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GOVERNOR MUTULA POWERS KIKIMA SPORTS FESTIVAL

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr on Friday energized post–Jamhuri Day celebrations after officially commissioning an electrifying soccer and volleyball showdown at Kikima Secondary School grounds.

Addressing hundreds of enthusiastic youth and sports fans, the Governor reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to elevating sports across the county.

Mutula praised the region’s growing talent pool and assured young people that increased investment in sporting facilities, training opportunities, and competitions remains a top priority.

Also present was Deputy Governor Makueni-H.E Lucy Mulili, as thrilling local matches kicked off moments after the commissioning—transforming Kikima into a lively arena of cheers, colour, and community spirit, reaffirming the county’s commitment to nurturing talent and uniting communities through sport.

GOVERNOR MUTULA PLEDGES TO FAST-TRACK FULL OPERATIONALIZATION OF MAKUENI UNIVERSITY.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has reaffirmed his commitment to fast-tracking the establishment of Makueni University College, underscoring the role of a public university in driving the county’s socio-economic development.

Speaking in Wote during a visit by South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) officials led by Professor Jonathan Mwania, the college’s inaugural principal, the governor said Makueni has a strong pool of qualified professionals to support its transition to a fully-fledged university.

The delegation assessed ongoing preparatory works at the Wote campus, including field grading, installation of streetlights and borehole drilling—key infrastructure milestones toward accreditation.

Gazetted last year as a constituent college of SEKU, Makueni University College has marked a critical first step toward full university status. The governor emphasized the need to secure its reserved land in Emali and Mtito Andei to support infrastructure development and meet regulatory requirements.

Professor Mwania commended the county’s support and called for sustained collaboration to achieve full operationalization.

GOVERNOR MUTULA PLEDGES MORE FUNDING TO EXPAND HUDUMA MASHINANI PROGRAM

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has announced that his administration will increase annual budgetary allocations to strengthen the Huduma Mashinani Program, an initiative aimed at bringing government services closer to the grassroots.

Speaking on Thursday while hosting Huduma Kenya Chief Executive Officer Benjamin Chilumo to review the implementation of the program in Makueni, Governor Mutula termed the initiative a game changer that has revolutionized the delivery of government services.

So far, 63,000 residents across 23 wards have benefited from the program, accessing 23 different services such as birth and death certificates, SHA registration, groups registration, IEBC voter registration, driving licences, civil marriage registration, and certificates of good conduct, among others.

Mr. Chilumo pledged continued support for the county government, including the establishment of dedicated Huduma Kenya service desks within county government installations, where the requisite facilities will be provided to facilitate service delivery.

County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu reaffirmed Governor Mutula’s call for increased budgetary support, noting that the program has saved residents the cost and inconvenience of traveling long distances to access government services.

GOVERNOR MUTULA PLEDGES KSH 46M FOR MBOONI FAMILY HOSPITAL COMPLETION

Governor Mutula Pledges KSh 46M for Mbooni Family Hospital Completion

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has pledged to complete the Mbooni Sub-county Hospital Isolation Centre and convert it into a family hospital, aiming to serve a broader population.

An allocation of KSh 46 million has been set aside in the 2024/2025 Financial Year to finalize and equip the facility. The hospital will include a Mother and Child unit, laboratory, ultra-modern theatre, casualty wing, and clinical rooms.

Once completed, the family hospital will cater to a catchment area of 31,000 residents, with the capacity to serve 200 patients per day.

He spoke during a tour of the hospital to commission new X-ray equipment.

Governor Mutula Orders Specialist Medics to Leave Offices for the Field

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr has ordered more than 58 medical heads out of their comfortable offices in Wote to offer services to wananchi in local health facilities.

Through a programme dubbed Makueni Public Health Week, the medical officers will be required to routinely choose one or more health facilities in the county and camp there for a whole week offering specialized healthcare services.

Directors and Medical Superintendents in the Health Services department will lead the campaign and monitor how health services and medicines are dispensed at the facilities.

Governor Mutula Jnr said the decision was borne from the realization that the county has a huge number of talented medical specialists whose services are not available to the residents.

He said it was pitiful that such specialists operate only from the county headquarters and in offices while residents are forced to seek services elsewhere at exorbitant costs.

