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HUDUMA MASHINANI RETURNS TO KIKUMBULYU SOUTH, BENEFITING OVER 2,000 RESIDENTS

The County Government of Makueni, through the Department of Gender in collaboration with Huduma Kenya, on Wednesday rolled out the second phase of the Huduma Mashinani programme in Kikumbulyu South Ward, enabling 2,024 residents to access vital government services and documents.

Residents benefited from services including processing of birth and death certificates, national IDs, voter registration cards, certificates of good conduct, marriage certificates, affidavits, and other essential documents.

While inspecting the programme, CECM for Gender Eng. Sebastian Kyoni said the initiative, under the leadership of Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior, will continue across all wards in the county to ensure every resident can conveniently access government services and documentation.

He reaffirmed the county government’s commitment to bringing services closer to the people and eliminating barriers to access.

AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT HOLDS A STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT TO ENHANCE DAIRY DEVELOPMENT

Makueni County has continued to strengthen its dairy sector through the implementation of the Artificial Insemination (AI) Programme, aimed at improving dairy herd genetics, increasing milk production, boosting household incomes, and enhancing food and nutrition security.

The workshop that involved County Veterenary Officers, Dairy Cooperative leaders and Service providers focused on semen quality assurance, supply chain management, breed improvement strategies and data recording and reporting systems.

Speaking during the AI Stakeholders Engagement Workshop, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture Damaris Kavoi said the forum was convened to strengthen coordination among stakeholders and improve the efficiency of AI service delivery across the county.

During the forum, organized dairy groups received grants from the County Government to strengthen their dairy enterprises, enhance productivity, and improve the livelihoods of farming households.

Additionally, participants also reviewed programme performance, shared experiences and lessons learnt, discussed animal health interventions, and evaluated the implementation of the e-Voucher Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination programme.

The meeting was attended by Chief Officers Felistus Mutune and Japheth Kiminza, together with key stakeholders in the dairy value chain.

DEPUTY GOVERNOR LUCY MULILI ON WEDNESDAY LED A COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT INITIATIVE IN KASIKEU.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili on Wednesday led a community empowerment initiative in Kasikeu, distributing tents, seats and sporting equipment to support community groups and youth development.

The equipment is intended to strengthen community activities and support income-generating initiatives.Mulili urged residents to organize themselves into registered groups to benefit from the Makueni County Empowerment Fund (MCEF).

Through the fund, eligible groups can access a minimum allocation of Ksh 50,000, with opportunities for increased support based on growth and accountability.

The initiative aligns with Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr., administration which continues to prioritize grassroots empowerment, economic inclusion and youth development across Makueni County.

IMPROVING ACCESS TO PRIMARY HEALTH CARE

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Wednesday received a project handover certificate following the successful implementation of a healthcare partnership between the Government of Makueni County and ENI Kenya. Through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in 2024, substantial progress has been made in strengthening critical components of maternal, newborn, and emergency healthcare services across multiple levels of care, including Kambimawe Dispensary, the Blood Satellite Unit, and Makueni County Referral Hospital. The partnership also supported extensive training and capacity-building initiatives for healthcare workers.

As a result, prematurity-related deaths at the Makueni County Referral Hospital have significantly reduced following improvements in neonatal care.

The Governor thanked ENI Kenya for its continued support, while ENI Kenya Managing Director Daniela Morra commended the county government for its transparency and successful implementation of the project.

During the handover ceremony held in Nairobi, discussions focused on strengthening future collaborations, particularly in advancing pediatric healthcare and enhancing animal feed production initiatives targeting farmer groups within the county.

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Tuesday issued tents and chairs to six self-help groups in Kitundu, Kithungo/Kitundu Ward, to support their community initiatives and income-generating activities.

While presiding over the handover ceremony, the Governor encouraged residents to unite and form groups. He emphasized the importance of pooling resources and efforts so that communities can benefit collectively through cooperative societies.

GOVERNOR MUTULA SALUTES COUNTY WORKERS AS MAKUENI MARKS AFRICA PUBLIC SERVICE DAY

Makueni County on Tuesday marked Africa Public Service Day by recognizing outstanding departments, agencies, and employees, while issuing appointment, confirmation, re-designation, and promotion letters to hundreds of public servants.

