Busia: Busia County Assembly Speaker Fredrick Odilo has called for the establishment of a health club in the County to enhance both physical and mental wellness among the local residents. Speaking at the County Assembly during the flagging-off ceremony of the County Sports team participating in the County Assembly Sports Association 2025 Games (CASA) before they left for Meru County on Friday, Odilo emphasised the need for a facility that would address the rising concerns around mental health and fitness.
According to Kenya News Agency, Odilo highlighted the importance of creating a health club that would serve to maintain both the physical and mental health of the citizens. He expressed his hope that the Assembly’s leadership, through the Majority Leader, would engage the Executive to secure funding for the construction of such a facility.
Odilo also took the opportunity to remind the sports team of the importance of maintaining discipline during the competition. He urged them to enjoy the games responsibly and to be mindful of their actions, as they are representatives of Busia County.
Busia County Assembly Acting Clerk Gabriel Erambo announced the county’s participation in 19 disciplines for both men and women at the CASA Games. He noted that the County Assembly Service Board has facilitated the participation of 54 MCAs, two board members, and 106 staff, with an approved budget of Sh20 million to support their involvement in the event.
Marachi Central MCA and Chairperson of the Sports, Culture and Social Services Committee, Shadrack Masinde, called for an increase in the sports budget. He advocated for equitable allocation for all participants in future games and stressed the importance of early preparation to ensure success in winning trophies.
The 6th edition of the County Assembly Sports Association (CASA) Games is scheduled to take place from 22nd to 25th November in Meru County.
