County Government of Uasin Gishu

𝐙𝐈𝐖𝐀 𝐒𝐔𝐁-𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐒 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐂 𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓-𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐀𝐄𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Ziwa Sub-County Hospital has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully performing its first Caesarean section, ushering in a new era of maternal healthcare for residents of Uasin Gishu County.

The surgery, conducted by a skilled team of healthcare professionals, represents a major leap forward in the county's strategy to enhance medical services at the sub-county level and ease the burden on referral hospitals.

Health officials hailed the achievement as a transformative development for maternal and child health in the region. They emphasized that expectant mothers in Ziwa and surrounding areas will no longer need to endure long and often risky journeys to Eldoret or other referral centers to access emergency obstetric care.

The medical team credited the County Government of Uasin Gishu, led by Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii, for its sustained investment in health infrastructure, modern equipment, and staffing. These efforts have enabled Ziwa Sub-County Hospital to progressively broaden its scope of specialized medical services.

Residents and community leaders celebrated the news, describing it as a crucial intervention that will eliminate dangerous delays in accessing emergency maternal care and play a vital role in reducing maternal and infant deaths.

The successful operation follows a recent assessment by Health Services County Executive Janet Kurgat and Clinical Services Chief Officer Ambrose Tarus, who evaluated the hospital's theatre readiness and expressed full confidence in its surgical capabilities.

𝐔𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐮 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐤𝐨𝐢

The County Government of Uasin Gishu on Monday launched Phase Two of the Stima Mashinani programme in Ainabkoi Sub-County under Nguzo Number 7, which focuses on infrastructure and energy development.

The launch was led by Governor Dr Jonathan Bii and flanked by County Executives Anthony Sitienei ( Energy, Environment and Natural Resources), Robert Kemei (Youth and Sports) and Chief Officer Mr Mark Some (Climate Change and Energy), as well as Director of Energy Dr Silas Leting.

The delegation visited several project sites, including Grey Stone Village in Tarakwa Ward, Kewet in Ainabkoi/Olare Ward, as well as Koitebes Village and Emgwen Village in Cheptiret/Kipchamo Ward, where residents are expected to benefit from the rural electrification programme.

The projects form part of 22 Stima Mashinani projects being implemented across the county and are expected to benefit more than 1200 residents through improved access to electricity.

Speaking during the launch, Governor Bii said the programme is aimed at transforming the livelihoods of residents through increased electricity connectivity in rural areas.

“We are committed to ensuring that every village gets connected to electricity because power connectivity opens opportunities for businesses, education, security, and better living standards for our people,” said Governor Bii.

Mr Sitienei noted that the county is focused on accelerating the implementation of the projects to ensure residents benefit within the expected timelines.

“These projects are part of the county government’s commitment under Nguzo Number 7 to expand energy access and ensure no community is left behind in development,” said Sitienei.

The program reaffirms that the Stima Mashinani initiative remains a key pillar in improving infrastructure and promoting equitable development across all wards in Uasin Gishu County.

𝐔𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐍 𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐔, 𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐇 𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝐁𝐂 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐘 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐑 𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄

The County Government of Uasin Gishu has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cancer prevention and early detection after Health Services County Executive Janet Kurgat on Monday hosted representatives from the Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare (AMPATH) Imara Breast Cancer (BC) Project during a courtesy call.

The delegation, led by Dr Loice Sitienei, briefed the County leadership on the programme’s long-term vision, noting that the Imara initiative builds on years of experience in breast cancer care under AMPATH and seeks to transform outcomes by closing gaps in early detection, diagnosis, and treatment.

Kurgat emphasized that the project aligns closely with the county’s preventive health agenda, noting that it will intensify community sensitization on breast cancer and encourage more women to go for regular screening.

She further highlighted that the initiative will strengthen the health system through integration of advanced diagnostic tools such as point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), aimed at improving timely and accurate diagnosis at the facility level across Uasin Gishu County.

Chief Officers Ambrose Tarus (Clinical Services) and Dr Paul Wangwe (Promotive and Preventive Health) underscored the importance of collaboration in ensuring demand for breast cancer services generated at the community level is adequately met, marking a significant step toward improving early detection and survival outcomes in the region.

𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐀𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐀 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐈 𝐏𝐇𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐈𝐈 𝐊𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐒 𝐎𝐅𝐅

The 'Stima Mashinani' electrification program has entered a new phase, marking a significant step forward in efforts to expand power access across Uasin Gishu County.

The initiative, a matching fund partnership between the County Government of Uasin Gishu and the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC), aims to increase electricity connectivity from the current estimated 65 percent to more than 95 percent by 2030.

The exercise has gained momentum following the official flagging off of Phase Two projects.

Phase Two is expected to have a broader reach than the initial rollout, targeting more villages at the grassroots level. In total, 15 new electrification projects are set for implementation across multiple wards.

The areas earmarked for connection include Irong Farm in Ainabkoi Sub-county; Sambur in Kapseret; Koitebes Emgwen in Kesses; Kaptumbu, Ngoisa, Saramek and Tarakwa Soin/Kapkatet in Soy; RCEA Kipnyigei and Kabitoi Village in Moiben; and Kapsaos Murgor and Tiret Tegeiya in Turbo Sub-county.

More than 800 households are expected to benefit from the Phase II program.

𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐒 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐔𝐓𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄

The County Government, in collaboration with the Institute of Public Finance (IPF), held a consultative engagement aimed at strengthening public participation systems and enhancing citizen engagement in governance.

The meeting held at the County Headquarters brought together economists and technical experts focused on improving the effectiveness of public participation processes, with emphasis on inclusivity, transparency, and accountability in public decision-making.

