Photo : CEC Lands ,Planning and Infrastructure Kajiado County Hon Hamilton Parseina. By Erick Wanjala For a county experiencing rapid urbanisation, population growth and increasing demand for land and housing, managing land is more than an administrative responsibility—it is the foundation upon which sustainable development is built. In Kajiado, the administration of Governor H.E. Joseph ole Lenku has increasingly placed housing, land management, physical planning and settlement development at the centre of the county’s transformation agenda. The result is an emerging model that places greater emphasis on secure land ownership, orderly urban development, planning and improved living conditions—areas that have helped put Kajiado among counties being recognised for progress in the housing, land and settlement space. From land uncertainty to stronger ownership security One of the most significant challenges facing rapidly growing counties is ensuring that residents have secur...
Photo of Kajiado Gubernatorial Aspirant Hon Eng Peter Mositet By Erick Wanjala Incoming Kajiado Governor Eng. Peter Mositet has outlined an ambitious economic agenda focused on positioning the county as a leading industrial and investment hub, with manufacturing, value addition and job creation at the centre of his development vision. Mositet says Kajiado's strategic location, proximity to Nairobi and access to major transport corridors provide the county with a strong foundation for industrial growth and investment. His proposed agenda seeks to leverage these advantages to attract investors while creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs, youth and small and medium-sized enterprises. A key pillar of the agenda is the establishment and expansion of industrial parks and manufacturing zones across strategic areas of the county. These facilities would provide space and infrastructure for businesses involved in manufacturing, agro-processing, construction materials, l...