Speaking during the celebrations, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. commended county workers for their contribution to development and improved service delivery across the county.

The county issued recruitment, confirmation, re-designation, and promotion letters to staff. Public Service Board Chairperson Benjamin Kioko Kasamba said the board had processed 85 new appointments, confirmed 179 permanent staff members, re-designated 11 officers, and approved 128 promotions.

Governor Kilonzo urged public servants to uphold integrity, dignity, and excellence in their work. He pledged to reward exemplary employees through the county’s new rewards and sanctions framework while addressing historical workplace injustices.

He congratulated the newly appointed and promoted staff, encouraging all workers to use their positions to positively impact the lives of residents.

Addressing the public servants, Governor Kilonzo expressed his appreciation for their dedication and services.

ADVANCING ACCESS TO SUSTAINABLE WATER SOLUTIONS

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. and Project Maji Technical Director sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in the implementation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programmes across the county.

The partnership will support the rehabilitation of existing boreholes, drilling and installation of new ones, with all systems designed to be solar-powered and tokenized to ensure communities have reliable access to water at all times. Through joint implementation, the partnership aims to deliver sustainable water solutions and improve the livelihoods of Makueni residents.

MAKUENI-NEW KCC DEAL PROMISES BETTER MILK PRICES FOR DAIRY FARMERS

Makueni County has taken a major step towards transforming its dairy sector after Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with New Kenya Co-operative Creameries (New KCC).

The partnership will guarantee dairy farmers a reliable market for their milk, while providing value addition, farmer training, improved breeding programmes, and up-to-date milk pricing information. The initiative aims to strengthen linkages between farmers and markets and unlock the county’s dairy value chain.

Speaking during the signing, New KCC Managing Director Joseph Malel Choge emphasized quality-based pricing, noting that milk from Makueni is expected to attract premium prices due to its superior quality and nutritional content.

The MoU is also expected to have a multi-sectoral impact on health, agriculture, finance, and education, including supplying nutritious milk to schools to improve learners’ health and nutrition.

GOVERNOR MUTULA UNVEILS NEW FRAMEWORK TO LIFT ULTRA-POOR HOUSEHOLDS OUT OF POVERTY

Makueni County has launched a new framework aimed at lifting vulnerable households out of extreme poverty through the Makueni Ultra-Poor Graduation Act, 2026.

Speaking during the launch of the Act, an initiative jointly implemented by the county government and Village Enterprise, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. said the programme is designed to make the government more responsive to the needs of the county’s poorest residents, particularly those surviving on less than KSh100 per day.

“This program makes the government humane by directly responding to the needs of the poorest among us,” said the governor.

As part of the rollout, the county has initiated pilot projects in six villages, one in each sub-county, selected based on poverty index scores. Beneficiaries will receive training, grants, and other forms of support to help them establish sustainable livelihoods and achieve economic independence.

Governor Mutula noted that while the six pilot villages mark an important beginning, they represent only a small portion of the county’s 3,663 villages, highlighting the need for gradual expansion of the programme.

Village Enterprise Chief Executive Officer Sazini Mojapelo said the initiative’s success will be measured by its ability to transform lives and enable households to move from poverty to economic self-reliance.

The Ultra-Poor Graduation Programme is expected to play a key role in reducing poverty levels across Makueni by equipping vulnerable households with the skills, resources, and support needed to build resilient and sustainable sources of income.

MAKUENI RANKED KENYA’S BEST-PERFORMING COUNTY IN FLLoCA PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION

Makueni County has emerged as the best-performing county in Kenya in the implementation of the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) Program.

According to the Auditor General’s 2025/2026 Annual Performance Assessment Report, Makueni achieved a perfect score of 100 out of 100, underscoring the commitment of the administration led by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. to fully comply with all requirements of the World Bank co-funded programme.

The county has implemented some of the most impactful FLLoCA projects in the water, agriculture, and environmental sectors, significantly improving livelihoods and enhancing climate resilience for thousands of residents across Makueni.