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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inspects the solarization of Mwaani boreholes in Kituasi Village.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inspects the solarization of Mwaani boreholes in Kituasi Village, Mwaani,where three boreholes are being powered by solar energy with a combined capacity of 24.5kW to reduce electricity costs and enhance water supply.

He said the County Government will drill additional boreholes at the site. The site has been installed with CCTV cameras to safeguard the infrastructure. Mutula unveiled plans to automate water kiosks for efficient management of the resource.

He was accompanied by ECMs, Wote/ Nziu MCA Felix Mateso, County Assembly Committee Chairperson on Water Sarah Mbilu, and other county officials.

𝐈𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐊 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐢 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

𝐖𝐨𝐭𝐞, 𝟐𝟐 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 – The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) has commended Makueni County for clean audit reports, recognising the county’s commitment to prudent accounting and financial management.

ICPAK Chairperson CPA Prof. Elizabeth Kalunda Muvui made the remarks during a meeting with Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. in Wote, when She lead her team in a courtesy call on the governor.

The meeting explored collaboration in capacity building for county staff and MSMEs, particularly groups supported through the county’s empowerment programmes.

The two sides also discussed opportunities for other counties to benchmark Makueni’s financial management prudence, especially on own-source revenue and cashless revenue collection systems.

Governor Mutula urged ICPAK to strengthen the sharing of its research, journals and professional publications with county governments to support informed decision-making and effective implementation of devolution.

The engagement reaffirmed the shared commitment to strengthening accountability, financial management and service delivery in Makueni County.

𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐖𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬.

𝐖𝐎𝐓𝐄: 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 22𝑛𝑑, 2026 – As Makueni’s mango season approaches, the County Government is positioning farmer cooperatives to turn collective strength into better markets, stronger bargaining power and improved returns for farmers.

The County Cooperative Development Directorate on Tuesday brought together 56 leaders from 28 cooperatives for a sensitisation forum focused on strengthening cooperatives as reliable vehicles for aggregation and marketing of farmers’ produce.

During the forum, cooperative leaders were equipped with skills on governance, leadership, management and compliance, alongside quality mango production, aggregation and marketing opportunities.

Further, they also reviewed preliminary mango market survey findings, pre-qualification requirements for supplying mangoes to Makueni County Fruit Development and Marketing Authority, and quality standards required by the processor.

The forum, attended by Chief Officers Kinns Mwania and Joseph Ndolo, also exposed cooperative leaders to financing opportunities through MCEF, AFC and Cooperative Bank, further strengthening the county’s drive to connect Makueni farmers with markets beyond the county.

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐢 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞.

𝑊𝑂𝑇𝐸, 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 22𝑛𝑑, 2026 – With micro and small enterprises emerging as a key engine of livelihoods and local economic growth, Makueni County is investing in equipping traders with the knowledge needed to grow and sustain their businesses.

The Department of Trade, Marketing, Industry, Culture and Tourism, in collaboration with the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA), on Tuesday brought together traders for a practical business training facilitated by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).

The training focused on access to finance, business formalisation, bookkeeping and taxation; key pillars for running profitable and compliant enterprises.

Attending the forum, CECM Irene Makau Mwilu challenged traders to go beyond producing quality goods by embracing strategic marketing, building strong brands and creating markets for their products.

The training is part of a wider county initiative to empower traders with skills, resources and knowledge for sustainable business growth, with participants receiving certificates of participation.

The session was also attended by Chief Officer Dr. Jossylyn Nzilani, Director Harrison Kiandiko, the County MSEA Representative and the Lower Eastern ICPAK Representatives.

𝗠𝗮𝗸𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗶 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺.

Makueni County takes centre stage on 23–24 September 2026 as counties gather in Wote to share practical lessons on turning energy plans into investments.

Convened by the Council of Governors in partnership with the Power Up Kenya Campaign, the forum will spotlight Makueni’s experience as the first county to prepare an Investment Prospectus for its County Energy Plan.

The county will share its approach with 14 counties yet to develop their energy plans, alongside Kilifi and Nakuru. Participants will also tour county energy projects showcasing investments in energy access, renewable energy for productive use and clean cooking.

The forum seeks to help counties develop credible, locally owned and investable energy plans that can attract investment and support local economic development.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili leads the final inspection of the Kithioni Kwa Sati Drift in Ilima Ward.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili leads the final inspection of the Kithioni Kwa Sati Drift in Ilima Ward. The drift is set for commissioning upon approval and handover by the contractor. It will ease travel, improve connectivity, and support local economic activities.

