Government of Makueni County

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[Government of Makueni County @county017]

Leading the way in maternal healthcare!

Makueni County’s maternal health model was highly commended today at the International Maternal and Newborn Conference in Nairobi.

​Delivering the keynote address, Governor @GvnMutula highlighted the county’s incredible milestone: achieving ZERO maternal deaths from postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) in 2023 and 2024! 🙌🏥

This life-saving success is the result of strong political commitment, practical healthcare reforms, and a community-first approach that emphasizes male involvement and family support systems. As the Governor powerfully stated, "Each death is a family permanently altered."
​By ensuring wider access to essential medicines and tackling risk factors like anaemia and poor nutrition, Makueni is proving that preventable maternal deaths can be stopped.
The county is now expanding its efforts to fight pregnancy-related hypertension to keep even more mothers and newborns safe. A massive win for Makueni and a model for the rest of the country! 🤱👶

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. @GvnMutula has announced major water infrastructure investments across Kibwezi East and Kibwezi West to expand access to clean water, boost livelihoods and strengthen climate resilience.
The projects include water distribution networks, borehole rehabilitation, sanitation programmes and proposed dam developments, alongside KSh144M secured under the K-WASH Programme and KSh47M for KIBWASCO service improvements.
#MadarakaDay2026 #Makueni #WaterForAll

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. @GvnMutula has announced major water infrastructure investments across Kibwezi East and Kibwezi West to expand access to clean water, boost livelihoods and strengthen climate resilience.
The projects include water distribution networks, borehole rehabilitation, sanitation programmes and proposed dam developments, alongside KSh144M secured under the K-WASH Programme and KSh47M for KIBWASCO service improvements.
#MadarakaDay2026 #Makueni #WaterForAll

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

🇰🇪 Happy Madaraka Day 🇰🇪

Today, we celebrate Kenya's journey of self-governance, unity, and progress. As we mark this important day, let us reaffirm our commitment to building a healthier, stronger, and more prosperous society for all.

The Department of Health Services wishes all Kenyans, and the people of Makueni in particular, a joyful and healthy Madaraka Day. Together, let us continue working towards improved healthcare, shared prosperity, and sustainable development for our communities.

Wauni wa kwika nesa na ulungalu!

#MadarakaDay2026 #HealthyMakueni #AfyaMbele #MakueniCounty #KenyaAt63 🇰🇪

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

History made in Makueni! 🇰🇪🤰 Gov @GvnMutula and @vitaminangels Founder Howard B. Schiffer have flagged off 7,200 bottles of Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS). Makueni is the FIRST county in Kenya to pilot this maternal health program across 13 selected facilities.

​Supported by Vitamin Angels, IDE, and Helen Keller International, this initiative targets prematurity and malnutrition, significantly easing the emotional and financial burden on families—especially teenage mothers.

​Our healthcare revolution doesn't stop there. Makueni is now using heat-stable carbetocin to stop post-birth bleeding and treating complex conditions like hydrocephalus locally via our own neurosurgeon, saving families trips to KNH. We remain fully committed to world-class, accessible care! 🏥✨ #MakueniHealth #MMSPilot #DevolutionDelivers

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

{WOTE} 28th May, 2026.

𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑴𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒍𝒂 𝑺𝒊𝒈𝒏𝒔 𝑫𝒆𝒂𝒍 𝒕𝒐 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑵𝒖𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑴𝒂𝒌𝒖𝒆𝒏𝒊.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. @GvnMutula on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vitamin Angels @vitaminangels Founder Howard B. Schiffer on behalf of the people of Makueni County, in a move aimed at strengthening maternal and child nutrition services.

The partnership seeks to accelerate access to essential nutrition services for underserved pregnant women, infants, and children across the county.

Before the signing ceremony, the Vitamin Angels delegation paid a courtesy call on the governor. The team included the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ana Cespedes, among other officials.

The delegation is also in Makueni to flag off a consignment of multiple micronutrient supplements that will benefit pregnant women in the county.

