Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has urged the national government to expedite the release of pending payments owed to mission and private hospitals, warning that the delays are placing an undue burden on county health facilities. Speaking during the burial ceremony of Retired Sergeant Onesmus Ngotho Makau, the husband of Mrs. Regina Nzisa of the Governor’s Delivery Unit, Governor Wavinya highlighted the financial strain these delays are causing and their negative impact on healthcare delivery.
“These hospitals play a critical role in supplementing county services, and withholding funds is affecting service delivery to our people,” she said.
In her address, the governor also called for greater respect and support for the Church, emphasizing its essential role in uniting communities, especially during periods of grief and transition.
Turning to matters of governance, Governor Wavinya addressed tensions within the Machakos County Assembly, reiterating that while the Assembly plays a key role in legislation and oversight, disputes should be resolved internally. “Let the Assembly perform its oversight role, but any disagreements must not involve my office unnecessarily,” she said firmly.
Highlighting progress in county development, she pointed to successful projects such as the drilling of boreholes in Mbondoni and the construction of Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) classrooms. These classrooms, she noted, are now fully operational and provide not only quality education but also nutritional support, including milk for learners.
On urban planning, the governor stressed the importance of structured development in growing towns like Tala and Kangundo. She called for proper issuance of bus park licenses to promote organized town planning and ease congestion.
Governor Wavinya also reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to education. She announced that Ksh120 million has been allocated for bursaries to support students across the county.
“Our youth are our future, and we must invest in their education to secure a better tomorrow,” she concluded.
Her remarks painted a picture of a county administration focused on service delivery, accountability, and strategic development amid financial and political challenges.
