Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii Flags Off Benchmarking Visit to Embu County for Cooperative Societies

This morning, Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii flagged off representatives of various cooperative societies as they embarked on a benchmarking visit to Embu County. This strategic initiative aims to explore new opportunities, innovative ventures, and enable cooperators to learn best practices from successful cooperative models.

Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, Governor Bii highlighted the significance of the benchmarking visit, emphasizing the need for continuous learning and adaptation in the cooperative sector. “By investing in these learning experiences, we are equipping our cooperative members with the requisite skills to make a difference in their respective cooperatives,” Governor Bii stated.

The visit to Embu County is designed to provide the cooperative representatives with firsthand experience of operational strategies employed by thriving cooperatives. Participants are expected to gain valuable insights into effective management practices, technological innovations, and sustainable business models that have contributed to the success of cooperatives in Embu.

Governor Bii expressed optimism that the knowledge and skills acquired during the benchmarking visit will be instrumental in enhancing the performance and sustainability of cooperatives in Uasin Gishu County. He underscored the importance of adopting best practices and innovative approaches to drive growth and development within the cooperative movement.

“This incentive aims to explore new opportunities, innovative ventures, and enable our cooperators to learn best practices from successful models,” Governor Bii remarked. He added that such initiatives are crucial for fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement among cooperative societies.

The benchmarking visit is part of Governor Bii’s broader vision to strengthen the cooperative sector in Uasin Gishu by promoting knowledge exchange and capacity building. The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting cooperative societies through various programs and initiatives that enhance their operational efficiency and impact.

Participants of the benchmarking visit expressed their enthusiasm and readiness to learn from their counterparts in Embu County. They are expected to return with new ideas and strategies that will help transform their cooperatives and contribute to the socio-economic development of Uasin Gishu County.

Governor Bii’s initiative reflects a proactive approach to empowering cooperative societies and ensuring their long-term success. By facilitating such educational opportunities, the Uasin Gishu County government aims to create a vibrant and resilient cooperative sector capable of driving sustainable development and improving the livelihoods of its members