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

Nzaui, 27th May, 2026

Matiliku Sub County Hospital Receives Medical Equipment

The County Government of Makueni has stepped up efforts to
strengthen healthcare services and improve access to quality medical care for residents by providing medical equipment to Matiliku Sub County Hospital in Nzaui/Kilili/Kalamba Ward.

The hospital on Wednesday received theatre and patient-care equipment aimed at enhancing surgical services, emergency response, and overall patient safety within the facility.

The equipment includes an operating theatre table, theatre lights, an anesthesia machine, infusion pumps, syringe pumps, an electro-surgical machine, a suction bed, and patient monitors.

The County Government under Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. @GvnMutula is committed to equipping health facilities, expanding access to specialized healthcare services, and ensuring residents receive timely, safe, and quality treatment closer to home.

With the provision of the equipment, medical personnel at the facility say it is now better positioned to handle surgical procedures efficiently.

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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Reaffirms Commitment to Water and Irrigation

Kitise/Kithuki, 24th May 2026-
H.E. Mutula Kilonzo Jr. @GvnMutula joined the faithful of Kiuuku AIC in Kitise/Kithuki Ward for a church service, where he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to water development and the expansion of irrigation projects across the county.

During the service, the Governor announced plans for a meet the people and development tour of the ward to commission completed projects . He highlighted the ongoing KSh60 million water project covering 42 acres along the Londokwe River at the border of the Kitise and Kithuki sub-wards.

Phase One of the project is expected to be completed by mid-June, while Phase Two is scheduled to begin at the start of the new financial year. Once complete, the project is expected to benefit residents of Munathi, Muambani, Matheani, Mayuu, and Kimundi areas.
The service was attended by Makueni County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, @MbiluDouglas Clerk Kevin Mutuku, and several MCAs.
The occasion also saw 90 faithful, including Clerk Kevin Mutuku, graduate to various church ranks.

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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. @GvnMutula concludes his “Meet the People” and development tour in Thange Ward with the commissioning of the Thange Water Project and the issuance of seats to 42 local groups.The tour aimed at strengthening service delivery, enhancing accountability, and engaging residents directly on development priorities across the ward.

During inspections of ongoing and completed projects, county leaders emphasized that development remains a continuous process focused on improving the livelihoods of residents.

Public barazas held at Kyaani and Thange trading centres gave residents an opportunity to air their concerns, share development proposals, and participate in shaping the county’s agenda.

The event brought together top county leaders, including Senator Daniel Maanzo, @DanielMaanzo County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, @speakerdouglasmbilu Clerk Kevin Mutuku, County Executive Committee Members (ECMs), and several serving and former Members of County Assembly (MCAs).

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. @GvnMutula concludes his “Meet the People” and development tour in Thange Ward with the commissioning of the Thange Water Project and the issuance of seats to 42 local groups.The tour aimed at strengthening service delivery, enhancing accountability, and engaging residents directly on development priorities across the ward.

During inspections of ongoing and completed projects, county leaders emphasized that development remains a continuous process focused on improving the livelihoods of residents.

Public barazas held at Kyaani and Thange trading centres gave residents an opportunity to air their concerns, share development proposals, and participate in shaping the county’s agenda.

The event brought together top county leaders, including Senator Daniel Maanzo, @DanielMaanzo County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, @speakerdouglasmbilu Clerk Kevin Mutuku, County Executive Committee Members (ECMs), and several serving and former Members of County Assembly (MCAs).

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

Development and unity of purpose: H.E. Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. today commissioned the Kyaani Health Centre Maternity Block in Thange Ward, Kibwezi East.
The event brought together the Makueni leadership team, including Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, Senator Daniel Maanzo, Speaker Douglas Mbilu, Clerk Kevin Mutuku, County Executive Committee Members (ECMs), and several sitting and former MCAs.
The Governor is currently on a “Meet the People” development tour in the ward, engaging residents and inspecting ongoing development projects aimed at improving service delivery and community welfare.

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Kinyambu Market: Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. interacts with residents of Kinyambu in Thange Ward during a meet-the-people and development tour of Kibwezi East.