The Public Health Week begins on Wednesday 14th September 2022 in Mbooni sub-county.

GOVERNOR MUTULA OPENS EASTERN REGION SECONDARY SCHOOL GAMES IN MAKUENI

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Thursday opened the Eastern Region Secondary School Term Two Games at Makueni Boys High School, where hundreds of students are competing in a three-day tournament.

The games feature football, volleyball, rugby, badminton and other disciplines, with top teams set to qualify for the national championships.

Governor Mutula urged participants to uphold discipline, teamwork and sportsmanship, describing school games as a key platform for nurturing future athletes.

He said the county had deployed ambulances and medical personnel from Makueni County Referral Hospital and Kambi Mawe Dispensary to provide emergency services throughout the tournament.

The governor was accompanied by County Executive Committee Members Eng. Sebastian Kyoni and Nicholas Nzioka, among other county officials.

Governor Mutula on Thursday evening conducted an inspection of the ongoing Kamunyolo Dam improvement works.

Governor Mutula on Thursday evening conducted an inspection of the ongoing Kamunyolo Dam improvement works.The works include the construction of an apron and retaining walls to protect the dam’s spillway. Earlier in the afternoon, the governor inspected the status of water projects across the county in anticipation of the onset of the rains.

The county is burning the midnight oil to ensure that the projects are completed and secured before the rains begin. The governor directed the contractor to ensure the project is completed on time and insisted on high-quality workmanship.

GOVERNOR MUTULA OFFICIALLY OPENS MAKUENI CBEF INDUCTION WORKSHOP

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr officially opened the Makueni County Budget and Economic Forum (CBEF) induction workshop for the newly appointed CBEF Members organized by the Department of Finance and Socio-Economic planning in collaboration with the Commission on Revenue Allocation(CRA).

The training was meant to equip the new members of their role in county planning and development as they start the five-year journey as the People’s think tanks during the budgeting process.

The 2-day induction workshop came to an end leaving the 3^rd Makueni County Budget and Economic Forum with a rich understanding on various areas of performance. As part of the conclusion and way forward, the Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) agreed to sign an MoU with the County Government of Makueni. Further, there is need for the Forum members to develop their work plan, code of conduct, terms of reference (ToR) and also form sub-committees for more effective and efficient service delivery. The forum members have a role of mobilizing the people they represent and also furnish them with information and feedback always.

Governor Mutula offers 93 Makueni youths with tools to start own businesses

At least 93 apprentices under the Ujuzi Teketeke program have finally been issued with start-up kits to start their own businesses by H.E governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr.

The program involves an 8-week youth life skills training initiative where learners are attached to established craftsmen for on-the-job training to equip them with industrial skills. Those who successfully complete the training are issued with tools to be their own bosses in various small-scale businesses.

The governor explained that his government will continue bringing forth programs that can make youth become self-reliant.

“We will continue supporting such programs even through Tetheka funding so that youth get some work to do and keep off from crime related activities,” the governor said

Some of the tools issued include: sewing machines, outside catering support (Kandu-dishes, trolleys), salon kits, mechanical repair tools, masonry tools, welding machines, Barber shop kits, car wash machines, shoe-shining stands, plumbing, carpentry, blow-dryers water tanks, among others.

GOVERNOR MUTULA MOVES TO RESTORE LOST MIDDLE EAST MANGO MARKET.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has announced plans to restore the county’s lost mango export market in the Middle East after concerns over chemical residues and seed bugs in exported mangoes disrupted access to the market during the previous mango season.

Speaking on Tuesday when Agriculture Principal Secretary Paul Kipronoh Ronoh paid him a courtesy call at his office, Governor Mutula said the county was working with the national government to address export challenges and reopen lucrative markets, particularly in Oman.

PS Ronoh said the Ministry of Agriculture was committed to partnering with Makueni County to ensure farmers benefit from improved market access, compliance with export requirements, and enhanced value for their produce.

The leaders also discussed plans to expand commercial agriculture in the county through the distribution of coffee seedlings to farmers in Makueni’s highlands, alongside sunflower and cotton seeds to promote crop diversification.

The initiatives are aimed at increasing agricultural productivity, creating new income opportunities for farmers, and strengthening Makueni’s agricultural economy.