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From Training to Smart Licences: Gov Malombe Transforms Boda Boda Sector

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Governor Malombe with Kitui bodaboda men Our Reporter   Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has intensified efforts to professionalize the boda boda sector after 783 motorcycle riders from all the 40 wards received Smart Driving Licences. The initiative to empower the bodaboda operators was done under a partnership between the County Government of Kitui and the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). Speaking during the issuance ceremony at KEFRI Grounds, Governor Malombe said the initiative is designed to promote road safety, improve professionalism and accountability among riders, and enhance their livelihoods. He described the programme as a major step towards transforming the boda boda industry into a safer, well-organized and economically viable sector. The Governor noted that while the boda boda industry remains one of the largest employers of young people, many operators are yet to acquire driving licences.  Out of 13,909 registered boda boda riders in Kitui Count...

Governor Malombe Unveils Traffic Lights to Enhance Safety & Order in Kitui Town

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Our Reporter   Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has today commissioned traffic lights within Kitui town, marking a major milestone in the transformation of Kitui Town into a modern, orderly and safer urban centre. Speaking during the commissioning, Governor Malombe said the installation of the traffic lights is aimed at bringing order to one of the town's busiest junctions, which has been prone to road accidents, while improving the smooth flow of traffic as Kitui continues to experience rapid growth. " Our town is growing and we must plan for its future. These traffic lights will enhance road safety, improve traffic management and support our vision of building a well-planned, modern town, " said the Governor. Roads and Public Works County Executive Committee Member Reuben Itiko said the county designed and implemented the traffic light system, which is equipped with traffic cameras and linked to a state-of-the-art control room to enhance traffic monitoring and manageme...

Game Changer for Healthcare in Kitui West

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Our Reporter   Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has once again demonstrated why he remains a leader focused on transforming lives through development. Today, the Governor commissioned the new main theatre at Kauwi Level IV Hospital, a modern facility fully completed by the County Government of Kitui.  He also officially unveiled the hospital's radiology department, which was both constructed and equipped under his administration. The two landmark projects mark a major milestone in strengthening healthcare services in Kauwi Ward and the larger Kitui West region.  Residents will now enjoy improved access to life-saving surgical procedures, faster diagnostic services, and quality healthcare closer to home, reducing the need for referrals to distant hospitals. The commissioning is yet another testament to Governor Malombe's commitment to investing in people-centred development and delivering on his promise of a stronger, healthier and more prosperous Kitui. # TheKituiPromise ...

Health Boost: Governor Malombe Delivers Modern Laboratory to North

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Major health Boost for Kamuwongo  Our Reporter  Residents of Kyuso Ward in Mwingi North have received a major healthcare boost after Governor Dr. Julius Malombe commissioned the Kamuw'ongo Health Centre Laboratory, a landmark investment expected to transform medical services in the area. The modern laboratory will enable patients to access timely and accurate diagnostic services closer to home, reducing the need for costly and time-consuming referrals to distant health facilities.  With faster diagnosis comes quicker treatment, better disease management and improved health outcomes for thousands of residents The commissioning is the latest milestone in Governor Malombe's ongoing efforts to strengthen Kitui's healthcare system through strategic investments in modern medical infrastructure and essential services.  His administration has continued to prioritize accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare, steadily transforming health facilities across the county and ...

Governor Malombe Makes Karung'a Water Secure

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Sustainable water solution   By Our Reporter   Residents of Karung'a in Kivou Ward, Mwingi Central Constituency, have every reason to smile after Governor Dr. Julius Malombe commissioned the Karung'a Community Water Project Friday. This is a  transformative investment that is set to end years of water scarcity and improve the livelihoods of hundreds of families in Mwingi Central.  The project, which draws water from the Karung'a Earth Dam, now supplies clean and safe water to Karung'a Market, Karung'a Senior School, a communal water kiosk, and more than 210 households through individual water connections. This marks a major milestone in the county government's commitment to ensuring universal access to safe drinking water. The water project is yet another demonstration of Governor Malombe's unwavering resolve to fulfil his development agenda by delivering practical, life-changing projects that directly improve the lives of wananchi. Under Governor Malombe le...

From Promises to Projects: Governor Malombe's Legacy is Taking Shape

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Tangible service delivery   Our Reporter Over the past one year, Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has firmly reinforced his reputation as one of Kitui's foremost development champions and has delivered tangible projects to communities across the vast Kitui County. From the farthest villages to the other corner of the expansive County, the Governor's development footprint cannot be ignored. Every Friday, the Governor and his Executive team are up and running; in the villages, in the communities, in the Wards. County residents eagerly anticipate his visits not for political rallies or grand speeches, but for the commissioning of completed projects that are already transforming lives. His bucket of goodies include, functioning and elaborate Water Projects bringing relief to village communities, Modern health facilities meant to improve access to quality healthcare, upgraded roads opening up economic opportunities, newly constructed ECDE classrooms providing better learning environments...

BUDGET STANDOFF: Open Letter to Speaker Kinengo Katisya

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OPEN NOTE TO HON. KEVIN KINENGO KATISYA, SPEAKER - KITUI COUNTY ASSEMBLY Dear Sir, This is Jack Maseso addressing you, with humility but clear conscience. I would urge you to engage the highest level of sobriety as you go through the facts contained herein, without any emotional implosion.  On April 30, 2026, the county CECM in charge of Finance submitted to the County Assembly, Budget Estimates for FY 2026/2027 and Supplementary Budget II for FY 2025/2026.  In doing this, the CECM Finance complied with PFM Act, 2012, section 129 that mandates him to act as he did.  Now, at this stage, you are required - not by the Governor nor by the CECM Finance, but by the law - to commit the Supplementary Budget Estimates to the Budget & Appropriations Committee.  (PFM Act, Section 131(2): before the County Assembly considers the estimates, the relevant committee shall discuss and review them and make recommendations.)    The House committee is required by law to re...