State House spokesperson Manoah Esipisu. Photo/the-star.co.ke
The amount of money transferred to Garissa County since 2013 is KSHS 17.68 billion to date, whereas the CDF allocation in the same period stands at 2.28 billion, implying that a large chunk of cash has been available to help grow this county, StateHouse spokesperson has said.
It is our hope that the Governor and MPs from this region invested the money well in projects that lift the lives of the residents.
In relation to the Digital Literacy Programme (DLP), Garissa County has received 1,569 tablets in 31 primary schools.
On the Free Maternity Services Programme, there were a total number of deliveries of 41,463 since June 2013.
In regards to social inclusion, there have been a total of 8,249 beneficiaries of the Women Enterprise Fund, at a cost of KSHS 51,300,000. In regards to Youth Enterprise Development Fund, a total of 4,792 people have benefitted from the fund, at a cost of KSHS 98,090,119 whereas in relation to the Uwezo Fund, 11,695 people have benefited, this at a cost of KSHS 109,460,000.
Monies given in reference to social inclusion improves the livelihood and welfare of these families, guarantees they lead a diplomatic life and promote the growth of SMEs.