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Commissioning of Mosiro Ward Development Projects

Two new classrooms at Enoorpopong Primary School, a new dormitory at Koitiko primary school, a new maternity wing at Ilkiremisho Dispensary and a new state-of-the-art Oltepesi Dispensary, have been officially opened for operations by H.E. Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu in Mosiro Ward, Narok East Sub county.

The two new classrooms at Enoorpopong Primary are a significant boost to the infrastructure of the school that initially had only three permanent classrooms  accommodating about 600 students — a situation that had forced majority of the students to study in Mabati classrooms donated by parents.

” While we are committed to phasing out the 13 temporary Mabati classrooms, we recognize additional challenges faced by the school, including the need for adequate water supply and a science laboratory for the Junior Secondary School. In the interim, I have facilitated the acquisition of a mobile laboratory to support students in their practical studies, ” Noted  Governor Ntutu.

The new dormitory at Koitiko Primary school will accommodate at least 100 students and will go along way in alleviating accommodation challenges  at the school.

The  new maternity wing at Ilkiremisho Dispensary will serve the residents of Ilkiremisho and the surrounding communities. Governor Ntutu also inaugurated the new Oltepesi Dispensary at Oltepesi Olaimutiai. This state-of-the-art facility is equipped with antenatal, gynaecology, laboratory, minor theatre, and dressing room units, ready to deliver essential medical services to the residents of Olaimutia, Olosho Lolepunyua, Kikuyian, and nearby areas.

” Our commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure remains steadfast. We are dedicated to constructing new facilities and upgrading existing ones to ensure that all county residents have access to quality healthcare. The upgrading of Nairegia Enkare to a level four hospital is progressing as planned, poised to serve the entire Narok East Sub county, ” Said Governor Ntutu.

County-wide Projects Inspection And Commissioning – Kilgoris Central Ward

As part of the ongoing month-long county-wide projects inspection and commissioning, H. E. Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu visited Kilgoris Central Ward in Trans-Mara Sub county to inspect and commission a series of projects that had been rolled-out for implementation in the past year.

The Governor’s first stop of the day was at Kilgoris Level 4 hospital where he conducted an inspection tour of the facility to witness first-hand the state of the facility and the nature of service delivery at the facility. The Governor also launched the murraming, grading, and repair works on the Ole Ntore Junction – Ololtele Junction Road, which spans approximately 6.4 Kms and inspected the ongoing construction of a maternity wing at Tororek dispensary.

” Tororek maternal unit is 95 % complete. This facility will greatly benefit the vast villages of Tororek, Pimbiniet, Oronkai, Lakwenyi, and the surrounding areas. Mothers from these regions would otherwise have to travel several Kms to Kilgoris town to access maternity services, ” Said Governor Ntutu.

Some of the projects that have also been given a green light by the Governor include: the recently completed roads that serve Kilgoris town and it’s environs and  a maternity wing at Ng’anayio Dispensary.

” Under my leadership, Narok County is committed to ensuring that residents have access to the highest possible standards of medical care, in line with our goal of achieving universal healthcare, ” Added Governor Ntutu.

Three Water Projects and a Bridge Commissioned in Mara and Siana Wards

Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu has conducted a development tour of Mara and Siana wards with the commissioning of Olmusereji, Lemek and Mararianta Water Projects in Mara Ward, Narok West Sub county. These water projects will ensure that there is continuous water supply for both livestock and residents of the areas.

He then proceeded to inspect and commission the Mara Bridge, which was repaired after the damage caused by the recent heavy rains. The bridge connects the Maasai Mara National Reserve to the other section of the Mara Triangle.

The governor also inspected the ongoing road maintenance works on the 12km Oloolaimutia Road connecting Sekenani gate to Oloolaimutia centre. This road adds to the 20 km of road network around Oloolaimutia centre with an extension of the Oloolaimutia-Orngayanet Road spanning 7.4 Kms. In addition, the 15km Kijirjir road extending to Nkineji in Siana Ward has also undergone extensive road maintenance works, including murraming, grading, and installation of culverts

These road networks will link nearby schools, including Oloolaimutia, Empoo, Mara Shiners, and Orpalagilagi Primary Schools, and provide easy access to Enkitori Dispensary.

 

Comprehensive Infrastructure Overhaul Program for the 2024/25 Financial Year

The County Department of Roads has initiated a comprehensive infrastructure overhaul program for the 2024/25 financial year by inspecting ongoing road maintenance works on the Endonyo Rika-Orkinyei-Esenotoi-Nkornkori roads, which link Mara and Siana wards.

