Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr engages with Traders at Emali Modern Market, Monday, discussing ways to enhance business opportunities.
Plug Mtaani is a competition of entrepreneurial ideas by young people.
Faith Mumo Timona, a fruits value addition industrialist based at Kwa Kathoka is the overall winner of Makueni County Plug Mtaani Youth Business Competition. The winner will represent Makueni at the national level competition and stand a chance to win Sh 10M to nurture her vision. She was awarded a sum of Sh 50,000 by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. continues his mission to address water challenges across the county by commissioning the extended Kilui Water Project, which will serve Mbeetwani in Kikumbulyu South.
Accompanied by Area MCA Jades Kalunda, ECMs, several MCAs, and other local leaders, the governor rallied residents to support his administration’s development agenda, particularly its efforts to address the county’s water challenges.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. concludes his “Meet the People” and development tour in Thange Ward with the commissioning of the Thange Water Project and the issuance of seats to 42 local groups.The tour aimed at strengthening service delivery, enhancing accountability, and engaging residents directly on development priorities across the ward.
During inspections of ongoing and completed projects, county leaders emphasized that development remains a continuous process focused on improving the livelihoods of residents.
Public barazas held at Kyaani and Thange trading centres gave residents an opportunity to air their concerns, share development proposals, and participate in shaping the county’s agenda.
The event brought together top county leaders, including Senator Daniel Maanzo, County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, Clerk Kevin Mutuku, County Executive Committee Members (ECMs), and several serving and former Members of County Assembly (MCAs).
Residents of Nzaui/Kilili/Kalamba Ward and surrounding areas will now benefit from improved quality, affordable, and reliable healthcare services following the commissioning of a new dental unit, digital X-ray machine, and renovated outpatient unit at Matiliku Sub-county Hospital.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inaugurated the facilities on Tuesday, reinforcing his commitment to universal healthcare in Makueni County by strengthening medical infrastructure and service delivery.
The upgrades are expected to reduce referral burdens on Makueni County Referral Hospital, ensuring faster and more efficient healthcare access for local communities.
The governor was accompanied by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, Makueni County Assembly Speaker Mbilu Douglas, area MCA Francis Mutuku, MCAs Kyalo Mumo (Tulimani), Majority Kisungi wa Katete (Kithungo/Kitundu) and a host of other local leaders.
Leadership that delivers a future : Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Commissions the Makaani ECDE Centre in Kibwezi West, Kikumbulyu North Ward, putting action behind the promise of quality education for early childhood education .
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Monday commissioned the solarization project at Makueni County Referral Hospital.
The hospital’s new solar energy system, designed to harness 200 kilowatts at peak capacity, is expected to save the facility Ksh. 7 million annually in electricity bills.Before installing the new system, the monthly power bill was over 1.8M. After installation, June 2024’s bill was 1.1M and July’s was 1.2M, saving the county at least 600k-700k per month.
Governor Mutula emphasized that the solar system will supplement the often unreliable grid electricity, ensuring a consistent power supply and minimizing disruptions to medical services.
Dr. Paul Musila, the Health Services CECM, noted the environmental benefits of the project, saying that it will reduce the hospital’s carbon footprint. He also announced that the savings from the reduced electricity bills will be reinvested into enhancing patient care and upgrading hospital facilities.
Governor Mutula further revealed plans to construct a new intensive care unit, surgical center, and a private wing at the county referral hospital to bolster health services.
Eng. Sebastian Kyoni, the CECM for Infrastructure Transport, Public Works, Housing and Energy remarked that the project underscores the county’s commitment to fostering a greener future through investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
Governor Kilonzo was accompanied by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, County Assembly Speaker Hon. Douglas Mbilu,area MCA Felix Mateso and several MCAs, CECMs, and Chief Officers, among others, during the commissioning ceremony.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. commissions the Mutulani Family Care Unit, a new maternity wing in Mutulani Dispensary in Kaiti Sub-County .The facility was built and equipped by the M-Pesa Foundation in partnership with the Government of Makueni county. He is flagged by Paul Kasimu, the project champion.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Wednesday commissioned Mbeletu Playground as he kicked off a day-long development tour in Mbitini ward.The project included leveling the playing field, protection works, and improved drainage systems to enhance the stadium for community use.
The Governor urged residents to fully utilize the facility, emphasizing that sports continue to open life-changing opportunities for many young Kenyans. He also pledged to install floodlights to support night-time activities and sporting events.
He is accompanied by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, Speaker Douglas Mbilu, County Executive Committee Members (CECMs), and several Members of the County Assembly (MCAs).
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Wednesday unveiled a new Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) center at Wambuli Primary School, as part of his ongoing development tour of Tulimani Ward.
The initiative ,part of a broader program under the Department of Education,aims to provide quality learning facilities for the pre-primary children across the County.
In addition to this educational advancement,
Governor Mutula and his team distributed 300 blankets to the elderly residents in the ward to cushion them against weather related ailments during the rain and cold season.
The initiative aims to offer warmth and comfort during the current cold season.
The governor’s tour also featured a legal land clinic, where residents were able to access free legal services.
Governor Mutula was joined by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, Tulimani Ward MCA Kyalo Mumo, and other local leaders during the event.
