Under the “Wakujaa” administration led by Andrew Mwadime, Bomeni Ward in Taveta Sub-County, Taita Taveta County, has emerged as a key focus area for development initiatives aimed at strengthening infrastructure, agriculture, water access, and social services .
Key Projects
Infrastructure and Roads
- Road Upgrades: Ongoing improvement of key access roads, including the Mshegheshenyi–Kisumu Ndogo Road and Kwa Kichi Meliki Road, enhancing connectivity, trade, and mobility within the ward.
Water Supply and Sanitation
- E-Water Initiative: Introduction of smart E-water technology to improve water accessibility, efficiency, and system management.
- Lumi River Rehabilitation: Excavation works along the Lumi River (Maguniani to Kiongoni–Iwaleni stretch) aimed at improving water flow, reducing flooding risks, and supporting irrigation.
Agricultural Development
- Rice Farming Support: Continued promotion of rice farming as a key economic activity, including plans for a rice processing plant to enhance value addition, increase farmer incomes, and strengthen food security.
Social Services and Public Spaces
- Satoo Grounds Development: Site handovers and preparatory works for upgrading Satoo Grounds into a functional space for commercial, social, and community activities.
Community Development
- Education Bursary Programme: Launch and ongoing implementation of the County Education Bursary at Bomeni–Satoo Grounds, supporting students and expanding access to education.
Overall, these initiatives highlight the Wakujaa administration’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development in Bomeni Ward focusing on improved infrastructure, enhanced livelihoods, and better access to essential services.