The roll-out of this program will ensure that all roads across the county are graded, repaired, and maintained effectively, enhancing mobility for people, goods, and services, and thereby improving the quality of life for the residents of Narok County. Key activities in the program include grading, murraming/gravelling, and drainage works, aiming to cover over 33 km of road per month in every ward. This will translate to 1,000 km in the first four months (phase one).

To ensure effective implementation of this year’s program, roadwork machinery has been deployed across the following wards:

Narok North: Olorropil Ward

Narok South: Sogoo Ward

Narok West: Siana Ward

Kilgoris: Kilgoris Central Ward

Emurua Dikirr: Kapsasian Ward

Upon completion of the agreed scope of work in each ward, the equipment will be moved to the neighboring ward.

Countywide Projects Inspection and Commissioning

H.E Governor Patrick Keturet Ole Ntutu continued with his month-long countywide development tour with the commissioning of the newly constructed ECDE classrooms and health facilities in Ilmotiok ward, Narok West Sub county.

The governor officially opened for operations ECDE classrooms at Nkurumet, Kutete and Katet Primary schools; Olamerikai ECDE classroom at Chemaluktany Village; Ilmotiok ECDE and a classroom at Ring’wa Secondary School. A maternity wing at Mulot Health Center, Ilmotiok maternity wing and Ilmotiok borehole are also among the projects that Governor Ntutu commissioned in Ilmotiok ward.

” These projects, prioritized in the previous financial year, reflect the commitment of my administration to collaborate closely with Mwananchi through public participation, ” said Governor Ntutu.

The commissioning of Ilmotiok maternity wing is of great significance to the residents of Ilmotiok ward since expectant women from the surrounding villages will no longer have to travel as far as Longisa in Bomet County to bring forth life.

The new maternity wing at Mulot Health Center will provide the residents of Oloomirani, Laluk, Olopirik, Kuto, Chepinyiny, Kutete, and the surrounding villages with faster maternal healthcare services. The facility is fully equipped with prenatal, antenatal, and newborn units and is solar powered.

The operationalization of a borehole at Ilmotiok primary will improve sanitation standards at the school and provide convenient and accessible clean and safe water for use, not only by the school but also by the surrounding villages.

The 2024 World Environment Day Marked at Olkinyei Secondary School in Narok West

Narok County joined the rest of World in marking the 2024 World Environment Day at Olkinyei Secondary School in Osenetoi area of Narok West Sub county.

The theme for the 2024 World Environment Day was “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience: Our Land, Our Future. We are Generation Restoration.” The event was graced by H.E. Governor Patrick Keturet Ole Ntutu together with the County Commissioner Mr. Kipkech Lotiatia.

In his statement, Governor Ntutu mentioned that his administration, with the support of several partners, had distributed 20,000 indigenous trees to 20 primary and secondary schools across the county, with 20 churches and 200 farmers also receiving tree seedlings for planting.

” In the spirit of supporting ecosystem regeneration and environmental conservation, my administration, with the support of several partners, has distributed 20,000 indigenous trees to 20 primary and secondary schools across the county, with 20 churches and 200 farmers also receiving tree seedlings for planting. Our target is to plant 4.5 million trees this year and thus far we have planted 1.5 million,” Said Governor Ntutu.

” Our rallying call this year on matters environment is: Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience: Our Land, Our Future. We are Generation Restoration. Together with our worthy partners, including Kenya Forest Service (KFS), ENSDA, Maasai Mara University, NEMA, Nguzo Africa, Action Africa, MMWCA and Greenbelt, I believe that we will restore our ecosystems to self-sustaining ones,” Added the Governor.

World Environment Day is marked annually to create awareness on matters environmental conservation and to rally support for environmental conservation causes.

Narok County Celebrates 61st Madaraka Day With a Focus on Agriculture and Food Security

Narok County marked Kenya’s 61st Madaraka Day on June 1, 2024, with a vibrant celebration held at the William Ole Ntimama Stadium. The event, attended by County Commissioner Mr. Reuben Lotiatia, County Members of Parliament, County Assembly leaders, and Kenyans from all walks of life, focused on the theme of Agriculture and Food Security.

In his speech, Governor Patrick Keturet Ole Ntutu highlighted the historical significance of Madaraka Day while emphasizing the importance of continuing the legacy of freedom fighters by working towards national development. He hailed the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development for organizing a five-day pre-Madaraka Day exhibition at Masinde Muliro Stadium in Bungoma County. Narok County actively participated in this event by sponsoring 140 youths involved in agribusiness to the exhibition. The knowledge gained from this exhibition is expected to elevate the agribusiness landscape in Narok and enhance market linkages for agricultural produce.

