CIDP Document

Bomet County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027

This page summarizes the Bomet County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for 2023-2027, outlining the county's development priorities and strategies.

Bomet County 2023-2027

The Bomet County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027 outlines priorities and strategies for transforming livelihoods through effective governance and community participation.

Overview

This County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for Bomet County (2023-2027) is the third such plan, aligning with national and international agendas. It details the county's vision for prosperity and its mission to transform livelihoods through effective governance, partnerships, and sustainable practices, focusing on education, healthcare, food security, infrastructure, and job creation.

Development Priorities

Improve access to quality education and increase secondary school transition.
Enhance healthcare services and reproductive health.
Strengthen food security through improved agriculture and livestock production.
Expand and maintain road network connectivity.
Create employment opportunities, particularly for youth.
Promote economic growth via trade, industry, and investment.
Ensure access to clean water and sanitation.
Promote environmental conservation and sustainable resource management.

Priority Sectors

Health Services
Education
Agriculture
Roads and Transport
Trade and Investment
Water and Environment
Youth and Gender
Economic Planning

Key Challenges

High population growth straining services.
Widespread food insecurity.
Significant poverty levels.
Environmental degradation and biodiversity threats.
Need for enhanced tertiary education and youth skills.
Challenges in serving the aged population.
Addressing misconceptions about family planning.
Reducing school dropout rates.
Providing adequate urban amenities.
Managing climate change impacts.

Implementation Issues

Resource mobilization and management.
Addressing the resource gap.
Effective debt and asset management.
Managing project risks.
Ensuring adequate monitoring and evaluation capacity.
Coordinating with national government and stakeholders.
Securing program and project funding.

Plan Structure

Chapter One: COUNTY OVERVIEW

Provides background on Bomet County, including location, demographics, and socio-economic indicators.

Chapter Two: PERFORMANCE REVIEW

Reviews the implementation of the previous CIDP, analyzing performance, challenges, and lessons learned.

Chapter Three: SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK

Outlines the spatial framework for development projects based on the County Spatial Plan.

Chapter Four: DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES, STRATEGIES AND PROGRAMMES

Presents county development priorities, strategies, and sectoral approaches.

Chapter Five: IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK

Details the institutional framework, stakeholder roles, resource mobilization, and risk management for CIDP implementation.

Chapter Six: MONITORING, EVALUATION, AND LEARNING

Describes the framework for tracking CIDP implementation progress and impact.

County Profile

Bomet County is in Kenya's South Rift region, covering 2,507 Km², and is a source of major rivers.

The population was 875,689 in 2019, projected to reach 987,694 by 2027, with a significant youth demographic.

31% of the population lives below the national poverty line, and 36.2% of households are food-poor.

Important Statistics

Indicator	Value	Note
Total Area	2,507 Km²	Area of Bomet County.
Population (2019)	875,689	Total population from the 2019 census.
Projected Population (2027)	987,694	Projected population for the end of the CIDP period.
Population Density (2019)	440 people/Km²	Average population density.
Population Below Poverty Line	31%	Percentage of population below the national poverty line.
Food-Poor Households	36.2%	Percentage of households classified as food-poor.
Persons with Disability (2019)	13,395	Total number of persons with disabilities.
Fertility Rate (2019)	3.3	Average children per woman.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bomet County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027?

The CIDP 2023-2027 is Bomet County's development roadmap, outlining priorities, strategies, and programs for livelihood transformation and economic growth.

What are the main development priorities for Bomet County?

Key priorities include improving education and healthcare, strengthening food security, expanding infrastructure, creating youth employment, promoting economic growth, ensuring water access, and environmental conservation.

What is the projected population of Bomet County by 2027?

The projected population for Bomet County by 2027 is 987,694.

What are the key challenges facing Bomet County?

Challenges include high population growth, food insecurity, poverty, environmental threats, and the need for enhanced youth skills development.

What are the main economic activities in Bomet County?

The primary economic activities are agriculture, livestock production, and trade.

What percentage of Bomet County's population lives below the poverty line?

31% of the population lives below the national poverty line.