A stakeholder engagement meeting between a World Bank-contracted consultant KEIOS Development and the Lamu County Government’s Department of Trade has been held to chart a path for sustainable economic growth.
The meeting, chaired by Issa Timamy (EGH, OGW), focused on developing a strategic framework to strengthen Lamu’s creative and cultural industries while improving its appeal as a place to live, invest, and visit.
The consultant is expected to propose viable models and reforms to unlock investment opportunities and enhance trade in the county. Discussions also emphasized the need to promote authentic Lamu products and support local entrepreneurs.
Governor Timamy expressed optimism about the collaboration, reaffirming the county government’s full support and commitment to implementing practical recommendations from the final report.
He underscored the importance of homegrown solutions, noting that strengthening local industries and attracting investors will be key to positioning Lamu as a competitive economic and tourism hub.
In attendance was Trade CECM Hon. Aisha Miraj, County Secretary Amb. Ali Abbas, CoS Mr. Abdulnasir Issa, and Trade Chief Officer Md. Joyce Murimi and KEIOS Development Consulting team.
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The County Government of Lamu, through its Department of ICT, continued its commitment to empowering young people with technology skills as the Digital Literacy Program entered Day 3 in Hindi Ward.
The training, which targets youth across all 10 wards in the county, aims to equip participants with essential digital skills that will enhance their employability, innovation, and access to online opportunities.
During today’s session, youth participants were taken to the County Information Digital Hub in Mokowe, located near the County Headquarters, where they gained hands-on experience using digital devices.
The practical session allowed participants to apply the knowledge acquired during earlier training sessions, including basic computer operations, internet usage, and digital communication skills.
The County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for ICT, Aisha Shariff, attended the practical session and encouraged the youth to make full use of the digital hub facilities to strengthen their newly acquired skills.
She emphasized that the County Government remains committed to expanding digital access and ensuring that young people are equipped with the knowledge needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven world.
The Digital Literacy Program is expected to continue across the remaining wards, providing more youth with opportunities to build critical digital competencies and benefit from the county’s growing network of information hubs.
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The Lamu County Government, through its Department of ICT, has continued rolling out its digital literacy program aimed at equipping young people with essential technology skills across all 10 wards.
On Day 2 of the training in Hindi Ward, more than 100 youths gathered at the Command Centre, reflecting a growing interest in digital skills and the opportunities available in the technology space.
The training is spearheaded by the Technical University of Mombasa, which is providing professional instruction and will award certificates to participants upon successful completion of the program.
CEC Member for ICT, Aisha Shariff, joined the session to observe the training and engage with participants as they continue to build their digital competencies.
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The Lamu County Government, through its Department of ICT, has launched a 10 day digital literacy program aimed at equipping young people with essential technology skills across the 10 Wards.
More than 100 youths from Hindi Ward turned up at the Command Centre to take part in the training, highlighting growing interest in digital knowledge and opportunities among local youth.
The program will focus on practical computer skills, with sessions being conducted at the County Information Digital Hub, where participants will gain hands on experience.
The Technical University of Mombasa has been engaged to provide professional training and will also award certificates to participants upon successful completion of the training.
Participants expressed their appreciation to H.E Issa Timamay Administration for organizing the initiative, noting that it will help them build valuable digital skills that can improve their chances of employment and entrepreneurship.
CECM for ICT Aisha Shariff, said the program is part of ongoing efforts to empower youth through technology and ensure they are not left behind in the rapidly evolving digital world.
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Issa Timamy has officially commissioned the Lake Kenyatta Farmers Cooperative cotton ginning house in Mpeketoni town, marking a major milestone for cotton farmers in Lamu County.
Equipped with three ginning machines, the plant will operate on a 24-hour cycle and has already created employment opportunities for over 150 youths.
Speaking during the launch, cooperative members welcomed the project but appealed to the governor to further enhance the facility’s capacity by adding more machines to improve efficiency and meet growing demand. In response, Governor Timamy assured them that his administration will procure three additional machines to support the initiative. Lamu County remains a key player in Kenya’s cotton sector, producing approximately 60 percent of the country’s cotton.
The County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture urged farmers to increase production, promising better prices compared to last year. He also assured them of the county government’s commitment to supply high-yield cotton seeds to enhance productivity.
Governor Timamy reiterated his administration’s commitment to transforming Lamu through industrial growth, revealing plans to establish more agro-processing industries, including bixa, coconut, fruit, and cashew nut factories.
He further assured residents of Lamu West that his government will continue delivering development across key sectors such as agriculture, education, and road infrastructure.
The event was attended by Deputy Governor Mbarak Bahjaj, Education CECM Sebastian Owanga, Ali Abbas, Chief of Staff Abdulnasir Issa, Trade Chief Officer Joyce Murimi, among other senior county officials.
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Lamu Governor H.E. Issa Abdalla Timamy on Wednesday officially opened the 62nd Kenya Science and Engineering Fair (KSEF) at Mpeketoni Boys High School, bringing together learners from all six Coastal counties.
The fair, formerly known as the Science Congress, showcases student innovations in science and technology, supporting Kenya’s Vision 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year’s event has also incorporated junior school learners under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system, with a strong focus on STEM pathways.
