The Principal Secretary of the State Department for Protection and Senior Citizens Affairs, Joseph Motari, has called for cooperation between national and county governments in Migori, emphasising the significance of unity and democratic engagement among political factions.
“I call upon politicians from all corners of Migori to come together and work closely for the sake of peace and unity for the benefit of our people,” said the PS.
Motari also welcomed the new County Commissioner for Migori, Kisilu Mutua, and urged leaders to respect one another to foster a peaceful environment.
He also highlighted the importance of enrolling eligible residents in cash transfer funds and announced ongoing household registration efforts.
Motari also emphasised the significance of agriculture in achieving food sustainability and encouraged residents to embrace farming and tree planting initiatives to combat climate change.
Tharaka Nithi County Commissioner David Gitonga has called for the relocation of national government offices and services to the county headquarters at Kathwana.
“Kathwana is the gazetted county headquarters. Major offices, such as those of the County Police Commander, have no offices here. We are ready to live and work here to make sure Kathwana grows as a county headquarters,” the CC said.
The County Commissioner’s office relocated to Kathwana last year amid calls from elected leaders and the national government for all offices to be relocated.
The county government is in the second phase of developing Kathwana Town to County Headquarters status, with key projects set to be launched, including tarmacking, street lights, and the construction of a power substation.
The county government is also ensuring the completion of county headquarters offices that have stalled since 2015 to allow major county government offices to relocate to the town.
Nakuru County has completed the rehabilitation of the Molo bus park in Molo town, costing Sh23 million.
The project aims to provide a dignified business environment for traders and enhance the efficiency and safety of public transportation.
County Secretary Dr. Samuel Mwaura highlighted the park’s amenities, including commuter shades, well-demarcated parking spaces, clear road markings, and flood lights.
The park will be used by Matatu operators starting tomorrow, and any operator violating the rules will face legal consequences.
The facility features 40 parking slots, bitumen-standard spaces, and can comfortably accommodate 20 saccos. County’s CEC for Trade, Stephen Kuria, praised the county government’s efforts and encouraged businesspeople to continue conducting their businesses in designated areas to promote economic growth.
Area MCA and deputy speaker of the Nakuru County Assembly, Joseph Ngware, also expressed support for the installation of flood lights, stating they would enable longer work hours and contribute to the economy’s growth.
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire has expressed optimism about the resolution of the problems following the ban of muguka herb in three coastal counties.
Legal and diplomatic measures have been put in place to allow free trade in the stimulant, which was banned in Mombasa, Kilifi, and Taita Taveta counties.
Mbarire urged farmers to look inward for other drugs responsible for addictions and to normalise the situation soon.
She also urged Mbeere North subcounty to stop selling counterfeit and substandard pest control products and to be on the lookout for people stealing donkeys and slaughtering them.
The growing counties have obtained court orders suspending the ban, while coastal counties hiked the cess charged on vehicles transporting produce.
Murang’a County Commissioner Joseph Nkanatha has to combat the increasing theft of pineapple at Delmonte Company’s farm.
He emphasised the company’s investment in the county and urged residents to support the security team in fighting crime.
“For Murang’a to attract more investors, we need to ensure there is security and people’s properties are safe. As chairman of the security team, I will ensure the stealing comes to an end,” he noted.
Murang’a has made significant progress in combating illicit alcohol and drug abuse, with inspections of bars completed and licensed outlets required to obtain licenses from the county government.
On his part, Murang’a Deputy Governor Stephen Munania said the county administration would work with the county commissioner and other security agencies to ensure investor protection.
The county government has also implemented projects in the social and economic sectors to uplift the lives of Murang’a residents and minimise criminal activities.
