CIDP Document

Homa Bay County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) III 2023-2027

This document summarizes the Homa Bay County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) III for 2023-2027. It outlines the county's development priorities and strategies for accelerated economic growth and improved public service delivery.

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Homa Bay County 2023-2027

The Homa Bay County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) III for 2023-2027 outlines development priorities and strategies for accelerated economic growth and improved public service delivery.

Overview

This CIDP III serves as Homa Bay County's economic blueprint, integrating local aspirations with national and global agendas. It identifies priorities through public participation to guide accelerated economic growth and enhance public services.

Development Priorities

  • Enhance food security and agricultural productivity
  • Promote sustainable fisheries and blue economy
  • Improve infrastructure, including roads and energy
  • Strengthen health service delivery and access
  • Expand access to quality education and vocational training
  • Foster trade, industrialization, and cooperatives
  • Ensure environmental protection and water management
  • Promote social inclusion and empowerment

Priority Sectors

  • Agriculture
  • Fisheries and Blue Economy
  • Infrastructure and Energy
  • Health
  • Education
  • Trade and Industry
  • Environment and Water
  • Social Protection

Key Challenges

  • High poverty and livelihood vulnerability
  • Climate change impacts on agriculture
  • Natural resource depletion
  • Low urbanization and unplanned development
  • Inequitable resource distribution
  • Limited access to essential services
  • High adolescent pregnancy and maternal mortality
  • Low uptake of modern contraception
  • Socio-economic inclusion for persons with disabilities
  • Low Human Development Index

Implementation Issues

  • Inadequate financial resources
  • Low absorption of development expenditures
  • Reliance on national government funding
  • Challenges in revenue generation
  • Need for improved intergovernmental coordination
  • Limited capacity in specialized health services
  • Insufficient forest cover
  • Low immunization uptake

Plan Structure

Chapter One: COUNTY OVERVIEW

Presents the county profile, including its location, environment, administrative units, and demographic features.

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 development framework to guide settlement patterns and economic activities within the county.

Chapter Four: Development Priorities, Strategies, and Programmes

Details the development priorities, strategies, and programmes for 2023-2027, linking them to national and international agendas.

Chapter Five: IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK

Provides the framework for CIDP implementation, covering institutional arrangements and resource mobilization.

Chapter Six: MONITORING, EVALUATION, AND LEARNING

Outlines the processes and tools for monitoring CIDP implementation and outcomes.

County Profile

Homa Bay County is located in South Western Kenya along Lake Victoria, covering 4,267.1 Km2, including 1,227 km2 of water surface.

The county had a population of 1,131,950 in 2019, projected to reach 1,327,513 by 2027. It has a youthful population (44.5% under 15 in 2019) and a population density of 359 persons/km2 (2019).

Homa Bay County's poverty rate is 48%, exceeding the national average of 45%. Poverty is linked to poor nutrition, health, education, and vulnerability of livelihoods to environmental factors.

Important Statistics

IndicatorValueNote
2019 Population1,131,950Enumerated population from the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census.
Projected 2027 Population1,327,513Projected population for the year 2027.
2019 Population Density359 persons/km2Population density based on the 2019 census.
Projected 2023 Population Density405 persons/km2Projected population density for the year 2023.
County Poverty Rate48%Poverty rate in Homa Bay County.
Total County Area4,267.1 Km2Total area of Homa Bay County, including water surface.
Water Surface Area1,227 km2Area covered by water within Homa Bay County.
Persons with Disability Prevalence4.3%Prevalence rate of persons with disability in Homa Bay County.
Total Revenue Received (2018/19-2021/22)KShs. 33.99 billionTotal revenue received by the County Government during the specified financial years.
CIDP III Budget RequirementKSh 47.8 billionTotal budget required for the full implementation of CIDP III.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Homa Bay CIDP III 2023-2027?

The CIDP III 2023-2027 is Homa Bay County's economic blueprint, detailing development priorities, strategies, and programs for economic growth and improved living standards.

What are the main development priorities for Homa Bay County?

Key priorities include enhancing food security, promoting the blue economy, improving infrastructure, strengthening health and education services, fostering trade, and ensuring environmental protection.

What are the major challenges facing Homa Bay County?

Challenges include high poverty, climate change impacts on agriculture, resource depletion, limited access to services, and a low Human Development Index.

What is the projected population of Homa Bay County in 2027?

The projected population for Homa Bay County in 2027 is 1,327,513.

What is the poverty rate in Homa Bay County?

The poverty rate in Homa Bay County is 48%, which is higher than the national average.

What is the total budget required for CIDP III?

The total budget required for the full implementation of CIDP III is KSh 47.8 billion.