CIDP Document

Elgeyo Marakwet County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027

This summary outlines the Elgeyo Marakwet County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for 2023-2027, focusing on the county's development priorities and strategies.

Elgeyo Marakwet County 2023-2027

The Elgeyo Marakwet County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) III (2023-2027) focuses on 'Creating Opportunities and Nurturing Potentials' to transform livelihoods through empowerment, participation, sustainable development, and climate resilience.

Overview

This CIDP III (2023-2027) aims for citizen-centric development aligned with Kenya Vision 2030 and SDGs. It prioritizes social welfare, economic empowerment, food security, and inclusive governance, building on past progress with innovative approaches to create jobs, improve living standards, and reduce poverty.

Development Priorities

Accessible, high-quality healthcare for all residents.
Modernized transportation infrastructure for improved accessibility.
Water security and environmental conservation.
Accelerated growth through improved human settlement and urban development.
Enhanced food security and wealth creation via agricultural modernization.
Commercial empowerment through diversified business and industrial environments.
Quality, equitable education and training.
Empowerment through sports, social welfare, inclusion, and cultural preservation.

Priority Sectors

Health
Infrastructure
Economic Development
Social Development
Governance

Key Challenges

Insecurity in the Kerio Valley.
Limited fiscal resources.
Persistent poverty.
Need for enhanced climate resilience.
Ensuring equitable development.
Environmental conservation challenges.

Implementation Issues

Resource mobilization and management.
Improving ICT connectivity.
Strengthening stakeholder collaboration.
Capacity building for project implementation.
Effective monitoring and evaluation.
Adherence to financial management.
Achieving revenue targets.

Plan Structure

Chapter One: COUNTY OVERVIEW

Presents the administrative, geographic, and socio-economic profile of the county.

Chapter Two: PERFORMANCE REVIEW

Reviews the implementation of the previous CIDP and assesses natural resources.

Chapter Three: SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK

Establishes the spatial framework for development projects and programs.

Chapter Four: DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES, STRATEGIES AND PROGRAMMES

Outlines growth areas, competitiveness strategies, and sector programs.

Chapter Five: IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK

Presents the implementation structure and resource mobilization strategies.

Chapter Six: MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING

Details the framework for tracking CIDP programs and projects.

County Profile

Elgeyo Marakwet County is one of Kenya's forty-seven counties, with its topography and climate detailed in the plan.

The CIDP III covers the five-year period following CIDP II, with population details provided in Chapter One.

The plan aims to reduce the poverty rate from 43.6% to align with the national level of below or at least 36.1%.

Important Statistics

Indicator	Value	Note
Poverty Rate	43.6%	Current poverty rate.
Target Poverty Rate	Below or at least 36.1%	Target poverty rate by end of plan period.
Gross County Product (GCP) Current	KSh. 84 billion	Current annual GCP.
Gross County Product (GCP) Target	Ksh. 150 billion	Projected annual GCP by end of plan period.
County GDP Contribution Current	2%	Current contribution to national GDP.
County GDP Contribution Target	4%	Projected contribution to national GDP by end of plan period.
Plan Financial Capacity	Ksh 107.048 billion	Estimated financial capacity for plan targets.
County Annual Budget Allocation	Ksh 17.589 billion	Expected amount from county budget and own revenue.
Programmes from Resource Mobilization	Ksh 89.459 billion	Amount for programs funded by resource mobilization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the theme of the Elgeyo Marakwet CIDP 2023-2027?

The theme is 'Creating Opportunities and Nurturing Potentials'.

What are the main development priorities for Elgeyo Marakwet County?

Key priorities include healthcare, infrastructure, water security, human settlement, food security, commercial empowerment, education, and social welfare.

What is the current poverty rate in Elgeyo Marakwet County?

The current poverty rate is 43.6%.

What is the target poverty rate for the county by 2027?

The target is to reduce the poverty rate to below or at least 36.1%.

What is the projected Gross County Product (GCP) by the end of the plan period?

The projected GCP is Ksh. 150 billion.

What are the key challenges identified in the CIDP?

Key challenges include insecurity in the Kerio Valley, limited fiscal space, poverty, and the need for enhanced climate resilience.