Day 1 of the 2nd City Board Induction, held at Kilhua Resort in Mombasa, was officially opened by H.E. Dr. Mathew Owili, Deputy Governor of Kisumu County. The event brought together representatives from both the County Legislative and Executive branches, City Board members, and City management. The conference focused on key topics such as the…
This morning, The City Manager had the pleasure of briefing the media on the citys preparations for the eagerly awaited MZUQA Fest, set for 14th December 2024. The stage is set, and we’re thrilled to welcome the legendary Koffi Olomide and his band to deliver an unforgettable performance. We invite Kenyans and visitors from all…
This Afternoon, The City Manager had the honor of receiving a courtesy visit from Hon. Shahbal Said Suleiman, a distinguished member of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) . This meeting fostered discussions on critical regional issues, highlighting the importance of collaboration and shared goals for economic and social progress within the East African Community…
This morning, alongside other County Officials, The City Manager joined H.E. the Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o, in a strategic meeting with World Bank Africa team to address critical issues in urban planning and affordable housing. The meeting underscored a shared commitment to creating sustainable, well-organized urban spaces that meet the growing demand for affordable housing…
This week, Mr.Abala Wang’a led a multisectoral committee in inspecting the Main Bus Park, focusing on essential areas such as cleanliness, lighting, and security. The committee, which included the Sub County Police Commander for Kisumu Central, the Deputy County Commissioner for Kisumu Central, and the Administration Police Commander for Kisumu Central, highlighted the importance of…
This morning, the City Board Chairman Engineer Kenneth Nyangaga, the City Management and the City Manager met with a multisectoral team from the World Bank, the Council of Governors, and the KUSP National Program Coordination Team to prepare for the rollout of the second phase of the Kenya Urban Support Program (KUSP2). This includes the…
This morning, the newly appointed members of the Kisumu City Board conducted a tour of the City Management Headquarters on Obote Road in preparation for their forthcoming induction and official gazettement. This visit is significant as it familiarizes the board members with the operational environment and governance structures of the city management, fostering a deeper…
This week, a crucial security meeting was held between the Nyanza Regional Police Commandant, Patrick Tito, Kisumu County Security Committee members, and officers commanding various stations and units within Kisumu County to address the rising criminal activities in the city and neighboring areas. Key resolutions included adopting a joint multi-agency approach to enhance the safety…
The Africa Mayoral Leaders Initiative (AMALI), convening 29 Governors and Mayors in Nairobi, is a vital platform for urban leadership and development. Kisumu, represented by Mr.Abala Wang’a and H.E the Governor’s Coordinator for Partnerships and Resource Mobilization, Mr. Aloice Ager, is actively participating in this dialogue. AMALI is crucial for the City of Kisumu as…