{"id":15556,"date":"2026-01-19T15:24:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T12:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/?p=15556"},"modified":"2026-01-20T11:33:38","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T08:33:38","slug":"governor-bii-leads-signing-of-mou-between-county-and-snv-in-line-with-nguzo-kumi-development-agenda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/index.php\/governor-bii-leads-signing-of-mou-between-county-and-snv-in-line-with-nguzo-kumi-development-agenda","title":{"rendered":"GOVERNOR BII LEADS SIGNING OF MoU BETWEEN COUNTY AND SNV IN LINE WITH NGUZO KUMI DEVELOPMENT AGENDA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>His Excellency Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii, on Monday, led the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the County Government of Uasin Gishu and SNV, a global development organisation, at the County Headquarters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The agreement formalises a strategic collaboration aimed at accelerating inclusive and sustainable development for residents of Uasin Gishu County, in line with the Governor\u2019s Nguzo Kumi development agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"787\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"15560\" src=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-1.jpeg 787w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-1-236x300.jpeg 236w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-1-768x976.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 787px) 100vw, 787px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"912\" data-id=\"15562\" src=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-1024x912.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-1024x912.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-300x267.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-768x684.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52.jpeg 1123w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking during the ceremony, Governor Bii reaffirmed his administration\u2019s commitment to working with international development partners to deliver people-centred development that uplifts livelihoods, strengthens food security, and expands economic opportunities for all residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Uasin Gishu County Deputy Governor Hon. Evans Kapkea noted that the partnership with SNV aligns directly with the Nguzo Kumi agenda, particularly in the areas of agricultural transformation, youth and women empowerment, climate resilience, and sustainable economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBy leveraging international expertise alongside local leadership, we are ensuring that development reaches every resident of Uasin Gishu,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"15561\" src=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-2-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-2-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-2-376x251.jpeg 376w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.52-2.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"998\" height=\"920\" data-id=\"15564\" src=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.53.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.53.jpeg 998w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.53-300x277.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.53-768x708.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 998px) 100vw, 998px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The MoU establishes a structured framework for joint planning, implementation, and monitoring of programmes in key sectors, including inclusive entrepreneurship, regenerative agriculture, and renewable energy. For residents, this translates into improved access to skills, modern technologies, and sustainable income-generating opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In agriculture, SNV will work with 1,200 smallholder farmers organised under Farmer Field Schools (FFS) across the county. The farmers will adopt regenerative practices that improve soil health, boost productivity, enhance climate resilience, and strengthen market access, contributing directly to household incomes and county food security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"15563\" src=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.53-1-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.53-1-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-19-at-19.39.53-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, 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county\u2019s commitment to equitable growth for all residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>His Excellency Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii, on Monday, led the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the County Government of Uasin Gishu and SNV, a global development organisation, 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