Today, on behalf of H.E. Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia, Deputy Governor H.E. Lindah Kiome received a delegation from the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP II) to discuss and appreciate the ongoing transformation of informal settlements within Meru Municipality.

KISIP II, a programme supported by the World Bank and the Government of Kenya, is implementing development projects worth over KSh 273 million across Majengo, Mjini and Salama settlements. These investments are significantly improving infrastructure, sanitation, security, access to clean water and the overall living conditions of residents.

Key interventions across the three settlements include:

MAJENGO

• 492 metres of tarmac roads and stormwater drainage.

• 16 solar streetlights and 3 high-mast security lights.

• 726 metres of water pipelines, a 75m³ elevated water tank and a 5,000-litre water kiosk.

• 1 dumpster and 10 waste bins.

• Last-mile water connections for 60 households, currently ongoing.

MJINI

• 397 metres of tarmac roads and stormwater drainage.

• 13 solar streetlights and 2 high-mast security lights.

• 715 metres of water pipelines, a 75m³ elevated water tank and a 5,000-litre water kiosk.

• 1 ablution block and 10 waste bins.

• Last-mile water connections for 12 households, currently ongoing.

SALAMA

• 410 metres of tarmac roads and stormwater drainage.

• 12 solar streetlights and 1 high-mast security light.

• 285 metres of water pipelines and 10 waste bins.

• Last-mile water connections for 12 households, currently ongoing.

Additionally, grass and tree planting across the three settlements is underway to promote cleaner, greener and more sustainable neighbourhoods.

The engagement was attended by the Ag. County Secretary, Mr David Baariu; Chief of Staff, Mr Harun Abuana; CECM for Education, Arts and Culture, Dr Esther Rukunga; CECM for Trade, Tourism and Cooperatives, Rev. Carol Kaberia; and Chief Officer for Lands, Physical Planning, Urban Development, Housing and Public Works, Mr Sarafin, alongside other relevant technical officers.

Meru County's pursuit of municipality status is deliberate and strategic. It is about positioning our urban centres to access greater development opportunities, attract strategic partnerships and qualify for transformative programmes such as KISIP II.

The County is not pursuing municipal status for titles or recognition alone. It is creating pathways for better infrastructure, improved service delivery, dignified living conditions and expanded economic opportunities for its people.

Under the leadership of H.E. Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia, the County Government, under the stewardship of Deputy Governor H.E. Lindah Kiome, remains committed to building inclusive, modern and sustainable urban centres where every resident matters and no community is left behind.

Building Meru Together.

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