Ms. Mary Mwiti, EBS @CEOCOG

The true test is what these reforms mean for a mother who survives childbirth, a newborn who receives timely care, a patient who finds essential medicines, and every Kenyan who can access quality healthcare without financial hardship. The next phase must move from policy to implementation, from inputs to functionality and from data to action. As the @KenyaGovernors and the 47 County Governments, we remain committed to cooperative governance, shared accountability and practical solutions that deliver health as a right for every Kenyan.

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Council of Governors @KenyaGovernors

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Health is not simply a sector of government; it is a constitutional right and a fundamental determinant of the social and economic wellbeing of our people. The Kenya Health Summit 2026 held at the KICC grounds in Nairobi under the theme “Reforms Delivered: Health as a Right,”

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The National Productivity & Performance Conference 2026, held in June, was indeed a significant milestone in advancing strategic dialogue and collaboration towards enhancing national productivity and performance. However, the true measure of the Conference’s success will be whether its resolutions move beyond dialogue and translate into action, measurable results and improved service delivery. The National Multiagency Steering Committee meeting held today underscored the critical role of all stakeholders in driving implementation, strengthening accountability, fostering continuous improvement and advancing fiscal sustainability. As we move from resolutions to results, sustained collaboration among all stakeholders will be key to delivering tangible outcomes and better services for all Kenyans.

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This Strategy provides a practical, coordinated framework to connect young people to finance, markets, skills, technology, mentorship, infrastructure and supportive policies. We have developed implementation toolkits and identified flagship initiatives in the five pilot Counties. Our ambition is to learn, adapt and scale the model to the remaining 42 counties. I call on development partners, the private sector, financial institutions and other stakeholders to identify where they can contribute towards the success of this noble initiative. The success of this Strategy will only be measured by number of young people who build viable enterprises, access decent jobs and increase their incomes. Together, let us move from strategy to action and build an agribusiness ecosystem where Kenya’s young people can thrive.

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Council of Governors @KenyaGovernors

6 days ago

On this #InternationalYouthDay, the Council of Governors has launched the Model County Youth in Agribusiness Strategy, developed with support from AGRA, to unlock meaningful livelihoods and enterprise opportunities for young people across Kenya. Evidence from five pilot Counties

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Ahead of the Health Summit on 18–19 August at KICC, I joined Ministry of Health leadership led by CS. @HonAdenDuale , Faith Based Organizations and health development partners for a Media Townhall to take stock of where we are and what must change. The conversation was candid: health worker shortages and industrial relations, drug-resistant malaria in areas such as Wajir, availability of essential commodities, counterfeit medicines, @Kemsa_Kenya order fill rates and the continued need to strengthen service delivery across our health facilities. Importantly, we interrogated the findings of the 2026 State of Devolution Address, including the decline in skilled birth attendance. With delivery services now being made available at Level 2 facilities, the focus must be on ensuring that women can actually access these services when and where they need them. For counties, this is about one thing: health services that are available, affordable, safe and reliable. The commitment from the leadership is to resolve outstanding health workforce issues, strengthen commodity availability and financing and ensure continuity of services through the National Essential Service Package (NESP). The Health Summit next week provides an opportunity to move from conversation to concrete actions and stronger National and County collaboration for better health outcomes.

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Pleasure hosting a @USEmbassyKenya delegation led by Chief Assistance Coordinator Maria Barron. Our conversation went beyond courtesy, it focused on how we can better prepare our 47 Counties for disaster indluding the anticipated El Niño season, strengthen humanitarian and health support, improve coordination between County Governments, the National Government and development partners and unlock new investment opportunities for American companies across our Counties through the County Bankable Investments Handbook. By combining stronger preparedness with increased private sector investment, we are not only protecting lives and livelihoods but also creating opportunities that will accelerate sustainable development in every County.

