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The 5Th Annual Devolution Conference 2018 The Devolution Experience 2 Table of Contents Message from the Chairman, Council of Governors 3 Message from the Vice Chairperson, COG and the Chair of the Devolution Conference Committee 4 Message from the Speaker of the Senate 6 Message from the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Devolution and ASAL 7 Message from the Chairman, County Assemblies Forum 9 Message from the County Government of Kakamega 10 Acknowledgement by the Chief Executive Officer, Council of Governors 11 Mombasa County 16 Kwale County 18 Kilifi County 20 Tana River County 22 Lamu County No content provided Taita-Taveta County 24 Garissa County 26 Wajir County 28 Mandera County 32 Marsabit County 34 Isiolo County 36 Meru County 38 Tharaka-Nithi County 40 Embu County No content provided Kitui County 42 Machakos County 44 Makueni County 48 Nyandarua County 50 Nyeri County 52 Kirinyaga County 54 The Devolution Experience 1 Murang’a County 56 Kiambu County 58 Turkana County 60 West Pokot County 62 Samburu County 66 Trans Nzoia County 68 Uasin Gishu County 70 Elgeyo-Marakwet County 72 Nandi County 74 Baringo County 76 Laikipia County 78 Nakuru County 80 Narok County 84 Kajiado County 86 Kericho County 88 Bomet County 90 Kakamega County 94 Vihiga County 96 Bungoma County 96 Busia County 100 Siaya County 104 Kisumu County 106 Homa Bay County 108 Migori County 110 Kisii County 112 Nyamira County 114 Nairobi County 116 Partners and Sponsors 119 2 The Devolution Experience MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN, COUNCIL OF GOVERNORS It has been eight years since the promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 which ushered a devolved system of governance that assured Kenyans of equitable share of resources and better service delivery for all. The commencement of County Governments in 2013 brought to life that assurance and the impact of devolution that can be attested today by Kenyans across the Country. The first administration of Governors ensured that structures were put in place to ensure that County Governments were functional. There were key milestones achieved even as the pioneer County Governors completed their tenure in office. Some of the sectors that had major achievements were; Health, Agriculture, Roads and Infrastructure, Education, ICT and Innovations. The August 2017 General Elections allowed counties to have a new knowledgeable and competent team of Governors who will drive the Devolution Agenda forward. As the new County Governments come to place, many have outlined their roadmap through the County Integrated Development Plans (CIDPs) that will cure the gaps experienced before and to guide their operations for the next five years. Some of the key issues that the public is keen on, is what the second phase of County Governments will do differently to improve participation in governance, service delivery, improved infrastructure and vibrant markets and towns that will boost the local economy. Counties are considering flagship projects that will improve services at the grassroot level. Universal Health is one of the ventures that Counties plan to adopt. The expansion and growth of small towns across the Country. Value addition projects like the ‘Ndegu Revolution’ being done in Kitui County are key priority areas for the next five years, that will ensure local farmers and residents get the full benefits of their products. The next five years also carry the promise of having better water and sewerage services for the residents at the grassroot level. County Governments are also ardent on having a better working and collaborative relationship with the National Government, the Senate and the County Assemblies to ensure that Devolution attains its highest aspirations for the people of Kenya. This will only be executed through strategic partnerships between the two levels of government, development partners and the private sector. The Pioneer County Governments already set the pace and the current Government should continue with that momentum. We hope that in the Spirit of Devolution, Counties will receive their budget allocations on time to allow operations to continue without disruptions and that services are not paralyzed due to lack of funds. This being the first Devolution Conference after commencement of the new regime, County Governments and key stakeholders are looking forward to deliberations arising from the focus areas of this year’s conference which are the President’s BIG Four Agenda. Discussions will be to review what has been done in the four sectors in the last five years and moving forward what could be done to ensure service delivery is executed to its epitome and that the Devolution Story and Experience only gets better! It is therefore our pride as County Governments to showcase some of the results and impacts of the various sector programmes in the Devolution Conference Magazine 2018. H.E. Hon. Josphat Koli Nanok Chairman, Council of Governors The Devolution Experience 3 MESSAGE FROM THE VICE CHAIRPERSON, COG AND THE CHAIR OF THE DEVOLUTION CONFERENCE COMMITTEE True to its Objectives and Principles, devolution represents the hope of the citizens of Kenya in general and for residents of each of the 47 Counties in particular. In demonstrating this hope, the Devolution Magazine has become an integral ingredient in the branding of all the last four Annual Devolution Conferences. The 5th Conference is no exception, and serves to uniquely entrench this practice from two main perspectives. First, as facilitators of effective devolution, we do acknowledge that five years since the establishment of the devolved system of governance, in which Counties were mandated to implement the 14 devolved functions under the Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of Kenya, we have seen both tremendous growth as well as diverse challenges that affect effective delivery of services. It is important to acknowledge these challenges in order to innovate and find sustainable breakthrough solutions in line with the overall Conference theme: “Sustainable, productive, effective and efficient governments for results delivery”. Secondly, the Devolution Magazine is an inspirational reminder that in spite of the challenges encountered over the first five years of implementing devolution under the pioneer County Governments, each County continues to celebrate significant transformative developments in all facets of the devolved functions. This evidence of hope is captured in the Magazine in form of flagship projects, “new firsts”, concepts, ideas, innovations or initiatives that generate solutions. It is worth noting that Counties are best placed to demonstrate contribution towards realization of the “Big Four” Agenda that is priority for the National Government of H.E. President Uhuru Kenyatta, since the agenda involves devolved sectors namely; Universal Health Care, Agriculture and Food Security, Manufacturing and Access to Affordable Housing. Flagship Projects such as stadiums which target harnessing of youth talents, promoting peace through sports and generating own-source revenue for County Governments have either been completed or are well on course. Other high- impact flagship projects implemented by Counties include mega water dams to increase supply of safe drinking water to residents, upgraded hospitals (Level 5 Hospitals and Referral Hospitals), Universal Health Care, establishment and expansion of water and sewerage networks in towns as well as setting up of investment parks to spur manufacturing. On the other hand, Counties are increasingly finding value in knowledge by adopting lessons, new ideas, concepts and innovations from other countries, from the African region and globally in order to improve performance in service delivery. In principle, every County has prioritized value addition of diverse value chains as well as in the Governor’s Manifesto. Similarly, the concept of agribusiness incubators to support in developing value chains, creating employment and jobs for youth and women and promoting appropriate innovation and technologies has started to gain traction. The Devolution Magazine highlights specific projects, programmes and initiatives that each County is proud of because they are changing the lives of citizens, as well as the local economy. It is however worth noting that this is not limited to physical projects only. Counties are also very proud of initiatives and adoption of concepts that are already resulting in improved institutional arrangement, governance and coordination of economic activity within and across Counties. These include setting up of Urban Management Boards, the benefit of establishing Regional Economic Blocs to spur inter-county trade and setting up structures for coordinating climate change action in counties. As we commence the second cycle of County governments, and building on the foundation laid by the pioneer generation, Counties remain committed to stepping up learning and exchange of information and knowledge, adoption of the above and new, revolutionary strategies for improved service delivery in order to realize and desire to become “Sustainable, productive, effective and efficient governments for results delivery”. Moving forward, we need more strategic examples that will propel the “Big Four” in Counties. 4 The Devolution Experience Lastly, we welcome you all to sample a one-by-one account of initiatives and projects that demonstrate that devolution bears the hope of Kenyans from County No. 1 to County No. 47. For these gains, we thank County governments individually and collectively, the role played by National Government
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