LAMU WEST FARMERS RECEIVE OVER KSH 12.4 MILLION BOOST AS FSRP GRANTS ROLL OUT IN MKOMANI AND HINDI WARD

Farmers in Lamu West have received a major boost following the disbursement of over Ksh 12.4 million in inclusion grants under the Food Systems Resilience Project (FSRP), aimed at strengthening agricultural productivity and resilience across the sub-county.

Lamu Governor Issa Timamy EGH, OGW presided over the issuance of the phase one grants to cooperatives and SACCOs in various wards. In Mkomani Ward, one cooperative received Ksh 700,000 to support its operations and enhance agricultural activities. In Hindi Ward, a cooperative group and SACCOs received a cumulative Ksh 1.7 million to expand their capacity and improve service delivery.

Speaking during the launch at Hindi Command center, Governor Timamy underscored the County Government’s commitment to empowering grassroots agricultural institutions, noting that the grants will play a key role in improving food security and livelihoods across Lamu West.

Agriculture CECM Hon. James Gichu urged farmers to formally register in order to benefit from government programmes, emphasizing that proper registration will enhance access to support and funding opportunities. He further noted that the current disbursement marks phase one of the programme, with phase two expected to roll out soon to reach more beneficiaries.

The event was also attended by Hon. Julius Ndegwa, Ward Administrators from Hongwe and Bahari wards, Project Coordinator Mr. Mbuvi, Chief of Staff Mr. Abdulnasir Issa, and other senior county officials.

The grants form part of a broader initiative targeting cooperatives and SACCOs to improve resilience within food systems.

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