Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr inspects rehabilitation progress of Ngosini concrete dam in Mavindini Ward, Thursday. When complete, the dam will hold 70,000,000 litres of water.
This will be a key water source for residents of Mavindini, and is part of Governor Mutula’s vision to reduce the distance to the nearest water point to less than 2 km.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Wednesday inspected the rehabilitation of Kooi Earth Dam in Tulimani Ward,a huge milestone in his ongoing efforts to enhance water accessibility across the county. This is inline with his *Last Mile Water Connectivity program* meant to ensure universal water coverage by 2027.
The 5 million-shilling project has expanded the dam’s reservoir from 48,000 cubic meters to 60,000 cubic meters, benefiting over 1,130 households.
Accompanying the Governor at the event were Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, area MCA Kyalo Mumo, Kisau Kiteta Ward Representative Darius Mainga, and nominated MCAs Sarah Mulwa and Sharon Mueni, among other officials.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inspects Phase III of the Ndukuma Earth Dam Water Project in Muvau/Kikumini Ward. The project comprises a 30-cubic-metre elevated tank at Kaseve, alongside an extensive water distribution network serving Mandoi, Kilisa Market and Kwa Pius Market. Institutional connections will extend to Mandoi Dispensary, Kilisa Dispensary, Kilisa Primary School, Mandoi Primary School and Mandoi Market.
The project draws water from Ndukuma Dam, with a capacity of 365,000 cubic metres .
A flagship water infrastructure project for the county, Ndukuma Earth Dam remains substantially filled despite the prevailing dry season, with the onset of the rains only days away, underscoring its strategic role in strengthening water security and resilience across the area.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr inspects ongoing road works along the 400-metre Yang’ang’a–Mulange stretch of the Yang’ang’a–Kalambwa road in Kithungo Kitundu Ward.
The stretch has long been a notorious trouble spot, becoming impassable during rainy seasons and severely disrupting transport and connectivity for residents.
The governor noted that the county government is committing significant resources to road repairs and rehabilitation in response to damage caused by rains and flooding.
He urged residents to remain vigilant amid forecasts of rainfall, take necessary precautions and promptly report any incidents to the relevant authorities.
Project works include:
• Excavation in hard material.
• Hand packing of hardcore.
• Gravelling and compaction.
• Installation of culverts.
• Road runoff harvesting to improve drainage and manage stormwater.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr inspects newly constructed maternity wing at Ngwata Health Centre during a development tour of Masongaleni Ward. The hospital has missed this facility since its establishment in 1973
In the spirit of enhancing water accessibility and food security in Makueni, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr on Thursday inspected Chief Kiamba water pan rehabilitation works in Kasikeu ward. The refurbished dam, with a capacity of approximately 50,000 cubic meters, will serve over 1,500 livestock and provide essential water resources to 500 households in the area.
This ambitious water harvesting project is a cornerstone of Governor Mutula’s vision to ensure that every resident has access to water within 2 kilometers of their homesteads. By facilitating irrigation, the project is also set to boost local food security.
Governor Mutula assured residents that Makueni will achieve universal water coverage by the end of his tenure, emphasizing his commitment to transforming the county into a food basket for both its residents and neighboring regions.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inspected the Emali Market and the Emali Business Centre Water Supply Project, focusing on infrastructure that directly supports traders, businesses and residents. Practical investments, stronger services and a town ready for growth.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr in his office on Thursday met a delegation of herders from the counties of Baringo, Turkana, Elgeyo Marakwet, Pokot, Turkana who had pitched camp in Makueni County on a three-day alternative livelihood learning tour and to experience Makueni.
The delegation comprised of 72 youth herders and reformed cattle rustlers from the North Rift region who toured successful youth-led initiatives supported by the county government.
The lessons learnt from the tour can serve as an effective approach to disengage these youths from violence and demobilise them from the perennial cattle raids and conflicts that have impeded development in the North Rift region.
Gratitude to the International Organization for Peacebuilding (INTERPEACE) Interpeace and other stakeholders, including the Parklands Baptist Church, Love EMBRACED initiative for facilitating and supporting the participation of these 72 youths in this exploration and learning experience.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. in a public engagement at Ngumbe B (London) in Kibwezi, Kikumbulyu South, where he said the county government is set to construct a modern ECD structure at the site.
Among the issues discussed were historical land injustices in the area and the opening up of roads in the area. Governor Mutula said the county government will initiate plans to survey the land.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has unveiled a transformative water harvesting and management program in Kako Ward, dubbed Drain To Gain (D2G).
The program entails road run-off water harvesting for irrigation agriculture and environmental management by way of trenches linking roads and farms.
During a development tour of Kako/Waia Ward on Thursday, Governor Mutula also commissioned Kako-Kandulyu drift to ease transportation, and inaugurated Kako market day to promote trade.
He was accompanied by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, area MCA Dennis Musyoka and Assembly Majority Leader Kisungi Katete.
