Kericho:Kericho County Government has emphasized the completion and operationalization of significant projects in sectors such as health, water, agriculture, and industrialization to foster economic growth and enhance service delivery.
According to Kenya News Agency, these decisions were made during the 129th County Cabinet Meeting, chaired by Governor Dr. Eric Mutai. The meeting involved County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) reviewing ongoing projects and approving measures to ensure the public benefits from these investments.
The prioritized projects include the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) Centre at Kericho County Referral Hospital and Mother and Child Units at Sosiot, Cheborge, and Kunyak. Additionally, the Bureti Water Expansion Project, Kedowa Maize Mill, and Roret Pineapple Processing Plant are set to receive focused resource allocation to enhance facilities and infrastructure, thereby expanding access to essential services and creating economic opportunities.
In the water sector, efforts are being accelerated to connect households with completed water projects such as Kimologit, Kapkures, and Kapsoit, aiming to provide reliable and clean water supplies and support domestic and productive activities in communities. The Bureti Water Expansion Project aims to improve the water supply in the Kapsuser-Kabartegan-Roret corridor, addressing a critical development need.
For agriculture and industrialization, the Kedowa Maize Mill and Roret Pineapple Processing Plant are expected to bolster value addition, improve market access for farmers, and support local businesses. The Roret facility focuses on supporting pineapple farming, while the Kedowa mill contributes to maize value addition.
Additionally, the CECMs have mandated the acceleration of the Kericho town beautification project to reduce disruptions to traders, pedestrians, and other town users. This initiative is part of broader efforts to enhance the urban environment and public spaces.
In education, plans for the Fourth Vocational Training Graduation Ceremony have been ratified, with over 4,000 graduates set to receive certificates. This underscores the county’s investment in technical and vocational training as a pathway to employment and economic empowerment.
The successful implementation of these resolutions is crucial for translating ongoing investments into improved healthcare, expanded water access, stronger agricultural value chains, and enhanced livelihoods for the residents of Kericho.
