CIDP Document

Kajiado County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027

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

Kajiado County CIDP

Kajiado County 2023-2027

The Kajiado County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027 focuses on strengthening economic recovery for a transformed and sustainable county.

Overview

This CIDP for Kajiado County, 2023-2027, is the third under devolution and aims for equitable, sustainable socio-economic development. Guided by 'Strengthening Economic Recovery for a Transformed and Sustainable Kajiado,' it aligns with national and international frameworks. Key priorities include Modulated Pastoralism, Livable Towns, Climate Change Mainstreaming, and Competitive Education.

Development Priorities

Strengthen modulated pastoralism for sustainable livelihoods
Develop livable towns with adequate amenities
Mainstream climate change for environmental sustainability
Enhance competitive education for quality learning
Improve healthcare access and financing
Strengthen institutional support through ICT and PFM
Promote economic recovery and transformation

Priority Sectors

Agriculture, Rural and Urban Development
Energy, Infrastructure and ICT
General Economic and Commercial Affairs
Health
Education
Public Administration
Environment, Water and Natural Resources

Key Challenges

Climate change impacts on livelihoods
Rapid urbanization and associated service demands
High youth dependency ratio
Population distribution variations
Need for enhanced youth inclusion
Achieving gender parity in opportunities
Limited access to credit and training for youth
Teenage pregnancy and gender-based violence
Need for improved mental health services

Implementation Issues

Significant resource gap
Need for efficient service delivery
Strengthening performance management
Enhancing project management
Mobilizing sufficient financial resources
Coordinating diverse stakeholders
Effective e-CIMES implementation

Plan Structure

ONE: COUNTY OVERVIEW

Provides background on the county's location, environment, administrative units, and demographics.

TWO: PERFORMANCE REVIEW

Reviews the implementation of the previous CIDP, including financial performance, sector achievements, and lessons learned.

THREE: SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK

Outlines the spatial framework for implementing projects and programs.

FOUR: COUNTY TRANSFORMATIVE AGENDA

Details development priorities, strategies, programs, and cross-sectoral linkages.

FIVE: IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK

Describes institutional arrangements, resource mobilization, and risk mitigation for CIDP implementation.

SIX: MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING

Outlines the framework for monitoring, evaluation, and learning during and after CIDP implementation.

County Profile

Kajiado County is in Southern Kenya, bordering Tanzania, covering 21,872 Sq. Km, and is primarily semi-arid.

The 2019 census recorded 1,117,840 residents, projected to reach 1,386,793 by 2027. The county has a youthful population, with a decreasing dependency ratio.

The Narok-Kajiado Economic Block aims to reduce poverty, but specific poverty statistics for Kajiado County are not provided.

Important Statistics

Indicator	Value	Note
Total Area	21,872 Sq. Km	Area of Kajiado County.
2019 Population	1,117,840	Population recorded in the 2019 census.
Projected 2027 Population	1,386,794	Projected population for 2027.
Population Density (2019)	51 persons/Sq. Km	Average population density in 2019.
Projected Population Density (2027)	63 persons/Sq. Km	Estimated population density by 2027.
Total Resource Requirement	Kshs.133.6 billion	Estimated resource requirement for CIDP 2023-2027.
Projected Revenue	Kshs.64.5 billion	Projected revenue for CIDP 2023-2027.
Estimated Resource Gap	Kshs.71.4 billion	Difference between requirement and projected revenue for CIDP 2023-2027.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the theme of the Kajiado CIDP 2023-2027?

The theme is 'Strengthening Economic Recovery for a Transformed and Sustainable Kajiado'.

What are the four main strategic priorities?

The priorities are Modulated Pastoralism, Livable Towns, Mainstreaming Climate Change, and Competitive Education.

What is the total area of Kajiado County?

Kajiado County covers 21,872 Sq. Km.

What is the projected population for 2027?

The projected population for 2027 is 1,386,794.

What is the estimated resource gap for the plan period?

The estimated resource gap is Kshs.71.4 billion.

What are some key challenges facing Kajiado County?

Key challenges include climate change impacts, rapid urbanization, and a high youth dependency ratio.