivering services and development in the area.

Leading a delegation of leaders drawn from across Makueni County, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. was joined by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, Clerk Kevin Mutuku, Members of the County Assembly (MCAs), county officials and local opinion leaders.

The Governor took time to listen to residents and understand the unique challenges facing the community, emphasizing the importance of working together in addressing local development needs.

Among the key issues highlighted was water access. Governor Mutula said the county government had invested in the Athi Tunguni water project, described as the county’s biggest water project in the area, to address persistent water challenges in the ward.

The project is also expected to help reduce the community’s dependence on water sources where residents have faced increased risks of crocodile attacks.

As part of efforts to strengthen community-based economic activities, four groups were also issued with tents and chairs to support their community economic development initiatives.

The Kisayani Baraza brought the day’s activities to a close on a message of unity, partnership and collective action, with leaders and residents reaffirming the need to work together in pursuit of sustainable development for Kikumbulyu North.

𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮 𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗼 𝗝𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗞𝗶𝗸𝘂𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗹𝘆𝘂 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗶 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗶 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴.

𝗠𝘂𝗸𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗻𝗶, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱 – Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has kicked off a development tour of Kikumbulyu North Ward by commissioning the newly rehabilitated and extended Athi Tunguni Water Project, aimed at improving access to reliable and clean water for residents.

The works included improvements to the existing treatment plant, including the installation of composite filtration units, cleaning of storage tanks, installation of three 100-watt solar streetlights, a chemical injector pump, painting of elevated tank components and repair of gauges.

The project also involved major electro-mechanical works at the treatment plant, including the installation of a second submersible pump and accessories, as well as construction of a 7.28-kilometre DN 200 rising main to Mukononi tanks.

A 250-cubic-metre reinforced concrete tank was constructed at Mukononi Hill to enhance water storage and distribution. The project also included distribution networks serving parts of Makindu, Kikumbulyu North and Nguumo wards.

The distribution lines included the 5.15-kilometre Mukononi–Musingini–Kamboo line, the 5.1-kilometre Mukononi–Kathyaka–Nyayo Shopping Centre line and the 3.35-kilometre Mukononi–Syumile line.

Four water kiosks were also constructed at Mukononi, Katangoo, Ilumya and Syumile (Muundani), providing residents with more accessible water points.

Speaking during the commissioning, Governor Mutula said the county government had also incorporated solar power solutions to support continuous water supply while reducing electricity costs associated with pumping and treatment.

He said the additional water interventions commissioned during the tour were part of the county government’s broader efforts to improve water access in selected wards beyond Kikumbulyu North.

Through the FLLoCA programme, the county government had implemented a project to tap water from the Athi Tunguni Kilema Water Project to supplement water from Umani Springs, which had previously been supplied through a rationing programme to areas including King’uutheni, Kitulani and surrounding communities up to Kilisa.

The intervention also extended the existing supply pipeline infrastructure to King’uutheni and Kwa Sanga in Iviani Village, helping to improve the reliability and reach of water supply in the affected areas.

The project works is part of the county government’s efforts to strengthen water infrastructure, improve storage and distribution, reduce reliance on rationing and expand access to reliable and clean water in the targeted communities.

The Governor is accompanied on the development tour by Deputy Governor, Lucy Mulili, several County Executive Committee Members, County officials, area MCA Jackson Mbalu and other members of the County Assembly led by Majority Leader, Kisungi wa Katete.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Commissions Cabro Paving of Wote Town Streets.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Commissions Cabro Paving of Wote Town Streets. The project will cover the stretch from the Cooperative Bank junction to Kasarani.

Traders have praised the initiative, saying the improved streets will enhance accessibility, cleanliness and the overall appearance of the town.

He used the occasion to outline the administration’s plans to enhance the town’s economic status , including investments in water and security cameras.

Mutula instructed the Wote municipality to ensure drainage of the town is efficient before the onset of forecasted El Nino rains. He also called for proper sewage treatment and disposal, warning traders disposing raw sewage into rivers.

𝐊𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐦𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭.

Kikima was abuzz as Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. met residents after inspecting the Mulima Water Project, which supplies part of its water to the market.

Mutula outlined his water agenda for Makueni and highlighted other development initiatives lined up to transform the county.

He urged residents to remain vigilant and steadfast in backing the push for the presidency through H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, saying the journey requires unity, resolve and sustained support from the people.

𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐢’𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐥 𝐍𝐢𝐧̃𝐨 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬.

𝐖𝐎𝐓𝐄: 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Monday chaired the County Steering Group on Disaster Risk Management and Food Security to put in place preparatory measures for managing risks associated with the expected October-November-December (OND) El Niño rains.

The group comprises National Government Administration Officers and County Government officers tasked with developing disaster preparedness strategies to maximize the benefits of the enhanced rains while averting loss of lives, property, and livelihoods.

Governor Mutula said his administration will mobilize all necessary resources and partners to ensure Makueni navigates the season safely and without disruptions.

𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁.

𝗠𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 – Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Monday inspected the Mulima Water Project in Mbooni Ward as the county government works to complete the initiative.

The project aims to expand access to safe and reliable water in Tulimani, Mbooni and Kithungo Kitundu wards, benefiting an estimated 25,000 households.

Implemented in five phases since the 2022/2023 financial year, the project comprises the Mulima dam, treatment plant, pumping infrastructure, storage tanks and distribution pipelines. Phases One(construction of Chemical Building, construction of water treatment and pumping facility) to Three have been completed, while Phase Four ( Syuluni tank construction and distribution to Kikima town ) is 70 per cent complete , while Phase Five, ( Mulima water Livelihood and restoration project) funded under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) programme, is 95 per cent complete.

The works have included distribution to Nthungoni, Nzeveni and Ndoo; construction of a chemical building and treatment facility; installation of pumping infrastructure; a 100,000-litre distribution tank at Syiluni Hill; five Syiluni water kiosks; and pipelines connecting Syiluni to Kivandini tanks, Kikima Market and the Forest tank. The network is also being extended from Kyangoma to Kikalyoni, Kiinyuni, Ndolo, Katumbu, Mweani and Kiveetyo, while a kiosk is being built at Kikima Market and the Ulilinzi petrol station facility rehabilitated.

Mutula reiterated his commitment to solving Makueni water challenges, urging the community to protect the projects.

The project is expected to restore full functionality once the outstanding works are completed.