{"id":10108,"date":"2024-10-14T18:45:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T15:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/?p=10108"},"modified":"2024-10-15T07:47:08","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T04:47:08","slug":"residents-participate-in-public-fora-for-flloca-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/index.php\/residents-participate-in-public-fora-for-flloca-programme","title":{"rendered":"RESIDENTS PARTICIPATE IN PUBLIC FORA FOR FLLoCA PROGRAMME"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Uasin Gishu County residents in various wards today took part in public participation exercises to identify projects for implementation under the 2024\/2025 Financing Locally Led Climate Action Program (FLLoCA)that is set to benefit the residents to a tune of Ksh 173 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Ainabkoi Sub-County, County Executive Committee Member for Environment, Dr. Sam Kottut, spearheaded the engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Kottut emphasized the crucial role of community involvement in the successful planning and execution of the FLLOCA projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cPublic participation is a key pillar in our governance and project development processes. We want to ensure that stakeholders’ views are captured and considered in our initiatives,\u201d he reiterated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Moiben Sub-County, the administrator Moses Kangogo led the Public participation, where the residents prioritized Kapsoni water project solar equipping, Endao water project distribution and Tilil masonry tank construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In Kesses Sub-County, residents expressed interest in enhancing agricultural practices by prioritizing irrigation infrastructure projects and soil conservation initiatives. During the session, community members highlighted the need for sustainable farming methods to combat climate change effects and improve crop yields. The discussions in Kesses, led by local leaders and agricultural experts and environment officers also included the importance of implementing training programs to educate farmers on eco-friendly practices and efficient resource management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In Soy, Turbo, and Kapseret Sub-Counties, public participation sessions were similarly focused on identifying climate action projects. Residents highlighted the importance of improving water access and investing in renewable energy sources to reduce reliance on fuels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, in Kapseret, community members emphasized the need for tree planting programs and the restoration of local ecosystems to support biodiversity and combat soil erosion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Overall, the engagement across Uasin Gishu County showcased a strong commitment from residents to work collaboratively on initiatives that will address climate change and improve their quality of life. Local leaders remain dedicated to integrating this valuable feedback into the FLLoCA program as they move forward with project planning and implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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