Lamu Governor H.E Issa Timamy has said that an establishment of a fish port in Lamu would create over 20,000 jobs and that would in turn make Lamu a regional economic hub.
Speaking while hosting President William Ruto in Mpeketoni during a thanksgiving ceremony that was held at Muungano grounds, the A.N.C Party leader said Lamu has an enormous untapped opportunity in the blue economy.
According to the A.N.C Party leader, Lamu County Government will set up 2,000 acres to facilitate the setting up of the zone that will create thousands of direct jobs to the people of Lamu.
Governor Timamy was speaking during a thanksgiving ceremony at Mpeketoni when he hosted President William Rito and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua.
Deputy Governor Rafael Munyua together with the Minister of Health, Dr. Mbarak Mohamed in cooperation with health sector stakeholders together with leaders of Lamu West, have reached an agreement on how to solve problems that have been disrupting the delivery of services at Mpeketoni Hospital.
The Deputy Governor thanked all those involved in resolving the problems of the hospital and promised that they will be holding sessions every two weeks to assess the functioning of the hospital with an aim of ensuring the citizens receive better services.
“Some of the key points we agreed on is that hospital administrators will set aside specific appointment hours to ensure nurses do not bother patients who have to wait long periods without access to hospital services,” said the Deputy Governor.
He also assured citizens that under Governor Timamy’s leadership, the government has solved the problem of drug shortage after purchasing the medicines stock which will be used for about two months to come.
The Minister of Health Dr. Mbarak emphasized the importance of good relationship between the community and the hospital stressing that their unity will bring development in Lamu. The minister also pointed out that the laboratories of Mpeketoni hospital are providing services for all tests and patients will no longer need to go to private laboratories for those basic services.
Director of Medical Services Dr. Abubakar Baasba assured that improvement measures in the health sector are being maintained for the benefit of the whole community.
Those who attended include the general administrators of Mpeketoni hospital, administrators of elected leaders and good citizens.
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Lamu Governor and the A.N.C party leader H.E Issa Timamy E.G.H, O.G.W joined President William Ruto at the Liwatoni Fisheries Complex Grounds in Mombasa County, at the launch of the Kenya Marine Fisheries and Socio-economic Development (KEMFSED) community project grants to enhance livelihoods at the Coastal Region, with the first batch of Sh321 Million cheque.
Other leaders present were Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Cabinet Secretaries Salim Mvurya and Florence Bore, Governors Abdulswamad Nassir (Mombasa), Fatuma Achani (Kwale), Gideon Mung’aro (Kilifi), Dhadho Godhana (Tana River), Christine Kilalo (DG, Taita Taveta), among others.
Tomorrow, Lamu Governor Issa Timamy is expected to host President Ruto and his Deputy in Mpeketoni, Lamu County.
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Lamu Governor and the Council of Governors’ Blue Economy Committee Chairman H.E. Issa Timamy has committed to ensure Kenya Marine Fisheries Socio-Economic Project aims at promoting investment in the blue economy sector at the coast.
Speaking at Liwatoni in Mvita constituency on Friday, Governor Timamy thanked President Ruto for creating a Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Ministry adding that it was an affirmation that he is commited in uplifting the blue economy sector.
“Lamu produces over half of the fish that’s consumed in Kenya yet we have limited resources. I would want to request the national government to consider setting up a fish port in Lamu which will in turn help us to maximize our potential” Stated Governor Timamy.
The A.N.C Party leader was speaking in Mombasa when President Ruto presided over the launch of the Kenya Marine Fisheries and Socio-economic Development (KEMFSED) community project grants to enhance livelihoods at the Coastal Region.
Governor Timamy is expected to host the President in Mpeketoni Lamu this Sunday.
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The State Department for Correctional Services Principal Secretary Ms. Mary Muthoni Muriuki has today paid a courtesy call to Lamu Governor H.E. Issa Timamy E.G.H, O.G.W to discuss areas of possible collaboration.