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The 2026 State of Devolution Address reaffirms that devolution continues to deliver tangible results for Kenyans through stronger healthcare systems, increased agricultural productivity, improved infrastructure, climate resilience and enhanced service delivery across all 47 Counties. @KenyaGovernors will continue to support County Governments with policy coordination, institutional strengthening and strategic partnerships that accelerate the implementation of devolved functions and improve the lives of our citizens. #SODA2026 #StateofDevolution2026 @maarifa_centre

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Council of Governors @KenyaGovernors

2 weeks ago

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Kenya's horticulture exports earned KSh216.5 billion, coffee exports increased to KSh52.1 billion, while tea generated KSh187.1 billion, reaffirming agriculture as a key pillar of the economy. #SODA2026 #StateOfDevolution2026 @KenyaGovernors @maarifa_centre @CogChair

Pleased to receive the CEO of Village Enterprise, Ms. Sazini Mojapelo, for a courtesy call and consultative meeting on strengthening county social protection systems and advancing sustainable pathways out of extreme poverty. Our discussions focused on opportunities for collaboration to support counties through policy development, institutional capacity building, peer learning, and stronger intergovernmental coordination on social protection. Together, we also explored knowledge sharing and data-driven approaches to improve the delivery and impact of poverty reduction programmes. The @KenyaGovernors and the County Governments remain committed to building strategic partnerships that empower counties to deliver inclusive and sustainable development. We look forward to formalizing this collaboration through an MoU that will guide our joint efforts in transforming lives across Kenya's Counties.

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Today, I received an Isuzu D-Max Double Cabin from the State Department for Water and Sanitation to support the implementation and monitoring of the Kenya Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (K-WASH) Programme. The vehicle will enhance field monitoring, coordination and supervision of water and sanitation interventions across counties while supporting the operationalization of the Water Sector Intergovernmental Coordination Framework.

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Today, I joined @MOH_Kenya CS @HonAdenDuale for the signing of the Cooperation Framework between the Ministry of Health and the #BeginningsFund, a significant step towards strengthening maternal and newborn healthcare in Kenya. This USD 80million (approx. KSh 10.4 billion) investment, including support to the Council of Governors, will accelerate implementation of the #EWENE Acceleration Plan across 21 high-burden Counties, benefiting nearly Six million women and newborns by 2030. County Governments have made great progress in reducing preventable maternal and newborn deaths, with recent gains in Garissa County demonstrating what is possible through focused investments, collaboration and accountability. As we move forward, sustained partnership between the National Government, County Governments and development partners will be critical to delivering equitable, quality healthcare and ensuring every mother and every newborn has the best chance to survive and thrive.

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As the curtains fall on the 4th #DSW2026 in Garissa County, I leave inspired by the power of collaboration in advancing devolution. Throughout the week, we witnessed meaningful conversations, shared innovations, and practical solutions that will strengthen healthcare, deepen citizen engagement and improve service delivery across our Counties. I extend my sincere appreciation to the County Government of Garissa, our development partners, National Government agencies, civil society, the private sector, exhibitors and the people of Garissa for making this year's Devolution Sensitisation Week a success. The work does not end here. We now turn our focus to implementing the resolutions agreed upon and ensuring that devolution continues to deliver better outcomes for every Kenyan. #DSW2026

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The Devolution Sensitisation Week in Garissa has officially kicked off, and it has already been an inspiring experience. Today's highlight was my visit to Garissa Level 5 Hospital. Walking through the facility, I was reminded that the true story of devolution is one of transformation. The quality of infrastructure, equipment and service delivery rivals that of some of the country's finest private hospitals. The hospital now boasts ultra-modern male and female wards, a state-of-the-art newborn unit, modern theatres and a private wing that can comfortably compete with any premium private hospital in Kenya. This remarkable progress has been made possible through the prudent utilisation of Facility Improvement Funds (FIF). The hospital continues to expand its capacity and now serves residents from Garissa and more than five neighbouring counties. With 20 dialysis machines, it is bringing life-saving specialised care closer to the people. On the first day of the Devolution Sensitisation Week alone, more than 2,440 residents accessed free medical services, demonstrating the growing impact of quality healthcare at the county level. I was particularly encouraged to learn that, following the recent engagement by the Inter-County MPDSR Champions, the hospital recorded zero maternal deaths in June—a remarkable milestone that reflects the dedication of the entire health team and the County Government's unwavering commitment to improving maternal and newborn health. My sincere congratulations to the County Government of Garissa under the leadership of H.E. Nathif Jama, the leadership of Garissa Level 5 Hospital led by CEO Mahat Salah, and every healthcare worker whose professionalism, compassion and dedication continue to transform lives every day. This is devolution at work. Hongera sana! 👏🏾🇰🇪 #DSW2026