County Chief Officer for Public Service, Ruth Samoei, reinforced the county government’s commitment to strengthening citizen engagement frameworks to ensure that public views are effectively integrated into planning and budgeting processes.

"The County Government of Uasin Gishu takes keen interest in citizen public involvement in governance," said the CO.

𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐀-𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐍 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐍 𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐔 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘

The County Government of Uasin Gishu is strengthening its healthcare delivery through a renewed focus on data-driven decision-making, following a comprehensive County Data Review convened by Ampath Uzima.

The forum was held on Wednesday and brought together key health professionals, including Sub-County records officers, nutritionists, clinical officers, laboratory technicians, pharmacists, and the County Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Coordinator, to evaluate progress across critical health indicators such as HIV, tuberculosis, nutrition, GBV response, and prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT).

According to statistics shared, data covering the period from January to March 2026 shows significant gains in maternal and child health services. Antenatal Care (ANC) coverage reached 89 per cent, while maternal HAART uptake stood at 98 per cent. Similarly, infant antiretroviral (ARV) prophylaxis coverage was recorded at 98 per cent, underscoring sustained efforts toward eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV.

The review also highlighted strong performance in integrated maternal healthcare services, with 91 per cent of ANC clients screened for Hepatitis B and 98 per cent tested for syphilis.

𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐓𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐒

County Executive Committee Member for Roads, Transport and Public Works Abraham Serem on Wednesday
assessed the state of ongoing road infrastructure projects in Tarakwa Ward, Kesses Sub-County.

He assured area residents that Governor Dr Jonathan Bii,EGH, is committed to ensuring all their issues are addressed and ongoing projects completed as planned.

The CECM inspected the Kabyemit bridge,Bayete-Rurigi-Burnt forest road, Kabyemit -Emkwen road,Kabuson-Nyamolo-Bayete road, where he assured residents that drainage works will be done. The works will include murramming and compaction at the Bayete centre.

The residents, led by Mzee Moses Koech and Josiah Biwot, pledged to support the county in the implementation of development projects as they thanked the administration for responding with real action to their grievances.

𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘

County Executive for Health Services, Janet Kurgat, has stepped up efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery by engaging facility board members of Turbo Sub-County Hospital and Cheramei Dispensary.

The engagement, held during a supervisory visit to Turbo Sub-County, brought together facility leadership and county health officials to discuss practical ways of improving efficiency, accountability, and the overall quality of care offered to residents.

During the meeting, Kurgat underscored the importance of health facility boards in ensuring proper governance and oversight, noting that their role is central to maintaining high standards in public health institutions. She stressed that effective leadership at the facility level directly influences patient satisfaction and service outcomes, adding that the county government remains committed to supporting these structures to function optimally.

She also emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between facility management teams and board members, encouraging a unified approach in addressing challenges and improving patient care. According to Kurgat, fostering teamwork and maintaining transparency in operations are key steps toward building public confidence in government health facilities.

𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐌𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐕𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐎𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐘 𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐀𝐌𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐋

Uasin Gishu Governor Dr Jonathan Bii, EGH, has reasserted the County Government’s assurance to revitalizing the stalled MoiSoy Farmers’ Cooperative Union milling plant, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Agricultural Mechanization Services Ltd. (AMS) and the Union.

The agreement is expected to unlock progress on the long-delayed project and help cereal farmers achieve value addition through local processing.

Launched five years ago, the initiative was designed to empower farmers through collective investment. The County Government of Uasin Gishu disbursed KSh285 million to 57 cooperatives via the County Enterprises Development Fund (CEDF). Each cooperative received KSh5 million at a concessional interest rate of five percent to acquire shares in the milling plant, envisioned as a farmer-owned enterprise, and was which initially scheduled for completion within a year.

However, construction stalled at 68 percent, leaving the facility non-operational and without revenue. Loan repayment periods have since lapsed, with 38 cooperatives reaching the end of their five-year term, increasing financial strain on farmers.

Under the new arrangement, the county-owned AMS will operationalize the project through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), a structure intended to preserve farmer participation while protecting their shareholding. Farmers will retain their existing stakes and may acquire additional shares once operations begin.

𝐊𝐈𝐌𝐔𝐌𝐔 𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐏 𝐁𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐅𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐈–𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐗 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓

Residents of Kimumu in Moiben Sub-county, Uasin Gishu County, are breathing a sigh of relief following the completion of the Sinai–Stabex drainage system, a project implemented under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) program in partnership with the County Government.

For years, the area experienced recurrent flooding during heavy rains, endangering homes, disrupting daily activities, and making it difficult for children to access school safely.

The newly constructed drainage infrastructure has addressed these challenges by effectively channelling stormwater, significantly reducing the risk of flooding and restoring normalcy in the community.

With the rainy season currently underway, the project’s impact is already visible. Children can now travel to and from school without interruption, while residents continue their daily routines without fear of waterlogging.

𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘'𝐒 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐙𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒

Residents of Uasin Gishu stand to enjoy greater efficiency in health services as the County Government, through the Department of Health, strives to further digitize services.

Digitization is one of the pillars of Governor Dr Jonathan Bii's Nguzo Kumi, and serves as a technological hinge and enabler that seeks, among others, to cut down the time required for face-to-face approvals and streamline general service delivery operations.

The County Government of Uasin Gishu continues to intensify its efforts to modernize healthcare by engaging Rodic Consultants Pvt. Limited in a strategic initiative to reimagine the county’s healthcare ecosystem through the adoption of a comprehensive Health Management Information System (HMIS).

During a consultative meeting held on Tuesday, County Executive Committee Member for Health Services Janet Kurgat led discussions on how digital innovation can enhance service delivery across all health facilities.