𝗠𝘂𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘂 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

𝟭𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 – The Sh15.7 million Muangini Drift improvement project along the Mbyani-Ngalani road in Kasikeu Ward is 86 percent complete and is expected to be finished within the next two weeks.

Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, who inspected the 57-metre-long project, said the works would improve transport and access along the road, particularly during the rainy season.

Mulili is accompanied by area MCA Ruben Nzai, Ilima MCA Bishop Jonathan Muthoka and County Executive Committee Members Peter Mumo Nyamai, Japheth Musyoka Mang’oka and Eng. Sebastian Kyoni, among other county officials.

She also interacted with residents and outlined county interventions in water, agriculture and infrastructure development.

Mulili said the county government had put measures in place to mitigate the effects of forecast El Niño rains and related disasters.

𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐝.

𝑀𝑏𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑖, 18𝑡ℎ 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 2026 – Thousands of Makueni households are set for a stronger planting season as the County Government rolls out certified maize seeds under Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr.’s household empowerment agenda.

Through the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperative Development, 8,372 farmers across four subcounties will receive 16.744 tonnes of certified maize seed, funded at KSh10 million.

Launched on Friday at Kithumani Market in Mbitini Ward by Agriculture CECM Damaris Kavoi, the initiative responds to priorities identified by residents during public participation and aims to strengthen food security, farm incomes and the grain value chain.

Each farmer will receive a 2kg packet, supporting maize production across an estimated 670 hectares and potentially yielding about 1,500 tonnes of maize.

The launch brought together Devolution CECM Nicholas Nzioka, Mbitini MCA Benard Mutua, Thange MCA Eric Katumo and Nzioki King’ola among other County officials.

Makueni Showcases Water Solutions in Mtito Andei.

Mtito Andei, 17th September 2026- Makueni on Thursday showcased the impact of community-led water investments as the Government of Makueni County and Neighbours Initiative Alliance (NIA) hosted Miss Universe Netherlands in Mtito Andei to highlight projects transforming lives through improved water access and community-led climate action.

The visit featured the Makingo Self-Help Group managing Maji Kwa Kila Boma Water Project in Makutano, a community-led initiative benefiting 300 households through improved access to water. The project is among eight initiatives supported by the Neighbours Initiative Alliance under the Water Justice Fund, demonstrating how communities can identify and implement solutions to local water challenges.

The projects supported through the initiative include water storage tanks, water kiosks, solar-powered systems, pipelines and rehabilitation of water sources, helping bring water closer to communities while strengthening local ownership and resilience.

The county team was led by Chief Officer Water, Sanitation and Irrigation David Makau, together with officers from the Department of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation. The engagement provided an opportunity to showcase how strategic partnerships and community participation are advancing last-mile water connectivity across Makueni.

𝐖𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐔𝐒$𝟓𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐠 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 under the 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭h for Climate Action (YCAF) Program.

Wote Municipality is among eight municipalities in Kenya to secure a US$50,000 grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to support youth-led climate action solutions

The initiative targets registered youth groups and youth led/ youth serving organizations giving them an opportunity to design and implement practical solutions addressing climate related challenges within the municipality.

Youth groups will apply for microgrants through the County Government of Makueni website – Wote municipality portal, with successful proposals receiving between US$1,000 and US$5,000. The successful groups will work with the municipality to design and implement their projects under municipal supervision, monitoring and evaluation.

The climate priority thematic areas are: 1. Climate education and awareness

2. Green infrastructure, reforestation and environmental protection

3. ⁠Sustainable waste management; promotion and advancement of circular economy

4. ⁠Sustainable transport and mobility: NMT’s

Groups opting for sustainable waste management will undertake market clean-ups, waste collection and disposal, and receive personal protective equipment. Those focusing on sustainable transportation will support the enhancement of parking spaces, including designated areas for persons with disabilities.

Groups focusing on green infrastructure and environmental protection will implement initiatives across greening, landscaping and beautification of urban spaces and road corridors.

Those focusing on education and awareness will build capacity of youths and other stakeholders on climate actions and resilience building

According to Wote Municipal Manager Evelyn Mutua who spoke during the program launch and sensitization forum at Green Park Wote, applications open on September 17, 2026, and close on October 29, 2026. She encouraged eligible youth groups to apply and wished successful applicants well in implementing their selected projects and ensuring they adhere to the program closure on 14th April 2027. She made emphasis on keen consideration for the next round of funding to groups adhering to implementation requirements.

Lands CECM Dr. Paul Musila urged organized youth groups within the municipality to seize the opportunity, saying it would provide a platform for youth development and empowerment.