Nairobi: Leaders of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Women League in Kericho County have called on young people to acquire national identity cards, register as voters, and reject violence, emphasizing that active participation in democratic processes is essential for national development and political stability.
According to Kenya News Agency, the leaders made these remarks during the UDA Women League Kericho Chapter’s Second Annual General Meeting held at Tea Hotel in Kericho Town. The meeting brought together more than 1,000 women from across the county’s six sub-counties to review the league’s activities, discuss development issues affecting women, and mobilize support for government programs targeting women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
The forum concentrated on strengthening grassroots mobilization, enhancing women’s participation in leadership, and raising awareness about national development initiatives implemented by the Kenya Kwanza administration. Speakers noted that increased public participation in government programs would accelerate socio-economic transformation and improve household welfare across the county.
Nominated Member of the County Assembly (MCA) Lily Sirma praised the government’s efforts to recognize and support small-scale traders, popularly known as Mama Mboga, through empowerment programs targeting the informal sector. She emphasized that women engaged in small businesses form the backbone of many households and that empowering them directly enhances family incomes, food security, and local economic growth.
UDA Women League Kericho Chapter Organizing Secretary Joyce Marindany commended ongoing government development programs, including the Affordable Housing Programme, the Social Health Authority (SHA) initiative, and water projects, stating that they are improving livelihoods across the country. She highlighted that the Affordable Housing Programme is providing decent and affordable homes while creating employment opportunities for thousands of young people in the construction sector and related industries.
Marindany further noted that SHA and water projects are expanding access to healthcare and essential services, thereby improving the quality of life for many households. She urged young people who have not yet acquired national identity cards to do so without delay, stressing that the document is crucial for voter registration and access to government services, employment opportunities, and financial inclusion.
The AGM provided members with an opportunity to assess progress, exchange ideas on issues affecting women, strengthen grassroots structures, and reaffirm commitment to supporting development programs aimed at improving livelihoods and promoting peace.
