For the first time in history, Kizingitini dispensary which serves a high volume of patients, will have an X-ray unit, wards, an ultrasound room, and a delivery room.

This was revealed on Saturday by Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW, when he conducted an inspection tour of the ongoing renovations which align with the Governor’s promise to improve the County’s health sector.

With these improvements the facility will be upgraded to level 3A and will be admitting patients for Inpatient care for the first time in history.

According to the Governor, the contractor is making steady progress toward upgrading key facilities, and will be completed by March 2025.

The project is part of Governor Timamy’s initiative aimed at enhancing healthcare infrastructure that focuses on improving healthcare services by upgrading facilities, making them safer and more accessible for residents.

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Lamu Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW on Saturday presided over the issuance of Sh. 123,853,695 million through the partnership of the County Government of Lamu and the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Socio-Economic Development (KEMFSED)

The county boss and UDA Deputy Party Leader announced that selected beneficiary self-help group, are implementing various sub-projects across various sectors, including fisheries, environment, livestock, agriculture, community development, and SMEs.

The Governor further encouraged the beneficiary groups to utilize the funds well so that they can transform their livelihoods and positively contribute in the County economic development.

The Governor who is in Faza in a working tour also issued scout uniform to Pate primary school and was accompanied by all County CECMs, County Secretary Amb. Ali Abbas, CoS Mr. Abdulnasir Issa, Chief Officers, Faza MCA Hon. Simba, Nominated MCA Hon. Medo among others.

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Traders in Kizingitini village in Faza ward are set to benefit from the construction of a modern market facility that was commissioned on Saturday by Lamu Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW.

The economic stimulus project is being constructed by the state Department of Housing and Urban Planning in partnership with the county government as part of the ongoing efforts to promote economic growth and improve infrastructure under the governor’s transformative agenda.

According to the UDA Deputy Party Leader, the state-of-the-art fish market facility will accommodate over 100 traders and include key amenities such as a cold storage, ablution block, kitchen, rest area, jabia, and a borehole.

“This market will significantly enhance the region’s economy, serving residents across Lamu East Sub-county. It is a testament to the county government’s dedication to addressing local needs and driving development,” The Governor remarked.

Lamu East MP Captain Ruweida who was in attendance, thanked Governor Timamy’s effort towards ensuring the market is built and further committed to work closely with his Administration in ensuring the market which will be a game changer in Lam East is completed in earnest.

The Governor was accompanied by CECMs, Chief Officers, County Secretary Amb. Ali Abbas, CoS Mr. Abdulnasir Issa, area MCA Hon. Simba and nominated MCA Hon. Medo

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Kizingitini Social Hall will open its doors to the members of the public by March 2025.

Lamu Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW, revealed this when he conducted an inspection tour of the facility on Saturday at Kizingitini, Faza ward.

The UDA Deputy Party Leader, who was accompanied by the county’s top officials, area MCA Hon. Simba, and nominated MCA Hon. Medo, said that his administration is taking stock of all idle social places to redevelop them and help nurture artistic talents. He further urged the youth to take advantage of the facility.

The Governor also noted that he would spearhead the construction and renovation of other social centers to ensure the communities have access to social places.

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Al Jazau Women group members from Kizingitini have a reason to smile following the official opening of their Djabia by the County Government of Lamu through KEMFSED.

The construction of the Djabia which has a capacity of 100,000 litres was officially commissioned Governor Issa Timamy EGH OGW in 2024.

The completion of the Djabia which serves over 5,000 households in Kizingitini is part of the County Government’s initiative towards improving water supply in freshwater-scarce areas.

Water scarcity in the villages in Lamu East has been a thorn in the flesh with residents heavily relying on rainwater harvesting and storing the water in a traditional underground water tank known as Djabia.

The Governor is on a development tour in Lamu East and is accompanied by all Executive members, Chief Officers, CoS Mr. Abdulnasir Issa, area MCA Hon. Simba together with his counterpart Hon. Medo.

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Lamu Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW has launched a free public Wi-Fi point in Mbwajumwali village in Faza ward to help the youth have a better use of technology.

