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DEPUTY GOVERNOR PUSHES MAKUENICARE ROLLOUT IN THANGE

Makueni County Deputy governor Lucy Mulili on Tuesday intensified push for the rollout of Makuenicare (aka Mutula Care), urging residents of Thange Ward to register vulnerable households for the county-backed health cover programme.

Mulili said the initiative will provide 600 beneficiaries per ward with hospital cards, with the County Government of Makueni settling their medical bills. She called on local leaders and residents to ensure the most deserving families are enlisted.

The Deputy Governor also highlighted ongoing development projects, including strengthening the mango value chain through the Kalamba Fruit Processing Plant, as well as investments in rural roads and water infrastructure to boost service delivery.

She spoke in Thange Ward after attending condoling with Francisca Mauta Musau’s family.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR MULILI JOINS PRAYER SESSION AT WOTE HUDUMA CENTRE

Makueni Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili on Friday morning joined a prayer session at the Wote Huduma Centre to mark Huduma Prayer Day.

The event brought together officers, including Makueni Deputy County Commissioner Paul Lagat, to seek God’s guidance in serving the public.

Mulili called on officers to embrace humility and dedication as they serve residents, stressing that Huduma Centres were created to make government services accessible under one roof.

She commended the Wote Huduma Centre team for their fast and reliable service, which has so far reached over 800,000 people since the centre was established.

The Deputy Governor also assured residents that she will follow up on setting up county government desks at the centre to expand services further.

The prayer session served as a reminder that public service is not just about efficiency but also about compassion and commitment to the people.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR MULILI CHAMPIONS HUDUMA MASHINANI EXPANSION IN MASONGALENI

Residents of Masongaleni Ward on Thursday turned up at Kavatini Market to access essential government services under the Huduma Mashinani Programme, as the County Government of Makueni continued to take services closer to the people.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili lauded the programme as a transformative initiative that enhances access to services at the grassroots, noting that its success is driven by strong synergy between the county government, the County Commissioner’s Office and the national government. She affirmed that the programme will be conducted annually to ensure more residents benefit from the vital services.

In the same occasion, the county government extended support to local churches through the distribution of 855 plastic chairs to 43 churches across the ward. The initiative aimed at strengthening community and worship activities.

Area MCA Brian Nzoka thanked Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. for prioritizing service delivery at the grassroots, noting that the initiative has made it easier for residents to access important government services within their locality.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR MARKS WORLD AIDS DAY, CAUTIONS OF UPSURGE OF CASES

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, joined by CEC Health Services Dr. Paul Musila, marked World AIDS Day at Kibwezi Township Primary in Kibwezi West Sub-county on Friday.

Musila highlighted the county’s progress, noting a substantial drop in HIV/AIDS cases from 595 in 2022 to 323 this year. He reaffirmed the commitment to providing comprehensive healthcare, treatment, and preventive services.

Mulili emphasized the importance of health awareness campaigns in eliminating the AIDS scourge and urged the community to reject stigmatization, a major barrier to accessing counseling and testing services.

She warned of rising HIV infections, teenage pregnancies, and gender-based violence, identifying them as triple threats to our communities. Mulili called on all health stakeholders to contribute to building a peaceful society.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR MARKS WOMEN’S DAY WITH INMATES AT MAKUENI REMAND PRISON

The Makueni County Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili on Friday joined female inmates at Makueni Remand Prison to mark International Women’s Day ahead of the global celebrations on Sunday.

During the visit, she presented gifts including essential commodities to the inmates and commended the institution for nurturing talent and empowering women as they reform.

The deputy governor noted that this year’s theme, “Give To Gain,” calls for deliberate efforts by governments, institutions and individuals to advance gender equality.

She also raised concern over rising suicide cases and urged residents to seek cancelling when facing mental health challenges.

