Overview
This plan aligns with national and international development goals, adopting a sectoral approach to outline strategic priorities. It emphasizes participatory development, incorporating input from various stakeholders and community members.
CIDP Document
Makueni County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027
This page provides a summary of the Makueni County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for 2023-2027. It outlines the county's development priorities and strategies aimed at fostering a resilient economy.
Makueni County CIDP
Makueni County 2023-2027
The Makueni County Integrated Development Plan 2023-2027, themed 'A resilient economy for sustainable development,' aims to foster a resilient community and grow the county's economy.
Development Priorities
- Enhance water harvesting, storage, treatment, and distribution.
- Improve access to sanitation facilities.
- Conserve water towers and wetlands through greening programs.
- Restore degraded landscapes and watersheds.
- Promote sustainable agriculture and rural development.
- Develop transport, infrastructure, energy, and ICT services.
- Strengthen environmental governance.
- Increase access to improved water sources.
Priority Sectors
- Water, Sanitation, Environment and Natural Resources
- Agriculture and Rural Development
- Transport, Infrastructure, Energy and ICT
- Health Services
- Social Protection, Education and Recreation
- General Economic and Commercial Affairs
- Lands and Urban Development
Key Challenges
- Arid and semi-arid land prone to drought.
- Erratic rainfall patterns impacting agriculture.
- High multidimensional poverty rates.
- Low program and project implementation absorption.
- Inconsistent disbursement of equitable share from the national government.
- Low revenue mobilization from own sources.
- Degradation of natural resources.
- Need for enhanced climate information systems.
Implementation Issues
- Delays in exchequer disbursements.
- Uncompleted projects at financial year-end.
- Low own-source revenue mobilization.
- Slow project implementation by contractors.
- Limited resources for development.
- Need for continuous capacity building.
- Ensuring effective coordination among stakeholders.
Plan Structure
Chapter One: COUNTY OVERVIEW
Provides an overview of Makueni County's location, environment, demographics, and poverty profile.
Chapter Two: PERFORMANCE REVIEW OF THE CIDP 2018-22 PERIOD
Reviews the achievements, challenges, and lessons learned from the previous CIDP period.
Chapter Three: SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK
Outlines strategies for economic, agricultural, human settlement, environmental, transportation, and social infrastructure development.
Chapter 4: DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES, STRATEGIES AND PROGRAMMES
Details development priorities, strategies, and programs across key sectors.
CHAPTER FIVE: IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK
Describes the institutional, resource, asset, and risk management framework for CIDP implementation.
CHAPTER SIX: MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING
Outlines the framework for monitoring, evaluation, and learning, including indicators and data management.
County Profile
Makueni County is located in South Eastern Kenya, covering 8,176.7 KM2. Its headquarters are in Wote town.
The 2019 population was 987,653, projected to reach 1,087,776 by 2027, with a 1.1% growth rate.
Makueni County has a monetary poverty rate of 34.5% and a multidimensional poverty rate of 59.7%. Children, youth, and the elderly experience higher rates of multidimensional poverty.
Important Statistics
| Indicator | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Total Area | 8,176.7 KM2 | Area of Makueni County. |
| 2019 Population | 987,653 | Population as per the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census. |
| Population Projection 2027 | 1,087,776 | Projected population for the end of 2027. |
| Monetary Poverty Rate | 34.5% | Percentage of the population living below the monetary poverty line. |
| Multidimensional Poverty Rate | 59.7% | Percentage of the population experiencing multidimensional poverty. |
| CIDP 2023-27 Estimated Cost | Kshs 92.3 billion | Total estimated cost for the implementation of the current CIDP. |
Official PDF
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the theme of the Makueni CIDP 2023-2027?
The theme is 'A resilient economy for sustainable development.'
What are the main development priorities for Makueni County?
Key priorities include enhancing water and sanitation systems, conserving natural resources, promoting sustainable agriculture, and developing infrastructure and ICT services.
What is the total estimated cost for the CIDP 2023-2027?
The estimated cost for implementing the CIDP 2023-2027 is Kshs 92.3 billion.
What is the monetary poverty rate in Makueni County?
The monetary poverty rate in Makueni County is 34.5%.
Which sectors are prioritized in this CIDP?
Priority sectors include Water, Sanitation, Environment and Natural Resources; Agriculture and Rural Development; Transport, Infrastructure, Energy and ICT; and Health Services.
What is the projected population for Makueni County in 2027?
The projected population for Makueni County in 2027 is 1,087,776.