Mombasa County Integrated Development Plan Summary (2023-2027)

Executive Summary

The County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for Mombasa County for 2023-2027 is the third iteration, serving as the official development blueprint. Prepared through an inclusive stakeholder process, it aligns with national goals like Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals. Mombasa County's vision is to be a 'vibrant modern regional commercial hub with a high standard of living,' driven by a mission of 'providing high-quality services through transformational leadership and prudent resource utilization.'

Key Priorities

• Revitalize Mombasa's economy
• Ensure access to water, sewer, and storm water services
• Address public transport challenges
• Improve social welfare and quality of life
• Strengthen good governance practices
• Enhance county government finance management
• Invest in education and skills development
• Promote social cohesion and address security concerns

Sectors

• Economy
• Water and Sanitation
• Transport
• Social Welfare
• Governance
• Finance
• Education
• Security

Challenges

• High population density and growth
• Pressure on infrastructure and services
• Water scarcity and salinization
• Climate change impacts (sea level rise, flooding, drought)
• Maximizing labor force productivity
• Leveraging devolution potential
• Managing urban complexities

Implementation

• Resource mobilization and management
• Significant resource gap for full implementation
• Effective monitoring and evaluation
• Data collection and reporting capacity
• Public participation and citizen engagement
• Coordination of institutional frameworks
• Financial management and capital financing

Notable Facts

• Total Area: 229.9 Km2
• Annual Average Rainfall: 640mm
• Annual Mean Temperature: 27.9°C
• Sub-counties: 6
• County Assembly Wards: 30
• 2019 Population: 1,208,333
• Projected Population 2027: 1,422,440
• Average Population Density 2022: 5,495 persons/Km2

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