Their talks delved on how the County Government of Lamu and the Ministry can work in synergy to strengthen their partnership with the aim of reducing crime within the community with the help of security agents. They also discussed on the viability of County Government of Lamu procuring furniture made by inmates in various rehabilitation facilities across the country.
Also in attendance was Lamu Deputy Governor H.E. Raphael Munyua and security agents.
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CPF Financial Services Ltd C.E.O Mr. Hosea Kili, has this afternoon paid a courtesy call to Lamu Governor H.E. Issa Timamy E.G.H, O.G.W at County Headquarters in Mokowe, Lamu County.
The main objective of the visit was to strengthen a working relation with the County Government of Lamu and also explore on possible areas of partnerships and investment opportunities.
The County Pensions Fund (CPF) has been pedestal in ensuring county employees pensions and staff welfare is looked into as well as guaranteeing it’s members’ a secure future.
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The German Embassy representative to Kenya Mr. Ralf Pfitzmeir has visited Lamu to discuss on how Lamu can provide a safe environment for the tourists that visit.
Speaking on Thursday when he paid a courtesy call on Governor Issa Timamy E.GH, O.G.W at Mokowe County headquarters, Mr. Pfitzmeir lauded the Governor Timamy’s administration efforts, towards reviving the tourism industry.
“At the backdrop of Covid 19 global effects and travel advisories to Lamu, Governor Timamy has demonstrated his commitment towards supporting Lamu’s resilient but fragile industry. My visit to Lamu is an affirmation that we are committed towards making Lamu the most preferred tourism destination for our nationals” stated Mr. Pfitzmeir.
On his part the Lamu County Governor said his administration is committed towards promoting tourism and will start a coordinated partnership between the county enforcement officers, tourist police and private sectors towards improving security that will in turn make Lamu secure for both domestic and foreign tourists. He further said the County Government of Lamu will soon install CCTV cameras along the sea front to assist in crime deterrent and monitoring activities along the sea front as part of creating a sustainable tourism industry with safety and privacy protection.
“Travel advisories dampen the tourism sector performance which is the greatest revenue earner for our UNESCO beautiful and historic island” stated the A.N.C Party Leader.
He further said his administration has already reintroduced major festivals as part of promoting domestic and foreign tourism.
Also in attendance was the County Secretary Amb. Ali Abbas, Coast Region Tourist Police Commander Mrs. Charity Dorcas and Tourist Police Unit Mr. Evans Chea.
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Lamu Governor H.E. Issa Timamy E.G.H, O.G.W has said the county government of Lamu is in the process of setting up a database for all qualified professionals that will be used to connect them to available job markets.
Speaking during the graduation ceremony at Mpeketoni Technical Vocational Center, where 350 students graduated with technical and life skill courses in Bahari Ward, the Lamu County boss said that those who get county tenders will first have to exhaust local available professionals before outsourcing from the county.
“Once we award you a tender, you will be required to tell us the professionals you require, and if we have them locally then you will be obliged to recruit them before you outsource” stated governor Timamy adding that the move will create job opportunities to local professionals.
Echoing the Governor’s sentiments, Education C.E.C.M Hon. Sebastian Owanga stated that his department will create a database that will enlist all professionals with their cadres to facilitate possible placements.
Bahari Ward M.C.A Hon. Francis Gokonga committed to support Governor Timamy’s administration towards unlocking Lamu’s economic potential.
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Lamu Governor H.E. Issa Timamy E G.H, O.G.W has said his administration has set aside Ksh.10m that will be used towards reclaiming the Lake Kenyatta that’s currently at the verge of extinction.
Speaking at Mpeketoni, Governor Timamy said the sanctity of a healthy Lake Kenyatta is paramount to the community and further urged those that have encroached to it’s catchment areas should vacate to save the lake that’s at the brink of extinction.
“Deforestation and human activities along the lake has over time caused a huge impact on endemic bird and animal that call the lake home. Deforestation has greatly reduced the capacity for the natural purification of water and increased the surface run-off which has further degraded the lake” said Governor Timamy.
The governor was speaking when he graced the second Mpeketoni Vocational Training Center graduation ceremony.
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