Agricultural Sector contributes approximately 48% to the county economy and sustains the livelihoods of over 90% of the population. Governor Ntutu expressed his administration’s commitment to revolutionizing the agriculture sector. He reiterated his unwavering commitment to collaborating with development partners such as the Kenya Agricultural Business Development Program (KABDP), Agricultural Sector Development Support Program (ASDSP II), De-risking Inclusion and Value Enhancement (DRIVE) program, and National Agriculture Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) in order to support agricultural production, development and initiatives across the county.

The Governor highlighted the NAVCDP program’s focus on youth engagement in agriculture, with 210 agripreneurs set to be trained in agricultural business opportunities and financial skills. These agripreneurs will support the public agricultural extension sector by educating farmers on good agricultural practices.

 

 

Narok County Unveils its Inaugural Inspectorate Team

38 Law Enforcement/Inspectorate Officers from Narok County have graduated from Nashulai Training College in Sekenani in Mara ward, Narok West Sub County. The ceremony was graced by H.E. Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu accompanied by the Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Hon. Soipan Tuya.

The training was formulated and delivered by the County Department of Land, Housing, Physical Planning and Urban Development with an aim of impacting the officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively fulfill their roles of maintaining public safety, upholding the rule of law and serving their communities. This inspectorate will play a crucial role in upholding county laws and maintaining order in Narok and Kilgoris Municipalities.

The one-month training focused on various aspects of law enforcement including but not limited to patrol and law enforcement tactics, emergency response procedures, community engagement strategies, investigative techniques and administrative duties with the training curriculum crafted to address the unique needs and challenges faced by law enforcement officers operating within the county’s jurisdiction. 

Governor Ntutu congratulated the officers noting that his administration, through the County Department of Lands, Housing, Physical Planning and Urban Development, is in the process of finalizing the submission for approval of relevant County specific laws, by laws and regulations to Cabinet and County Assembly namely; Narok County Inspectorate Bill, Narok Municipality By Laws & Narok Land Information Management System Regulations, that will further augment and support the execution of the various roles and responsibilities of the Enforcement officers.

Wildlife Tourism College of Maasai Mara is operational

The Wildlife Tourism College of Maasai Mara is a flagship project initiated by the Maasai Mara Wildlife Conservancies Association (MMWCA) in collaboration with various donors, the community and the government. This premier wildlife college marks a significant milestone as the first of its kind in Narok County, succeeding the former Koiyaki Tour Guide School, which began operations in 2007. 

The Wildlife Tourism College of Maasai Mara is located in Mara Ward in Narok West constituency and was officially commissioned by the Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Dr. Alfred Mutua accompanied by H.E. Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu. 

During the official commissioning, Governor Ntutu expressed his gratitude to the various donors and development partners who had generously provided  scholarships to the students enrolled at the College and hailed their commitment towards expanding the college further to accommodate even more students. He indicated that the County government will be sponsoring at least 20 students annually through it’s comprehensive county bursary and scholarship program and assured of  the county government’s support towards the construction of additional accommodation spaces to enable the college to expand its capacity from the current 40 students.

Currently recognized as a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution and duly registered by the Government of Kenya, the college is primed for substantial growth in the days ahead. “I want to encourage all locals to seize this opportunity and further their knowledge and skills in tourism and hospitality,” added Governor Ntutu.

 

Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation in Agriculture

Narok County Governor H.E. Patrick Ole Ntutu received a delegation from the High Commission of India at his office led by the Secretary of Economic Relations in the Ministry of External Affairs, H.E. Mr. Dammu Ravi and the High Commissioner of India Ms. Namgya C. Khampa for a courtesy call and a follow up meeting aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in agriculture.

During the meeting, the teams discussed various investment opportunities in Narok County’s agriculture sector, including maize, wheat, potatoes, sugarcane, coffee, and livestock production, as well as the cultivation of sunflower, canola, and soya beans for edible oils. The teams also examined India’s advancements in agricultural mechanization and processing. It was agreed that establishing processing, milling, and assembling plants in Narok County would be beneficial, with assurance provided regarding investment protection through existing Kenyan laws and regulations.

To further the collaboration, the teams agreed to establish a joint technical team tasked with conducting a feasibility study on interventions needed for various agricultural value chains. This initiative aims to commercialize agricultural production in the county, ensuring maximum benefits for farmers.

Accompanying the delegation were H.E. Mr. Puneet R. Kundal, Additional Secretary, Mr. Prakash Shelat, Under Secretary, and Mr. Nand Kishor, Attache. Representing the County Government at the meeting were CECM for Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries, Joyce Keshe, along with Chief Officers Queen Kimorgo (Livestock), Samuel Teum (Fisheries), and Directors Francis Njogu (Livestock), Vincent Kinyua (Fisheries), and Dr. Gideon Nkeyasha (Veterinary Services).