The air was filled with optimism today in Ekonjero, Kisa North Ward, as H.E. FCPA Governor Fernandes Barasa concluded a major milestone in his administration’s agricultural empowerment program. Wrapping up the free tea seedling distribution in Khwisero Constituency, Governor Barasa reaffirmed his commitment to building a more resilient, self-sustaining rural economy—one seedling at a time.
Addressing a warm crowd of local farmers, Barasa shared that 600 farmers across Khwisero will benefit directly from the initiative, with seedlings already being delivered to three key tea collection centres in the constituency.
“This is not just about tea,” the Governor said. “It’s about giving our people a reliable source of income, encouraging long-term investment in their land, and creating wealth at the grassroots.”
The program is part of the County Government’s wider strategy to promote cash crop farming, especially in areas traditionally dominated by subsistence agriculture. Farmers welcomed the move, with many expressing hope that the new tea ventures will provide their families with stability and prosperity for years to come.
But the Governor didn’t stop at agriculture. In a bold promise to improve local infrastructure, Barasa announced that the Ekonjero–Emako–Munjiti road will be upgraded to bitumen standards in the next financial year — a move set to ease transport challenges for farmers and traders alike.
“Better roads mean faster access to markets, reduced post-harvest losses, and safer travel for our people,” he noted.
Barasa also pledged to revive the Misango Hills Water Project, ensuring last-mile water connectivity for surrounding communities — a long-awaited solution for households that have struggled with inconsistent water supply.
He was accompanied by a team of leaders who share in the vision, including host MCA Hon. James Etabale and CECM for Agriculture Mophat Mandela, alongside other Members of the County Assembly and County Executive Committee members.
The event was more than a distribution exercise — it was a conversation with the people, a celebration of community, and a reminder that real change often begins at the grassroots.
“As we plant these seedlings, we are also planting hope — hope for better harvests, better incomes, and a better tomorrow,” Governor Barasa said to applause.
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