Uasin Gishu County continues to make strides in fostering social and economic inclusion for its informal settlements, with the launch of new community development plans for Kipkaren and Mwanzo. The County Government, in collaboration with the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP), has proposed a series of transformative projects aimed at uplifting the living standards and empowering residents of these areas.
This morning, Deputy Governor Evans Kapkea led a discussion on the KISIP proposed projects under Component 2, which focuses on Social Economic Inclusion. The session, held with key stakeholders, including County Secretary Mr. Philip Meli, CECM for Lands Mr. Edward Sawe, Hon. David Letting (Kipkaren Ward), Hon. Gilbert Lagat (Kiplombe Ward), and Pamoja Trust representatives led by Executive Director Mr. Samuel Olando and Board Chair Mr. Odenda Lumumba, marked a major step towards realizing long-term improvements in these informal settlements.
The ten-year development plans for Mwanzo and Kipkaren settlements feature crucial infrastructure and social interventions. For Mwanzo, the proposed projects include the construction of a Social Hall & ICT Hub, Waste Collection Points, Drainage Systems, and the establishment of a Community Policing Initiative to enhance security. The aim is to create a more vibrant and sustainable environment for the residents, improving both social cohesion and access to services.
Kipkaren's development blueprint highlights improvements to the community’s playground, the construction of a new community center, and the establishment of a capacity-building initiative for agro-farming, with a particular focus on poultry keeping. A key feature of the plan is the provision of a community borehole to address water scarcity, alongside a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) support center to provide assistance to survivors. The Kipkaren plan also includes waste collection and recycling points to foster environmental sustainability.
“We are committed to working closely with the KISIP program and local communities to ensure that these projects reflect the real needs of the people. Through these efforts, we aim to create a stronger foundation for social inclusion and long-term economic empowerment in these informal settlements,” said Deputy Governor Kapkea during the meeting.
The County Government’s collaboration with KISIP and its effective management of resources has not only paved the way for these initial developments but has also secured additional funding to expand similar projects to other informal settlements within Uasin Gishu. This demonstrates the County's continued commitment to improving the lives of its residents, ensuring no one is left behind.
"As we expand these initiatives, we remain focused on addressing the immediate needs of our informal settlements while also investing in long-term solutions that will empower communities and uplift livelihoods," added Kapkea.
The County Government, alongside KISIP and local stakeholders, is set to continue its concerted efforts in enhancing the social and economic prospects of the people of Kipkaren and Mwanzo, with plans to roll out these developments in the coming months. This partnership serves as a model for inclusive growth that can be replicated in other regions of the county.
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