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Instant Briefs, Machakos (2025)

04/11/2025

967 youths have benefited with empowerment kits to start their careers from the county government of Machakos during their graduation which was held today at the governor's office, this being the first cohort of the Machakos Youth Sevice.

Speaking during this event governor Wavinya Ndeti has said that this is one of the fulfilment of the promises she gave to the residents during the campaign period. " During my pre - election campaign I pledged to put in place policies that favour the transformation of our communities and through empowering of our youth who are not only endowed with talents and energy but also who face challenges of unemployment and lack of opportunities. Today I am proud by the progressive idea that I pre conceived has yielded fruits because I believe that empowered youth is the foundation of a prosperous county and nation." She said.

This is an event which was attended by Wiper Patriotic Front Leader Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka among other leaders.

05/07/2025

‎MACHAKOS CO-OPERATIVES POST KES 3.5B TURNOVER, KES 13.7B IN ASSETS
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‎Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti today led the County’s celebrations to mark International Co-operatives Day (Ushirika Day) 2025, held under the global theme “Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World.”
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‎Addressing co-operative societies and SACCOs drawn from across the county, the Governor acknowledged the vital role of co-operatives in transforming lives,not only in agriculture, but also in trade, services, transport, and other sectors. She noted that these member-owned institutions continue to drive financial inclusion, shared prosperity, and grassroots development.
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‎Machakos County currently boasts 393 registered co-operative societies with over 259,000 members, an annual turnover of KSh 3.5 billion, and a cumulative share capital and asset base of KSh 13.7 billion. These figures, the Governor said, reflect the strength and resilience of the movement and its contribution to economic growth.
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‎Several outstanding SACCOs were recognized and awarded for their exemplary performance, innovation, and impact in advancing co-operative values.
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‎The Governor commended their efforts in empowering communities and pledged her administration’s continued support for co-operatives as engines for inclusive growth, youth and women empowerment, and sustainable economic transformation across all wards.

08/06/2025

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has announced a record-breaking achievement in the county’s Own Source Revenue, which has reached Ksh 2 billion for the current financial year.

Speaking after a church service in Katoloni, she attributed the success to reforms such as automating payment systems, digitizing revenue collection, and conducting comprehensive revenue mapping.

"When I took over in 2022, our Own Source Revenue stood at sh 1.1 billion. We grew the figure to sh 1.45 in the subsequent years and we have now hit sh 2 billion-the highest ever," the Governor said.

Governor Wavinya dismissed her critics, labeling them as former beneficiaries of corruption, and vowed to continue safeguarding public resources and enhancing service delivery.

08/06/2025

"We are connecting 6,500 new homes to electricity in Machakos County by investing 1.4 billion shillings. 600 additional households in Kangundo Constituency will benefit from the last mile connectivity programme.

The 13Kms Kangundo-Mwala Road will be upgraded to bitumen standard at a cost of 800 million shillings, with work expected to start immediately." Prof. Kithure Kindiki,Deputy President.

07/06/2025

"In Machakos County, construction of 15 markets is in various stages. This includes the Machakos Town Modern Market that will be constructed at a cost of 450 million shillings and Matuu Market that will cost 350 million shillings." Deputy President,Prof. Kithure Kindiki.

18/05/2025

Wiper Party Leader Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has questioned on the freedom of law practitioners after the Kenya's People's Liberstion party (PLP) leader Martha Karua and other Law practitioners were restricted from entering Tanzania at Mwalimu Nyerere International Airport in Tanzania.

Dr. Musyoka was speaking during the inauguration and enthronement of the new elect Bishop in ACK Machakos Diocese ,Bishop Patrick Munuve a service which was led by the ACK Arch Bishop of Kenya Jackson Ole Sapit after the retirement of Bishop Jackson Mutungi.

09/10/2024

MACHAKOS COUNTY ADDRESS PROMOTION CONCERNS AND THE DOCTORS' STRIKE.

Machakos county secretary,Muya Ndambuki has cleared the airwaves that Machakos county doctors went to strike in solidarity with doctors in other counties but not because their demands were not met by the county government of Machakos.

Speaking to the Members of the fourth Estate earlier today at White House,the County secretary has explained that they as a county have met the demands set by the doctors in Machakos county."As a county we were in full compliance with the concerns that the Medics had raised" said the county secretary.

He went ahead to add that there has been stagnation of promotions within the county employees promising to award promotions to the county workers in accordance with merit.

05/10/2024

SKILLS AUDIT FOR MACHAKOS COUNTY STAFF.

Machakos county governor, Wavinya Ndeti has directed the department of public service to conduct a skills audit for county staff to improve efficiency and enhance service delivery in order to serve Machakos residents effectively.

This move is part of her administration’s efforts to ensure that employees are placed in roles that align with their competencies.

Speaking during the signing of performance contracts for executive committee members and Chief Officers, The County Boss emphasized that her administration is committed to addressing staff stagnation in job groups.

She acknowledged that many county employees had been stuck in the same positions for years and vowed to fast-track their promotions as part of the ongoing reforms.

04/10/2024

Machakos county governor Wavinya Ndeti oversees the signing of performance contract of the county executive committee members and their chief officers at the white house

04/10/2024

Machakos county residents during public participation in Machakos social hall earlier today

01/10/2024

Over 42,000 ECDE learners in Machakos county will benefit with plastic seats,tables, mattresses and computers from the county government's development partners.

Machakos County Boss thanked the development partners adding that it will go along way in equipping young learners with the necessary skills as they grow up.

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28/09/2024

Citizens urged to embrace security officers as police regional prayers.

Members of the public have been encouraged to embrace security officers and seek harmonious coexistence with them in order to boost security in the society.

Speaking at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Cathedral in Machakos during an annual thanksgiving service for uniformed officers drawn from lower Eastern counties of Kajiado, Makueni, Kitui and Machakos, various leaders and top security officials said harmonious coexistence was necessary for successful policing.

“Many Kenyans do not understand the difficult environment that police officers work under. They are equally humans with families and loved ones and every time they step out and go to work, their families are worried whether they will return safely. Members of the public need to embrace them and understand their actions while at work,” said Governor Wavinya, who was the chief guest of the ceremony.

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