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\u201cWe have opened and graveled 953 km of roads, constructed six bridges, and upgraded 11.5 km of urban roads to bitumen standards in Bungoma Town,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
Additionally, the county is working on a Kshs. 373 million Soko Kubwa Market in Bungoma Town and a Kshs. 343 million Chwele Market, both set to transform trade and commerce.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese modern facilities will provide cold storage, ICT hubs, and enhanced trading environments for our business community,\u201d Lusaka affirmed.<\/p>\n
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The county government has intensified efforts to improve healthcare services.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are building a mother-and-child hospital in Naitiri, a modern theatre in Cheptais, and equipping the 100-bed Sirisia facility,\u201d Lusaka announced.
\nHe further highlighted the hiring of 548 healthcare workers and the digitization of health services through a new Health Management Information System.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are investing in healthcare workforce development to ensure quality and accessible services,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
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The Governor reaffirmed his commitment to economic growth through trade and industrialization.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite challenges in funding, the County Aggregation and Industrial Park in Sang\u2019alo is progressing, and we have secured an additional Kshs. 105.3 million to accelerate its completion,\u201d he revealed.<\/p>\n
Additionally, Bungoma\u2019s street lighting program continues to boost security and trade, with over Kshs. 12 million in trade loans disbursed to empower small-scale traders.<\/p>\n
Recognizing Bungoma\u2019s agricultural strength, Lusaka noted investments in crop and livestock farming.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe distributed certified fertilizers and maize seeds to 21,900 farmers, alongside avocado and coffee seedlings to boost productivity,\u201d he reported.<\/p>\n
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The county has also provided 108 dairy cows and 40 goats to farmers, ensuring sustainable livestock development.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe aim to improve farmer incomes through strategic agricultural programs,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Governor Lusaka highlighted investments in vocational training and sports infrastructure.<\/p>\n
“We confirmed 303 VTC instructors and launched programs to equip our youth with technical skills,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n
In sports, Bungoma is making strides in athletics and football.<\/p>\n
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\u201cPhase One of the Chemoge High Altitude Training Centre is complete, and we are preparing for a marathon to launch it in April 2025,\u201d he announced.<\/p>\n
The county has advanced its climate change initiatives, surpassing the national tree cover target.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe planted 600,000 trees last year and are committed to expanding green initiatives,\u201d Lusaka emphasized.<\/p>\n
Governor Lusaka concluded with a call for unity and continued collaboration.<\/p>\n
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\u201cI was given a second chance, and I want to finish strong! Let\u2019s work together to build a resilient, prosperous, and inclusive Bungoma,\u201d he declared.<\/p>\n
With increased budgetary allocations and strategic partnerships, the Governor expressed confidence in completing major projects that will shape Bungoma\u2019s future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka delivered an ambitious State of the County Address, outlining key achievements and development plans across various sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, trade, and agriculture. Lusaka emphasized his administration\u2019s commitment to improving road networks and urban centers. \u201cWe have opened and graveled 953 km of roads, constructed six bridges, and upgraded 11.5 km […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":6508,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[41],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6511","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-governance"],"yoast_head":"\n