She was accompanied by Makueni County Chief of Staff Mercy Kinyi.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI WELCOMES A DELEGATION FROM SIGHT SAVERS AND THE KENYA SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND, AHEAD OF THE BORESHA MACHO EYE HEALTH PROJECT LAUNCH.

The initiative aims to provide residents of Makueni with accessible, affordable, and quality eye care services, focusing on the detection and treatment of refractive errors.

Through this partnership, the county plans to screen more than 100,000 residents and distribute over 12,000 spectacles to those in need.

Additionally, the programme will strengthen local health capacity by training more than 300 Community Health Promoters and 22 healthcare workers across all six sub-counties. Sightsavers

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI OFFICIALLY OPENS THE INAUGURAL UNIFIED SPORTS TOURNAMENT

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili has officially inaugurated the First Edition of the Unified Sports Tournament at KMTC grounds in Wote, Makueni.

The tourney spans two days and is hosting 132 athletes, consisting of 72 individuals with intellectual disabilities, 60 unified partners and 24 coaches.

The event is a collaborative effort between the Government of Makueni County and Nike through Special Olympics to promote female participation in sports among those with intellectual disabilities.

Teams will compete for various awards including cash prizes and trophies.

Notable officials present at the event include Glen Cundari from Coach +, Jeff Lahart from Special Olympics International, as well as Susan Masila from Special Olympics Kenya.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI LEADS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATIONS IN KIBWEZI WEST

Siembeni Market in Kikumbulyu South Ward was a hive of activity on Saturday as women from all walks of life gathered to mark this year’s International Women’s Day.

The event, led by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, was a powerful call to action for gender equality, women’s rights, and empowerment.

Addressing the gathering, Mulili urged leaders in political positions to champion the full spectrum of women’s and girls’ rights, emphasizing the need to foster gender equality and empowerment.

She highlighted Makueni’s strides in advancing gender equity through key policies, including the Makueni County Gender Policy, Children Policy, Disability Policy, Social Protection Policy, Ultra-Poor Graduation Policy, and the Gender-Based Violence Policy, among others.

“This year’s theme, ‘For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,’ is a reminder that we must work collectively to ensure every woman and girl enjoys equal opportunities and a dignified life,” she said.

The event was graced by prominent leaders, including County MP Hon. Rose Museo, who reaffirmed her commitment to advocating for women’s empowerment.

Also in attendance were Kibwezi West MP Ecomas Mwengi Mutuse, alongside MCAs Brian Nzioka (Masongaleni) and Francis Mulwa (Mtito-Andei), among other dignitaries.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI LEADS COUNTY IN CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili led Makueni County’s centenary celebrations for 100 years of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Kenya on Wednesday, held in Makindu town.

The nationwide celebrations feature a torch relay across counties to raise awareness among youth about TVET opportunities and equip them with employable skills.

Mulili received the TVET torch on behalf of Makueni County. The torch had arrived from the Coast region.

Makueni boasts three TVET institutions—Wote Technical Institute, Kibwezi West, and David M. Wambuli TVCs.

Addressing the public, Mulili emphasized the vocational institutions as powerful engines that drive industrial growth, combat youth unemployment, and support Kenya’s ambitious national goals outlined in Vision 2030.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI LAUNCHES ULTRA-POOR GRADUATION POLICY IN WOTE

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili today presided over the launch of the Ultra-Poor Graduation Policy at Wote Green Park.

The initiative, spearheaded by the County Department of Gender, Children, Youth, Sports, and Social Services in collaboration with Village Enterprise, aims to empower the ultra-poor to achieve socio-economic resilience and self-sufficiency. Through the program, beneficiaries have gained financial literacy skills, enabling them to build financial capacity and access banking services from mainstream financial institutions and the Makueni County Empowerment Fund.

The event was graced by key county leaders, including County Secretary Justin Kyambi, Executive Committee Member for Gender Eng. Sebastian Kyoni, Makueni Public Service Board CEO Redempta Kavindu, and Chief Officer Nicholis Mutua, among others.