CIDP Document
This page summarizes the Kericho County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for 2023-2027, outlining the county's development priorities and strategies.
Kericho County CIDP
The Kericho County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027 outlines strategies for socio-economic development and sustainable resource utilization.
This plan prioritizes support for Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMSEs) through the County Enterprise Fund to boost business and employment. Key areas include value addition for agricultural products, enhanced healthcare access, entrepreneurship skill development, improved ECDE infrastructure, and increased access to safe drinking water. The county will also focus on infrastructure development, efficient service delivery, and leveraging ICT.
CHAPTER ONE: COUNTY OVERVIEW
Provides background on the county's location, demographics, and human development index.
CHAPTER TWO: PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Reviews the performance of the previous CIDP period, including revenue, expenditure, and sector program outcomes.
CHAPTER THREE: SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK
Outlines the spatial development framework, focusing on environment, resources, and land use zones.
CHAPTER 4: DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES, STRATEGIES AND PROGRAMMES
Details development priorities, strategies, and programs, including flagship projects and national/international linkages.
CHAPTER FIVE: IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK
Describes the implementation framework, covering institutional arrangements, resource mobilization, and risk management.
CHAPTER SIX: MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING
Outlines the monitoring, evaluation, and learning framework, including structure, indicators, and data collection.
Kericho County is located in the South Rift region, covering 2,436 Km2. It is situated approximately 256 km from Nairobi.
The county's population was 901,777 in 2019, projected to reach 1,036,035 by 2027, with a growth rate of 1.2%.
The poverty rate in Kericho County was recorded at 30.3% in 2016.
| Indicator | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Total Area | 2,436 Km2 | The county covers a total area of 2,436 Km2. |
| 2019 Population | 901,777 | The 2019 census recorded a population of 901,777. |
| Projected Population 2027 | 1,036,035 | Population is projected to reach 1,036,035 by 2027. |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.2% | The county's population growth rate is 1.2%. |
| Poverty Rate (2016) | 30.3% | The poverty rate was 30.3% in 2016. |
| Average Household Size (2019) | 4.4 | The average household size was 4.4 persons in 2019. |
| Life Expectancy (2019) | 60.5 years | Average life expectancy at birth was 60.5 years in 2019. |
| Tree Cover | 22.5% | The county achieved 22.5% tree cover. |
| Rural Water Access (End of Review Period) | 37.75% | Rural household access to quality drinking water increased to 37.75%. |
| Urban Water Access (End of Review Period) | 66% | Urban population access to quality drinking water increased to 66%. |
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The plan aims for equitable socio-economic development and sustainable resource utilization to transform citizens' lives.
Priorities include supporting SMSEs, establishing an industrial park, enhancing healthcare, improving ECDE, increasing water access, and environmental conservation.
It prioritizes SMSE support through the County Enterprise Fund and aims to establish an industrial park for value addition.
The plan aims to increase rural safe drinking water access to 51% by 2027.
Challenges include climate change, pests, poor market linkages, funding gaps, and inadequate staff.
Implementation involves institutional arrangements, resource mobilization, risk management, and a monitoring and evaluation framework.
