Cattle at the Wajir livestock market. Pastoralist communities are set to receive Sh8.6 billion from the government. [Photo|the-star.co.ke]
Pastoral communities in counties in the arid and semi-arid regions are set to benefit from a Sh8.6 billion funding from the World Bank and government.
Deputy President William Ruto said the funds will be given to the pastoralist communities to improve their livelihoods to allow them to better respond to the risk that they face especially drought.
The funds will be used for sinking water pans, boreholes, construction of markets, buying of hey, the establishment of slaughterhouses and insurance for the livestock as well as enhancement of animal health.
He also urged leaders from the pastoral communities to work together saying the region was derailing in development while other neighbouring counties were realizing greater achievements.
Speaking at Nyali Sun Africa Beach Hotel, Mr Ruto said problems such as insecurity, FGM, school dropouts and early marriages can only be resolved if leaders worked together, irrespective of their political affiliations.
“The benefits of devolution in our counties can only be realized if we manage the resources allocated to us well. This can be done if you work as a team and ensure resources are well utilized.”
Ruto who condemned the misuse of county funds said some counties are employing staff based on clanism at the expense of merit which he said has greatly contributed to the loss of county funds.
“I ask county governments to employ staff based on merit instead of concentrating on the issues of the clan,” he added.
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