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MAKUENI COUNTY SPONSORS ECDE LEARNERS TO THE KENYA NATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL FINALS IN ELDORET.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr and his administration have once again shown their commitment to supporting co-curricular activities in support of education in Makueni by fully sponsoring ECDE and Primary school students to perform an the National Music Festival Competitions.

A group of 49 ECDE pupils, who excelled at the regional music festivals, are set to compete in the national competition to be held at Moi Girls Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County.

On Thursday morning, Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili ceremoniously flagged off the pupils before they departed for Eldoret.

She emphasized the county’s commitment to nurturing talent and promoting growth in the education sector.

Education CECM Elizabeth Muli highlighted that the county through the Department of ICT, Education and Internship is keen on an all-round approach in education development in Makueni County.

The festivals run from 2nd to 14t August 2024.

49 PUPILS ADVANCE TO NATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL IN ELDORET

A group of 49 pupils, who excelled at the regional music festivals, are set to compete in the national competition at Moi Girls Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County.

On Thursday morning, Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili ceremoniously flagged off the pupils before they departed for Eldoret. Mulili noted that the county had provided substantial support for the competition, funding it from the cluster level to the nationals with a total of Ksh 7 million.She emphasized the county’s commitment to nurturing talent and promoting growth in the education sector.

Education CEC Elizabeth Muli announced that the team would be accompanied by three coordinators from the Directorate of Education and a medical professional to ensure their health and well-being during their stay in Uasin Gishu.

Additionally, Muli highlighted that the county had extended its support to the primary schools participating in the festivals.

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.

THE DEPARTMENT OF GENDER, CHILDREN, YOUTH, SPORTS AND SOCIAL SERVICES HAS INDUCTED 210 YOUNG PEOPLE ON SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

The Department of Gender, Children, Youth, Sports and Social Services has inducted 210 young people on successful entrepreneurship, aiming to enhance self employment.

The 210 aspiring entrepreneurs were taken through a 2-day peer-to-peer mentorship at Iviani farm, located in Kwa Kathoka, Highlighting the effectiveness of social networking.

Iviani farm is popularly known for embracing modern technologies in drying fruits for both domestic and export market, fish propagation and production as well as livestock feeds manufacturing.

County Executive Committee Member Eng. Peter Mumo said the county government is at the final stages of unveiling the Makueni County Empowerment Fund which will provide cheap loans for business growth.

Faith Mumo, Chief Executive Officer of Iviani Farm and BEFA FEEDS underscored the need for youth mentorship and networking as a way of attracting more participation in entrepreneurship.

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.

MAKUENI COUNTY SHINES AT KITUI AGRICULTURAL SHOW

Makueni County, a member of the South Eastern Kenya Economic Bloc (SEKEB), actively participated in this year’s Kitui Agricultural Show.

Makueni County booth attracted a huge traffic of visitors, drawing attention at the event themed “Promoting Climate Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Food and Nutrition Security and Economic Growth.”

In a spirit of peer learning and regional cooperation, the Makueni County Department of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries dispatched representatives to show solidarity and explore emerging agricultural technologies and best practices in modern farming.

Makueni County is also planning to revive its own agricultural show. A committee,chaired by Director of Livestock Dr. David Musyoki, has been established to spearhead this initiative.

GENDER-SENSITIVE LEADERSHIP TRAINING AIMS TO ENHANCE INCLUSIVE HEALTHCARE IN MAKUENI COUNTY

Makueni County, in partnership with Jhpiego and the Anita Mbinya Foundation, is conducting a rigorous three-day training program designed to cultivate gender-sensitive leadership within the county’s health management teams.

The workshop’s core aim is to arm participants with the requisite knowledge and strategies to develop healthcare systems that are both inclusive and equitable. By focusing on gender-sensitive leadership, the initiative seeks to effectively tackle and diminish gender disparities in the county’s healthcare sector.

Dr. Stephen Mwatha, Ag.Director in charge of Health Services, emphasized that the modules covered in the training has topics such as resource allocation, project planning and execution, leadership assessment and development, financial management, and performance measurement and evaluation.

Addressing trainees on the second day, Dr. Paul Musila, the County Executive Committee Member for Health, encouraged participants to advocate for gender equality within their professional environments. He stressed that exemplary leadership is vital in providing women with the opportunities to network, learn, and advance in their careers.

MAKUENI COUNTY TO REVIVE AGRICULTURAL SHOW

County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture, Joyce Mutua, has announced plans to revive the Makueni Agricultural Show.

The return of the show will provide a national platform for Makueni farmers to showcase their best practices and technologies in agriculture, Mutua said.

Mutua said the agricultural expo will enhance the marketing aspect of the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP), a five- year initiative funded by the World Bank through the national government.

She made the announcement on Thursday during a validation forum on the targeted value chains funded under NAVCDP in Kiu, Makindu ward.