Eldoret Chapter
County Government calls on citizens to actively participate in county affairs
The County Government of UasinGishu has urged citizens to actively participate in issues that affect them. Speaking during The Urban Citizens Awareness Forum in Urban Development, the County Secretary Mr. Peter Lelei said that the Constitution of Kenya, the Public Finance Management Act and the Urban Areas and Cities Act clearly stipulate the role of citizens and their engagement with the County government hence providing the citizens with an opportunity to actively participate and contribute to County Affairs.
The Urban Citizens awareness forum seeks to sensitize state and non-state actors of their reciprocal roles as provided for in law. Devolution and Citizen Participation are key principles of the Kenya Constitution 2010.
In order to increase citizen participation, it’s important to establish a single platform for communication between the citizens and the county government and use of reliable channels to reach the citizens by putting in place reliable systems of feedback.
KAM lauded for engaging with the County Government
UasinGishu Governor Jackson Mandago has commended KAM for actively engaging with the County Government. Speaking during UasinGishu County Business Dinner, the Governor acknowledged KAM for initiating Public Private Dialogue, Governor’s Round Table and for representing the private sector in the County.
“UasinGishu County aims to strengthen public participation and appropriate dialogue mechanism between the Public and the Private sector so as to improve service delivery, business climate and promote investments in the County,” said the Governor.
The KAM Eldoret Chapter Chairman, Mr. Albert Kimwatan said KAM was focusing on strengthening Business Coalitions so as to drive the Business Agenda with a common voice hence unlocking the business potential of UasinGishu County.
“Issues affecting manufacturers include high cost of power and water, hence the need to put in place structures that will encourage investors in the county and simplify business processes such as one-stop-licensing shop,” said Kimwatan.
Mr. Kimwatan emphasized that the private sector will work with the county government hence the need for formal invitations to the business community, use of reliable channels and constant communication with stakeholders so as to increase private sector participation in county affairs.