County Round Up
| County | Notice |
| Makueni | Paul Musila (Dr.), CECM, Health Services has published a notice stating that Health facilities in Makueni County have been upgraded. The Makueni County Referral Hospital is now a Level 5 facility, Kibwezi Sub-County Hospital and Kyambeke Health Centre are upgraded to Level 4, and Mwanyani Rescue Centre is now a Dispensary Level 2 along with New Ulu Dispensary. |
| Nairobi | |
| Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report A report for the proposed construction of residential apartments on Plot L.R. No. Nairobi Block 245/393, off Thika Road, Thome 1 Area, Nairobi City County, was received by NEMA. The project, proposed by Occupantwin Development Company Limited, involves constructing 3 blocks with a total of 592 units. Public comments are invited within 30 days from August 16, 2024. The full report is available for inspection at NEMA’s offices and can be downloaded from their website. Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report Nairobi Waldorf School Trust Expansion |
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| Nairobi and Kajiado County | Riruta-Ngong Meter Gauge Railway Commuter Line Kenya Railways proposes to construct a 12.5 km meter gauge railway line from Lenana/Riruta to Ngong, passing through various districts. The project’s impacts and mitigation measures include biodiversity loss, land acquisition, waste generation, air and noise pollution, and traffic disruption. The full report is available for inspection at NEMA offices and can be downloaded from www.nema.go.ke. Public comments are invited within 30 days. |
| Siaya | Siaya County Aggregated Industrial Park The County Government of Siaya proposes to establish an industrial park to boost economic growth through manufacturing and agro-industrial investments. The park will include facilities for warehousing, cold storage, power generation, waste and storm water management, and packaging. Key impacts and mitigation measures include addressing soil erosion, loss of vegetation, noise and air pollution, road traffic disruption, and water usage. The full report is available for inspection at NEMA offices and can be downloaded from www.nema.go.ke. Public comments are invited within 30 days. |
| Homa Bay | The Homa Bay County Assembly has amended its calendar for 2024. The revised schedule outlines specific sitting days, recess periods, and includes a long recess from December 5, 2024, to February 11, 2025. The calendar is subject to adjustments as determined by the Assembly. |
| Kirinyaga | New appointments have been made to the Kirinyaga County Budget and Economic Forum by Jacqueline W. Njogu, the CECM for Finance and Economic Planning. The new representatives include Bernard Ireri Thuo and Victor Wahome for professionals; Pauline Wangeci and Maina Kamenja for business; Yusuf Muhamed Sheikh and Rev. Richard Muthii M. for faith-based organizations; Moffat Manegene for youth; Mary Nyawira for women; and Alice Wangui Kithaka for persons with disabilities (PLWDs). These appointments are effective from August 9, 2024 for a term of five years. |
| Turkana County | Governor Jeremiah Ekamais Lomorukai Napotikan has appointed a Selection Panel for the recruitment of the County Secretary and the Chairperson of the Turkana County Public Service Board. The panel includes Peter Lolem as Chairperson, and Samson Ochuka Omamo, Concepta Longoli, Richard Emoru, and Ebongon Emuria as members.
The panel is tasked with ensuring competitive recruitment for these positions, formulating and advertising the vacancies, shortlisting candidates, preparing an interview schedule, and conducting interviews. The final report and recommendations will be submitted to the Governor for forwarding to the County Assembly for vetting. The panel is required to complete its tasks within 60 days from the date of the notice. |