Governor Timamy, who was accompanied by Deputy Governor Dr. Mbarak Bahjaj, Education CECM Hon. Sebastian Owanga, and Agriculture CECM Hon. Jimmy Gichu, said the initiative plays a key role in nurturing talent and keeping youth engaged in productive activities.
“This platform brings our young people together and steers them away from negative influences,” he said, adding that Lamu remains safe and welcoming to all visitors.
Over 1,000 learners are participating in the fair, supported by judges and teachers from across the region. Top projects will advance to the national level.
The Governor lauded stakeholders for maintaining peace and supporting education in Lamu County.
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Issa Timamy on Saturday evening hosted a special Iftar dinner that brought together residents from different parts of Lamu County to mark the spirit of unity and togetherness during the holy month of Ramadan.
The gathering, held shortly after sunset, provided an opportunity for members of the Muslim community to break their fast together in a peaceful and reflective atmosphere. Religious leaders, community elders, youth and women leaders joined the Governor for the communal meal.
The event underscored the significance of Ramadan as a time for reflection, compassion and strengthening social bonds within the community.
Religious leaders present offered prayers for peace, prosperity and continued development in Lamu County while calling on residents to uphold unity and peaceful coexistence.
The Iftar dinner concluded with messages of goodwill and appreciation for the initiative that brought together residents from across the county to share in the blessings of Ramadan.
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Lamu Municipality today carried out a community clean up exercise in Kiangwi Village, located in Basuba Ward, as part of ongoing efforts to improve environmental conservation and urban cleanliness.
The exercise was led by the Municipal Manager, Abdulsewamad Ali, who joined municipal staff and community members in cleaning public spaces across the village.
The initiative aims to promote a healthier environment while encouraging residents to take part in maintaining clean and green surroundings.
The clean up activity forms part of the Kiangwi Mangrove Restoration and Urban Greenery Project, which focuses on restoring mangrove ecosystems and enhancing green spaces within the municipality.
The project is funded under the Kenya Urban Support Program II, a national program supporting sustainable urban development and environmental management across municipalities in Kenya.
In attendance was Chief Officer Lands and Urban Development Ahmed Ali (Loo) among others.
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The Lamu Municipality has launched an environmental conservation initiative that includes planting more than 3,000 mangrove seedlings, conducting a village wide clean up exercise, and fumigating households in Kiangwi Village, Basuba Ward.
The activity is part of the Kiangwi Mangrove Restoration and Urban Greenery Project, funded under the Kenya Urban Support Program II (KUSP II).
The project aims to strengthen environmental conservation while improving living conditions for vulnerable forest communities.
The mangrove plantation was led by Municipal Environmental Safeguard Officer Gabriel Ngige together with County Conservator Samuel Rodilo.
Participants planted more than 3,000 mangrove seedlings, including Mkoko and Mkandaa, along the Kiangwi shoreline.
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The Municipality of Lamu has launched a community sensitization and awareness program to support the Kiangwi Mangrove Restoration and Urban Greenery Project in Kiangwi Village, Basuba Ward.
The initiative, funded under the Kenya Urban Support Program II (KUSP II), aims to strengthen environmental conservation while supporting vulnerable forest communities.
The program was led by Municipal Manager Eng. Abdulswamad Ali was held in Kiangwi Village.
The area is home to the legally recognized marginalized communities of the Awer people and the Boni people, whose livelihoods depend heavily on the surrounding forest and mangrove ecosystems.
For generations, these forest-dwelling communities have relied on natural resources such as honey harvesting and small scale crab fishing for their survival. Their way of life remains closely connected to the health of the ecosystems around them.
However, increasing climate change impacts are threatening both their livelihoods and their longstanding cultural relationship with the forest environment.
Activities under the program include mangrove restoration along the Kiangwi beach, a village-wide clean-up campaign, and fumigation of homes to control harmful insects, pests, and rodents affecting households within the Boni and Awer communities.
The initiative is being implemented under the theme “Loving the Forgotten,” reflecting the municipality’s commitment to ensuring that even the most remote and vulnerable communities are included in development and climate resilience programs.
The program aims to actively involve at least 400 villagers in environmental conservation activities, particularly through participatory mangrove restoration and neighborhood clean-up efforts.
To strengthen community ownership and ensure sustainability of the restoration project, residents elected a nine-member Community Mangrove Restoration Committee.
The committee includes representatives from youth, women, elders, religious leaders, persons with disabilities, the business community, Community Forest Association representatives, and the local administration, including the sub-chief.
The committee will oversee the nurturing of planted mangrove seedlings and conduct monthly monitoring and evaluation visits to track the growth and survival of the restored mangrove areas.
The event was attended by Chief Officer for Lands Ahmed Ali (Loo), County Forest Police Commander Musa S. Wanyama, and Senior Forester Hatibu Mwashetani from the Lamu station.
Together with community members, they carried out a technical assessment of the restoration site.
During the assessment, two dominant mangrove species present in the area Mkoko and Mkandaa were identified to guide the restoration and planting strategy.
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