CIDP Document

Kiambu County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027

This page provides a summary of the Kiambu County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for the period 2023-2027. It outlines the county's strategic direction for development.

Kiambu County CIDP

Kiambu County 2023-2027

The Kiambu County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027 outlines the county's roadmap for socio-economic transformation.

Overview

This CIDP 2023-2027 aligns with national and global development goals, building on past achievements and addressing current challenges. It proposes a resource envelope of Kshs. 168.07 billion to drive development across governance, people, resources, competitiveness, and harmony.

Development Priorities

  • Enhance access to clean water.
  • Improve food security and nutrition.
  • Strengthen healthcare services.
  • Implement key infrastructure projects.
  • Expand access to education and skills.
  • Promote sustainable environmental management.
  • Foster economic growth and enterprise.
  • Ensure good governance and accountability.

Priority Sectors

  • Water and Environment
  • Agriculture
  • Health
  • Education
  • Roads and Transport
  • Trade and Tourism
  • Finance and Economic Planning
  • Public Administration

Key Challenges

  • Significant resource gaps for program implementation.
  • Underperformance in own-source revenue collection.
  • Delays in exchequer fund releases.
  • Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Strain on infrastructure due to high urban population density.
  • Unequal access to basic services.
  • Need to address disparities for Persons with Disability.
  • Challenges in effective urban planning.
  • Addressing alcohol and substance abuse.

Implementation Issues

  • Limited financial resources and funding deficits.
  • Dependence on national government funding.
  • Need for improved revenue collection.
  • Coordination of diverse development initiatives.
  • Ensuring effective public participation.
  • Capacity limitations in project execution.
  • Managing project implementation risks.

Plan Structure

Chapter 1: County Overview

Provides background on Kiambu County, including its location, demographics, and socio-economic profile.

Chapter 2: Performance Review

Reviews the implementation of the previous CIDP, analyzing performance, challenges, and lessons learned.

Chapter 3: Spatial Development Framework

Outlines the spatial framework for project and program implementation.

Chapter 4: Development Priorities

Details sector priorities, strategies, programs, and flagship projects for the plan period.

Chapter 5: Implementation Framework

Presents the institutional arrangements, resource mobilization, and risk management for implementation.

Chapter 6: Monitoring and Evaluation Framework

Establishes mechanisms for tracking the plan's progress and impact.

County Profile

Kiambu County is situated in Kenya's central region, bordering Nairobi and other counties, covering an area of 2,538.7 Km2.

The 2019 census recorded a population of 2,417,735, projected to reach 2,854,954 by 2027, with youth forming the majority.

Kiambu County has low poverty levels, with multidimensionally poor children representing less than 10% and monetary child poverty at 29%, both below the national average.

Important Statistics

IndicatorValueNote
Total Area2,538.7 Km2Area of Kiambu County.
2019 Population2,417,735Recorded in the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census.
Projected Population 20272,854,954Projected population for the end of the plan period.
Population Density 2019952 persons/Km2Persons per square kilometer in 2019.
Youth Population (15-24 Years)19.90%Percentage of the total population in 2019.
Labour Force Population (15-64 Years)65.50%Percentage of the total population in 2019.
Estimated Resource Envelope (2023-2027)Kshs. 168.07 billionRequired resources for the County's transformation agenda.
CIDP 2018-2022 Resources MobilizedKshs. 61.858 billionAmount mobilized in the first four years of the previous plan.

Official PDF

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kiambu CIDP 2023-2027?

The CIDP 2023-2027 is Kiambu County's strategic plan for socio-economic transformation, aligning with national and global development goals.

What are the main development priorities for Kiambu County?

Key priorities include enhancing water access, improving food security, strengthening healthcare, implementing infrastructure, expanding education, promoting environmental management, fostering economic growth, and ensuring good governance.

What is the estimated resource envelope for this CIDP?

The estimated resource envelope required is Kshs. 168.07 billion to address the County's transformation agenda.

What are the key challenges identified in the plan?

Challenges include resource gaps, low revenue collection, delayed funds, COVID-19 impacts, high urban density, service access disparities, and urban planning issues.

What is the population of Kiambu County?

Kiambu County had a population of 2,417,735 in 2019, projected to reach 2,854,954 by 2027.

How is the CIDP structured?

The plan is structured into six chapters covering county overview, performance review, spatial framework, development priorities, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation.