The County Government of Meru - 012

07/09/2026

‎The Directorate of Special Programmes, led by its Director Lenah Kiambi held a consultative meeting with members of Voice of the Community youth group from Timau ward to discuss matters relating to disaster preparedness and management.
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‎The engagement provided an opportunity for the young people to share their perspectives, concerns, and proposals on strengthening disaster preparedness, prevention, and response within their community. The group also expressed its willingness to work closely with the County Government of Meru in creating awareness and promoting community participation in disaster preparedness and emergency response.
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‎Among the proposals presented was a request for enhanced access to fire and emergency response services in Timau including consideration of the provision of a fire engine to strengthen the area’s emergency response capacity and enhance the safety of residents.
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‎The Directorate issued an assurance that all matters requiring further consideration would be channelled to the relevant county departments for review and appropriate action in line with existing programmes and priorities.
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‎The meeting was also attended by Kenya Meru county's Red Cross Coordinator Jerusha Nyanga who shared insights on strengthening disaster preparedness, emergency response and community resilience.

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

‎Meru county is partnering with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) to promote climate smart agriculture and strengthen farmers’ resilience to the effects of climate change.
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‎Today, officers from the Department of Agriculture together with a JKUAT delegation led by Prof. Bancy Mati, visited farmers in Kisima Ward to create awareness about the use of solar powered irrigation systems and promote water conservation through the construction and utilisation of farm ponds.
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‎Through National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP), Meru county is committed to supporting vulnerable farmers by equipping existing farm ponds with pond liners to improve water storage and enhance agricultural productivity.
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‎By embracing solar powered irrigation systems and farm ponds, farmers in Meru will have more reliable access to water for agricultural production at a lower cost. This will help reduce production costs, increase yields, improve food security, and ultimately put more money in farmers’ pockets.
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04/09/2026

‎Through the leadership of H.E. Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia, sustainable water management interventions are taking root bringing hope to thousands of Meru residents.
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‎This commitment was demonstrated in Kalimantiri community in Maua ward where residents unanimously agreed to have their borehole managed by MeRUWASCO.
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‎The borehole which supports hundreds of households, broke down in May this year forcing residents particularly women and children to travel long distances in search of water. However, this is now a thing of the past as MeRUWASCO takes over the management of this critical water resource ensuring that it operates optimally and sustainably for the benefit of all residents.

‎Water, Irrigation, Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change Ag. Chief Officer Kagwiria Murega, alongside MeRUWASCO Managing Director Romano Mwito spearheaded the critical engagement, highlighting the county government’s commitment to promoting economic growth, improving sanitation, and enhancing livelihoods through the provision of clean and sustainable water to households and institutions across the county.
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‎Maua MCA Hon. Dancan Kangwana was also in attendance.

03/09/2026

‎The County Government of Meru is exploring a partnership with the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) to strengthen delivery of healthcare services through innovative, data driven interventions targeting women of reproductive age, children, and communities.
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‎Representatives of AICS and the County Director of Health Dr. Titus Mutura held an introductory meeting today during which they discussed the Woman Link project and its potential contribution to improving health outcomes across the county. This project presents an opportunity to strengthen preventive healthcare, promote early detection of diseases, and ensure that women, children, and families receive comprehensive care throughout different stages of life.
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‎Key areas of focus under the proposed partnership include improving maternal and child health outcomes, reducing maternal and child mortality, strengthening prevention and management of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), enhancing cancer screening and prevention, promoting mental health services, improving access to family planning services, strengthening the continuum of care from adolescence, pregnancy and childbirth to postnatal care for mothers and children, increasing access to essential healthcare services, and improving health indicators.
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‎The use of data driven interventions is expected to support evidence based decision making, enabling health managers to identify gaps better, target interventions, and monitor progress towards improved health outcomes.

03/09/2026

‎Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries CECM Janaro Gatangugi received a courtesy call from a delegation from the State Department for Irrigation, which is in Meru county to conduct extensive research on Farmer-Led Irrigation Development (FLID).
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‎The study is being undertaken under the National Irrigation Sector Investment Plan (NISIP) and seeks to generate data that will inform key funding and development decisions within Kenya’s irrigation sector.
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‎This study's findings will play a crucial role in shaping future irrigation interventions and investments, with the ultimate goal of improving access to water, boosting agricultural productivity, and directly benefiting farmers across Meru county.
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02/09/2026

‎Meru county is keen to partner with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) to promote climate smart agriculture and strengthen sustainable farming practices.
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‎Through this partnership, the county government seeks to build the capacity of farmers to embrace solar powered irrigation as a sustainable solution for improving water management and enhancing agricultural productivity.
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‎Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries CECM Janaro Gatangugi noted that the initiative will focus on promoting rainwater harvesting through the construction of farm ponds and utilizing the harvested water to support agricultural production and increase farmers’ incomes.
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‎He noted that the county government is committed to ensuring availability of quality seeds and promoting sustainable use of water resources to increase yields, reduce production costs, and strengthen Meru’s position as a key food basket.
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‎The JKUAT delegation included Prof. Bancy Mati, Prof. John Wesonga, Dr. Winfred Karugu, and Jeremiah Mbugua.
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01/09/2026

‎Day two of the stakeholder engagement between the County Government of Meru and National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) took place across the Igembe and Tigania regions bringing together key stakeholders to assess progress and strengthen the implementation of priority agricultural interventions.
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‎The engagements focused on key areas including community institutions, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), ward-based saccos, farmer-led irrigation development, digital agriculture, and agricultural extension services.
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‎Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries Ag. Chief Officer Isaiah Baitoti emphasized the need for stronger partnerships and farmer-centred interventions to enhance productivity, improve market access, and strengthen livelihoods. NAVCDP County Project Coordinator Patrick Ng’ang’a also highlighted the importance of continued collaboration in ensuring the effective implementation and sustainability of the project’s interventions.
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‎Through interactive discussions and experience sharing, stakeholders reviewed emerging challenges and identified practical solutions to strengthen farmer organizations, improve service delivery, and build resilient, sustainable, and market oriented agricultural value chains.
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‎This underscores Meru county’s commitment to working closely with farmers and development partners to advance food security, enhance agricultural productivity, and promote economic empowerment across the county.
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01/09/2026

31/08/2026

‎Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital (MeTRH) has been assessed and confirmed ready to host an upcoming paediatric surgical camp scheduled for September 28, 29, and 30. A team from Kenya Association of Paediatric Surgeons (KAPS) visited MeTRH today to assess its preparedness and capacity to successfully host the surgical camp.
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‎Their visit commenced with a courtesy call to MeTRH CEO Dr. Bernard Murithi after which, working jointly with a team from MeTRH, they conducted a comprehensive assessment of the hospital's readiness.
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‎The assessment focused on key areas essential to the successful delivery of paediatric surgical services including theatre preparedness, availability of essential consumables and equipment, as well as the availability of the required personnel and specialist teams. Following this assessment, they expressed confidence in MeTRH's preparedness, affirming that the facility is well positioned to host the upcoming camp.
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‎The teams also held discussions on the logistical arrangements and coordination mechanisms necessary to ensure the smooth implementation of the surgical camp and the delivery of safe, quality, and specialized care to children requiring surgical intervention.