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The First-Ever National Mango Conference and Exhibition in Kenya.

Makueni County, the leader in mango production with a margin of 19%, Lamu (13.9%), Kilifi (7.9%), and Meru (7.7) will be hosting the first-ever National Mango Conference and Exhibition in Kenya next week from May 16-18, 2023 themed “Winning Markets for Kenyan Mangoes”.
H.E Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr :“The initiative is of very great benefit to the farmers of Makueni, who for a long period have been facing unfavorable markets for their produce. The farmers will also get the opportunity to be educated on farming and use of chemicals that are recommended for international markets,”

 

The First Batch Of The Newly Appointed Chief Officers Take Oath Of Office

The first batch of the newly appointed Makueni County Chief Officers have taken oath of office today, Thursday 22nd December 2022 at the County headquarters, Wote.
They include;

Alfonce Itumo Kanunga

Information, Communication and Technology

Nicholis Mutisya Mutua

Education and Internships

Boniface Musyoki Mutua

Socio-Economic Planning, Budget, Revenue, Monitoring and Evaluation

Japheth Mutuku Kiminza

Environment, Natural Resources, Mining and Climate Change

Eng. James Moki Muli

Infrastructure, Transport and Public Works

Jackson Charo Daudi

Lands, Urban Planning and Development

Eng. David Maithya Makau

Water and Sanitation

Dr. Stephen Ndolo Kiio

Health Services

Dr. Jossylyn Nzilani Mutua

Trade, Marketing , Industry, Culture and Tourism

Daniel Mutuku Ndolo

Agriculture and Irrigation

THE DEPARTMENT OF ICT, EDUCATION AND INTERNSHIP CECM GRACED THE LAUNCH OF ALICE NGUNZU DIGITAL LAB AT NGAA SECONDARY SCHOOL IN KISAU/ KITETA WARD MBOONI SUB COUNTY.

May 12 2024

The Department of ICT, Education and Internship CECM graced the launch of Alice Ngunzu digital lab at Ngaa secondary school in Kisau/ Kiteta Ward Mbooni sub county.

Equiped with high end computing devices with top notch specs, the digital laboratory will serve neighboring secondary and primary schools in a bid to enhance digital literacy.

This initiative will provide a seamless transition to the CBC curriculum on matters science and technology.

While making her remarks,the CECM reiterated Governor’s agenda on automation of government services where ICT centers have been implemented.

Ms. Elizabeth Muli also emphasized on the importance of tech savvy as the future is bound on technology.

She also promised that the county government, through her department will ensure setting up of a digital infrastructure and maintainance of the same to ensure the citizenry is digitally empowered through our ICT centers.

The CECM also pledged to donate 2000 books to Ngaa secondary school, a noble course towards promoting quality education.

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.

THE DEPARTMENT OF GENDER, CHILDREN, YOUTH, SPORTS AND SOCIAL SERVICES HAS CONCLUDED A HIGH-LEVEL STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT FORUM ON ULTRA POOR GRADUATION (UPG) POLICY IN WOTE.

The Department of Gender, Children, Youth, Sports and Social Services has concluded a high level stakeholder engagement forum on Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG) Policy in Wote.

The policy which is steered by the department in partnership with Village Enterprise aims to create a framework for resource mobilization to help ultra poor residents build financial capacity and graduate to socio-economic resilience and self sufficiency.

Once graduated, the beneficiaries will be in a position to acquire financial capacity to access banking facilities either from mainstream banks or the Makueni County Empowerement Fund (MCEF).

THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE HOSTS FORUM WITH TRADEMARK AFRICA TO INTEGRATE KILIMO MAKUENI INTERGRATED SYSTEM (KMIS) WITH iSOKO

The Department of Agriculture, led by CECM Elizabeth Muli, on Wednesday hosted a collaborative forum with Trademark Africa to strengthen digital solutions for farmers through the integration of the Kilimo Makueni Integrated System (KMIS) with iSOKO.

KMIS is Makueni County’s digital agriculture platform designed to link farmers directly with extension officers, agronomic advice and production data, supporting informed and timely farm decisions.

Whereas, iSOKO is an information and market-digital platform currently in seven African countries that seeks to create a unified digital trade ecosystem through linkages to market, trade information and business support services across borders .

The integration will enhance service delivery, improve market access, exploration of alternative markets through intra-africa trade and empower farmers with reliable, real-time information to grow productivity and incomes.

THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK IS CURRENTLY IN THE PROCESS OF CRAFTING AN AGROECOLOGY POLICY AIMED AT TACKLING ISSUES SURROUNDING FOOD SAFETY AND SECURITY THROUGH THE INTEGRATION OF AGROECOLOGY-FRIENDLY PRACTICES.

The Department of Agriculture and Livestock is currently in the process of crafting an agroecology policy aimed at tackling issues surrounding food safety and security through the integration of agroecology-friendly practices.

The department is collaborating closely with pivotal partners in the sector, including the Cereal Growers Association( CGA), Bio Vision, and ICRAF.

Following a two-day workshop which closes on Thursday, the team concluded the development of a detailed work plan.

The policy’s completion is anticipated by the end of the year.

THE COUNTY LEVEL ECDE MUSIC FESTIVALS HAVE KICKED OFF TODAY IN KATHONZWENI.

Opened by CECM for Education, Japheth Mang’oka assisted by Chief Officer – Education, Irene Makau and ECDE County Director, the competitions feature school groups which made it from the sub-county levels.

A total of over 500 learners are competing today to move on to the regional level where they will compete with learners from the wider eastern region counties.

More updates to follow.

THE ADVENTUROUS BLACK HILL.

Chaimu Hill, rising boldly within Tsavo West National Park, is a striking standalone mound formed long ago from volcanic eruptions. It’s made of hardened lava rocks and ash, giving it its unique black colour.

Its smooth, steep sides and bare surface make it an unmistakable landmark visible from great distances, almost as if it calls out to every traveller who passes nearby.

Its name, Chaimu, comes from the local word ‘aimu,’ meaning spirits. For generations, the Angulya community held the hill as sacred ground.

They believed it was a place where ancestral spirits revealed divine guidance.

Its barren nature, unable to support plant life, was seen as a sign of spiritual presence. The hill also served as a watchtower, offering clear views to spot approaching visitors or enemies.

Although the community later moved due to wildlife conservation, Chaimu remains alive with meaning.

Today, Chaimu is one of Makueni’s unique tourist attractions. Visitors come to hike its dramatic slopes, enjoy quiet moments of reflection and experience the blend of science, cultural heritage and open-air adventure that the hill naturally offers.

The 5-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) renewed between Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr and Alberta Wambua- Executive director-GVRC

In a significant step towards enhancing support for persons with Disabilities and prevention programs on Gender based violence, Makueni has renewed its partnership with the Gender Violence Recovery Centre; Nairobi Women’s Hospital.
The 5-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) renewed between Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr and Alberta Wambua- Executive director-GVRC, will ensure the two parties work together towards resource mobilization, technical coordination, primary prevention and response programs.
Also, Governor Mutula signed an MOU with the Light For The World organization (LFTW) to boost agri-business and skills development among Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
The LFTW is implementing the “We Can Work Project” with an aim of upskilling young persons enabled differently in pursuit of acquisition of dignified work.