Hon. Dorcas Mlughu
MCA Ronge Ward
She is the only elected female MCA in Taita Taveta County Assembly.She represents the people of Rong’e Ward in Taita Taveta County.
Projects
Hon.Dorcas Mlughu is the elected Member of the County Assembly (MCA) for Rong’e Ward. Her tenure has been marked by advocacy for local infrastructure, security, and community empowerment.
Key Ward Projects and Initiatives
Ward Development Fund: For the 2025/2026 financial year, Taita Taveta wards are allocated approximately Ksh 24.5 million for development projects, with residents in Rong’e specifically proposing further investments in water and road infrastructure during public participation,
Community Empowerment: In May 2024, Rong’e Ward groups received empowerment items including 150 plastic chairs and three tents for Mlambenyi and Chakaleri villages to support income-generating activities.
Infrastructure Advocacy:
Roads: Hon. Mlughu has pushed for the completion of the Mgeno community road, which links to the Mwatate-Voi Highway.
Street Lighting: In March 2025, she sought a formal statement regarding the lack of street lights in major county towns, citing security concerns for night-time traders.
Agricultural Security: She has been vocal against “rampant” illegal grazing in Rong’e Ward, demanding accountability for livestock trespassing that disrupts local farmers’ livelihoods.
In Sumary
Governor Wakujaa’s administration has focused on several flagship and ward-specific projects that impact the Rong’e area:
- Water Infrastructure: The administration has worked on expanding water access, including the Mbololo-Ndii-Mlilo Water Project and historical efforts to supply water to Rong’e Kati and Rong’e Chini.
- Connecting Manganga village in Mengo location with piped running water.
- Agriculture & Value Addition: Major county-wide projects including a Macadamia Processing Plant aimed to benefit farmers across all wards, including Rong’e.
- Land Rights: Dorcas Mlughu has been a vocal advocate for land justice, frequently challenging the executive to clarify ownership of Mgeno Land and protect Mramba Community Land from irregular allocation.