Speaking after the launch, Governor Timamy said his administration had embarked on setting up free wifi zones as part of fulfilling his election pledge of ensuring villages and towns have free Wi-Fi zones. This is geared towards ensuring Lamu achieves a fast, reliable, efficient, and affordable ICT network to enable rapid access to information vital for the economic and educational development of the county.

“As the world continues embracing modernity, ICT has become a key cog in that wheel and Lamu cannot afford to be left behind,” he remarked.

The Governor is undertaking a development tour in Lamu East and is accompanied by Executive members, Chief Officers, CoS Mr. Abdulnasir Issa, area MCA Hon. Simba together with his counterpart Hon. Medo.

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Lamu Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW, has today distributed 63 goats to Myabogi Tuungane Self-help group to help improve their breeds and mitigate the effects of climate change through farming diversification measures.

The goats were purchased by the county government of Lamu through KEMFSED with the aim of helping them to improve their local breeds for more income in the competitive livestock market.

The governor thanked KEMFSED officials for their commitment towards assisting farmers in building resilience to climate change risks by offering them alternative avenues of livelihoods.

The group members applauded the move by Governor Timamy noting that the initiative will propel the milk production as the goat farming is more profitable and less expensive to maintain.

The governor is in Lamu East on a development tour where he has been commissioning and inspecting government projects.

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The Department of Public Health, led by CECM Health Dr. Mbarak Bahjaj, convened a multi-agency stakeholders’ meeting in Mpeketoni Town to address the growing concerns over the stormwater drainage system’s blockage.

The drainage system has recently posed significant health and environmental risks, with routine maintenance becoming increasingly challenging.

Following a comprehensive inspection of the area, the multi-agency team discovered that several business premises and nearby homes were discharging wastewater into the drains, contrary to their intended function.

During the site tour, the team also observed significant waste accumulation, including food debris and plastics, which has led to the blockage, clogging, and stagnation of wastewater.

This has resulted in a foul odor, the breeding of mosquitoes, and heightened risks of hygiene-related diseases such as cholera and dysentery.

Furthermore, the encroachment of road reserves and stormwater drains has hampered efforts to clean and maintain the system.

To address the issue, all stakeholders agreed to adopt a multidisciplinary approach, including stronger law enforcement, to resolve the drainage blockage and improve public health and sanitation.

The meeting was attended by the Area MCA Hon. Francis Gakonga, Chief Officer of Trade Md. Joyce Murimi, Chief Officer of Devolution Mr. Kassim Mohamed, as well as local police officials, including the Area OCS and AP Commander.

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Mtangawanda fishermen have today received Coxwain certificates after successfully undergoing coxswain training to boost livelihoods. The youths from the area received modern fishing equipment from Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW.

According to Governor Timamy the grant was given by the County Government of Lamu in partnership with the Kenya Marine Fisheries and Socio-Economic Development (KEMFSED)

“The certificates and fishing gear will enable local fisher folk to fully exploit the wide range of blue economy opportunities and improve livelihoods.” said the UDA Deputy Party leader.

The Governor who is in Lamu East on a development tour, said his administration will continue to support fisher folk to ensure fishing communities benefit from the ocean.

The Governor is accompanied by senior county top officials led by CECMs, County Secretary, Chief Officers, MCAs among others.

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In a bold move to transform local agriculture, Lamu Governor HE Issa Timamy EGH, OGW, alongside county top officials distributed 100 goats to Bahamisi livestock women group in a major effort to uplift farmers and improve livestock production.

While addressing famers at Bahamisi, Faza ward, the Governor said that the project had come at an appropriate time and asked the beneficiaries to utilize the opportunity adding that the breed was well chosen to suit the local weather and they grow at a faster rate.

The UDA Deputy party leader who is conducting Lamu East development tour, asked farmers to take care of the animals as per the technical advice given by the livestock staff so that they can multiply and benefit their community.

The Governor is accompanied by senior county top officials led by CECMs, County Secretary, Chief Officers, MCAs among others.

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