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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inspects the ongoing Kinyambu Dispensary maternity wing project in Thange Ward. The facility is currently 80 percent complete.
The governor is on a day-long development and public engagement tour of Thange Ward in Kibwezi East. He is accompanied by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, county executive committee members (CECMs), and several MCAs

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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Sworn In as Member of Kenya Law Reform Commission

H.E. Governor @GvnMutula, who also serves as the Vice Chairperson of the Council of Governors (@KenyaGovernors) Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee, was on Wednesday sworn in as a Member of the Kenya Law Reform Commission (KLRC). His appointment followed his nomination by the Council of Governors and subsequent gazettement by Attorney General Dorcas Oduor through Gazette Notice No. 5589 dated 17 April 2026.

Governor Mutula was sworn in alongside Ms. Annette Imbuhila Wangia and will serve a five-year term on the Commission.

The swearing-in ceremony was witnessed by Chief Justice Martha Koome, who congratulated the Commissioners on their appointment and underscored the importance of fully realizing the aspirations and objectives of the 2010 Constitution for the benefit of all Kenyans.

His appointment is expected to significantly contribute to the advancement of legal reforms that support effective devolution, social equity, and justice for all.

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How Makueni County drove postpartum-haemorrhage deaths to zero — and what still stands in the way https://t.co/HxdS9WSFF2

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Makueni Deepens Digital Health Push With Proximie Expansion Deal

Makueni County has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mawingu Foundation to expand internet connectivity to sub-county hospitals, paving the way for wider deployment of Proximie’s digital healthcare technology across the county.

The agreement will strengthen last-mile internet connectivity in health facilities, allowing Makueni to scale the Proximie platform from the Makueni County Referral Hospital to hospitals in remote parts of the county.

The move is expected to improve access to specialized healthcare services by enabling doctors and specialists to support medical teams remotely, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for treatment.

Makueni became the first county in Africa to adopt Proximie technology in its public healthcare system in 2022. The platform enables real-time remote collaboration during medical procedures through live video, audio and augmented reality tools, allowing specialists to guide surgeries, offer consultations and mentor clinicians from different locations.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. said the expansion reflects the county’s commitment to using technology to bridge gaps in healthcare access, particularly for residents in underserved areas.
He noted that the system has helped reduce unnecessary referrals while improving training, data protection and the overall quality of care in county health facilities.

The signing was witnessed by Proximie’s Head of Global Health, Dr. Shannon Shibata-Germanos, who praised Governor Mutula for pioneering the adoption of the technology in Kenya’s public health sector and for leading efforts to scale the innovation across the county.

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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. officially commissions the Mutyambua Safe Water Project in Mbitini Ward, an initiative implemented by Water Mission and AIRD in collaboration with the Government of Makueni County, with funding support from Procter & Gamble.
The project is expected to provide safe and reliable water access to more than 2,000 residents. It includes a water treatment plant and supplies water to 10 water points, serving four public institutions within the area.

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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr officially commissions the Mbulutini Drift on Mukuyuni River in Mbitini Ward, marking a major milestone in improving connectivity, transport, and access for local residents.

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From harvest losses to market profits 🌱❄️
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. launches the Kavuthu Cold Store & Pack House in Mbitini Ward — empowering farmers, protecting produce, and growing Makueni’s economy. #MakueniRising

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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. Wednesday commissioned the Ilengeni Water distribution Project at Kwa Thuku, Mbitini Ward , a transformative investment aimed at expanding access to clean and reliable water for the people.
Drawing water from the 25,000 cubic metre Ilengeni Dam, the project features a modern treatment plant, hybrid-powered pumping system, solar infrastructure, storage facilities, and an extensive distribution network.

The project will supply 160 cubic metres of clean water daily, serving Mbitini and Emali Mulala wards, and benefiting 15 villages through 9 community water points featuring 11 kilometer water pipe line and water storage facilities.

The project is a major step in the governors commitment to sustainable water access and improved livelihoods across Makueni County.
@GvnMutula

[Government of Makueni County @county017]

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. today commissioned Mbeletu Stadium in Mbitini Ward, marking another milestone in expanding sports infrastructure in Makueni. The project includes leveling of the pitch, drainage improvement and protection works, with plans underway to install floodlights for night sporting activities. ⚽🏟️ #Makueni #SportsDevelopment