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Council of Governors Chairman @CogChair FCPA @HEAhmedJiir has raised concern over the continued disruption of County Health Services. He has called on every level of government to honour its commitments and uphold its responsibilities to avert a health crisis

Municipalities are not merely administrative units. They are the engines of local economic growth: hubs where businesses are established, trade flourishes, land values appreciate, investments are attracted and the service economy expands. Kenya's urban landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. Small towns are rapidly evolving into commercial centres, peri-urban settlements are expanding and economic activity is increasingly concentrating around urban areas. This transformation should naturally translate into higher own-source revenue through property rates, single business permits, parking fees, market charges, development approvals and user charges for municipal services. @TheStarKenya the-star.co.ke/opinion/star-b…

Wildlife sector Partners Roundtable bringing together leading wildlife conservation and management partners to strengthen collaboration with county governments in unlocking the full potential of the National Reserves. The engagement reaffirmed our shared commitment to building resilient, sustainable and locally driven wildlife conservation and management of wildlife for tourism development. Our discussions focused on aligning partner interventions with County priorities, including strengthening wildlife governance, revitalizing county-managed national reserves, building county capacity and mobilizing investment. @KenyaGovernors continues to serve as the coordinating platform that ensures continuity, alignment and sustainability of support across all counties. Our mission is to transform County-managed natural resources into thriving conservation and tourism assets that protect biodiversity, create jobs and stimulate local economies. Strong partnerships will be critical in delivering lasting impact for communities and future generations.

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Council of Governors CEO Mary Mwiti has called on counties to embrace proactive, coordinated and citizen-centred communication, saying strategic communication is key to strengthening devolution and promoting public participation. #starkenyanews

Strategic communication is no longer an option, it's a cornerstone of successful devolution. When citizens have timely, accurate and accessible information, they can meaningfully participate in governance, hold leaders accountable and shape the development agenda in their counties. As we strengthen devolution, Counties must embrace proactive, coordinated and citizen-centred communication that builds public trust and keeps development, not personalities, at the heart of the conversation. @TheStarKenya the-star.co.ke/opinion/star-b…

Authentic, values-driven leadership is the foundation of strong institutions and effective governance. Today, I encouraged County Solicitors to make legal services more accessible and responsive, while serving with humility, integrity and professionalism. As strategic advisors, they have a vital role in strengthening county governance, safeguarding devolution and delivering meaningful results for the people we serve. Present during the meeting were representatives from the Food and Agriculture Organization (@FAOKenya ), (GIZ), the Office of the Attorney General @AGOfficeKenya , the Commission on Administrative Justice, County Solicitors, representatives from the Urban Planning sector, among other stakeholders.

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Building a world-class institution starts with learning from the best. Today, I held a fruitful meeting with Dr. Kevin Gichana of @katibainstitute on the operationalisation of the Devolution Training Institute (DTI). We explored governance structures, quality assurance, faculty development, e-learning and strengthening induction manuals to position DTI as Kenya's premier centre for devolution training and a regional hub of excellence. Our collaboration will also support capacity needs assessment, peer learning with the African School on Decentralisation and developing training programmes that respond to the evolving needs of county governments.

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Consultative meeting with Savanna Global Institute to discuss the proposed County Joint Learning Network (C-JLN) in collaboration with the @KenyaGovernors Health Committee and the @maarifa_centre . The initiative will foster peer learning, knowledge exchange, and the adoption of evidence-based PHC solutions across Counties. We also agreed on key next steps, including refining the Year One work plan, aligning priorities with available resources and reviewing the MoU to expand the programme beyond the initial 10 Counties and maximise its impact on health service delivery. Looking forward to a wonderful implementation journey.

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