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ANOTHER WIN, ANOTHER TROPHY!

Makueni has bagged a second trophy at the ongoing Kenya Youth Inter-County Sports Association Games tournament in Laikipia after clinching the Women’s 3×3 basketball title against Siaya.

The Makueni ladies delivered a commanding performance, defeating the Lakeside side 16–11 to lift the trophy.

An Act of Humanity. For Every Child a Fair Chance In Education.

Saturday, May 13, 2023/ Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr graced Tusome Foundation /MINA motivation and Prize giving ceremony at Ikalyoni secondary school, Kilungu, Kaiti sub-county, where Students, and teachers are getting awarded for their good performance in different fields including those who excelled in last year’s KCPE & KCSE examinations.
The governor’s 2016 brainchild Tusome Foundation covers 6 primary schools, and 1 secondary school and has been doing welfare activities, supporting education, and environmental conservation.
H.E Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr fired warning shot on sex pests preying on minors after reports emerged of increased defilement cases in the region.
 
 

AJIRA KWA VIJANA PROGRAM REACHES KIKUMBULYU NORTH

The Ajira kwa Vijana Program was on Wednesday rolled out in Kikumbulyu North Ward, becoming the fourth ward to benefit from the youth empowerment initiative being implemented by the Government of Makueni County.

More than 500 casual workers are benefiting from the Ksh 2 million ward allocation, undertaking activities such as bush clearing, drainage maintenance and environmental improvement works.

The program is set to move to Nguu Masumba Ward on Thursday, making it the fifth ward to benefit from the initiative.

AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH MAKUENI COUNTY TO ESTABLISH COMPREHENSIVE CARE CLINIC

Makueni County has partnered with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) to construct a comprehensive care clinic at Makindu Subcounty Hospital. The project, valued at Ksh. 6.8 Million, aims to address the pressing space constraints at the facility, thereby enhancing the quality of care for over 2,000 patients.

The new clinic is expected to create a safer environment for patients while also reducing HIV-related stigma and improving confidentiality in patient care.

During the groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, Dr. Stephen Ndolo, the Chief Officer for Health Services, emphasized the nature of this initiative, describing it as an important milestone for local residents seeking medical assistance.

The foundations’ CEO Dr. Sam Kinyanjui stated that the clinic is scheduled for completion in January 2025,saying the development underscores their commitment in improving healthcare access and outcomes in the region.

AGRIPRENEURS TAKE OATH AFTER AN INTENSIVE TRAINING

The 210 agripreneurs launched on Thursday have officially taken an oath of service today after completing a two-day intensive training on their field roles.

The training focused on farmer profiling, equipping the agripreneurs with skills to assess farmers’ capacities and identify potential farming areas.

The oath, administered by County Solicitor Ms. Jennifer Kyumwa and witnessed by CECM for Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Cooperative Development, Joyce Mutua, signifies a commitment to safeguarding farmers’ data privacy.

“We count on you to be the bridge that uplifts our farmers and transforms agriculture in Makueni,” urged CECM Mutua.

The event was also attended by Livestock and Fisheries Chief Officer Japheth Kiminza, alongside other county officials.