Samburu County is currently hosting the launch of its Third County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027 at Maralal Polytechnic on September 16, 2024. The plan outlines the county’s strategic goals for the next five years, focusing on improving essential services such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure. The CIDP also addresses key local issues like water scarcity and sustainable economic development.
Key leaders, including the Governor of Samburu, local representatives, and stakeholders, are present, emphasizing the importance of this plan in driving socio-economic progress. The community actively participates in the launch, showcasing a strong commitment to achieving the outlined goals. This event marks a significant step toward Samburu’s long-term development aspirations.
However, there is speculation about whether the event will be overshadowed by the ongoing wave of political campaigns. Recently, President William Ruto criticized leaders for prematurely engaging in election campaigns, more than three years before the next general election, urging them to focus on delivering development for the people. His message came as a reminder that political posturing should not come at the expense of service delivery.
Samburu has not been left out of this early campaign wave, with political aspirants already mobilizing support in the region. Despite this, county leadership is determined to ensure that the CIDP launch remains focused on improving the lives of residents rather than being clouded by political distractions. The emphasis remains on the need for leaders to work for the people, ensuring the CIDP delivers real change.
