CIDP Document
This document summarizes the Busia County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for 2023-2027, outlining strategies for inclusive economic development and social empowerment.
The Busia County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027 outlines strategies for inclusive economic development and social empowerment.
The Busia County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027 aims to foster inclusive economic development and social empowerment by aligning county initiatives with national and global agendas. It emphasizes participatory planning and links policy, planning, and budgeting to address development priorities.
Chapter 1: Busia County Overview
Describes Busia County's location, environment, demographics, and poverty profiles.
Chapter 2: Performance Review (2018 – 2022)
Reviews the implementation, achievements, and challenges of the previous CIDP period.
Chapter 3: Spatial Development Framework
Outlines the county's spatial development framework aligned with national strategies.
Chapter 4: Development Priorities, Strategies and Programmes
Details development priorities, strategies, and programs for 2023-2027.
Chapter 5: Implementation Framework
Presents the framework for CIDP implementation, including institutional arrangements and resource mobilization.
Chapter 6: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Describes the frameworks for tracking project and program implementation progress.
Busia County is in western Kenya, bordering Uganda, Bungoma, Kakamega, and Siaya, with Lake Victoria to the southwest. It serves as a gateway to East African Community neighbors.
The county's population was 893,653 in 2019, with a projected growth to 1,041,467 by 2027. Teso South is the most populous sub-county.
Busia County's monetary poverty rate is 68.2%, and its multidimensional poverty rate is 70%. Poverty significantly affects children, youth, and the elderly, driven by issues in housing, nutrition, and education.
| Indicator | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2019) | 893,653 | Total population from the 2019 Census. |
| Annual Population Growth Rate | 2.2% | Estimated annual population growth rate. |
| Projected Population (2027) | 1,041,467 | Projected total population for 2027. |
| Monetary Poverty Rate | 68.2% | Percentage of the population below the monetary poverty line. |
| Multidimensional Poverty Rate | 70% | Percentage of the population experiencing multidimensional poverty. |
| Human Development Index | 0.43 | County's Human Development Index. |
| Life Expectancy | 64.3 years | Average life expectancy in the county. |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 84/1000 | Number of infant deaths per 1,000 live births. |
| Literacy Rate (Age 15+) | 75.3% | Percentage of the population aged 15+ who are literate. |
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The CIDP 2023-2027 outlines strategies and programs for inclusive economic development and social empowerment in Busia County, aligning with national and global agendas.
Key priorities include enhancing agricultural productivity, promoting trade and investment, improving education and health services, developing infrastructure, and ensuring sustainable resource management.
Challenges include high poverty rates, low Human Development Index, deprivation in housing and nutrition, limited formal employment, and inadequate access to basic services.
The projected population for Busia County in 2027 is 1,041,467.
The monetary poverty rate in Busia County is 68.2%, which is nearly double the national rate.
The CIDP emphasizes participatory planning, linking policy, planning, and budgeting to address development priorities and challenges, and aligns county initiatives with national and international frameworks.
