COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF GARISSA COUNTY ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FY 2025 – 2026 AUG 2024 Table of Contents FOREWORD ................................................................................................................. 5 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ............................................................................ 6 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS ................................................................ 7 CONCEPT AND TERMINOLOGIES ................................................................. 8 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............................................................................................ 10 CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 12 1.1 Overview of the County .................................................................... 12 1.1.2 : Position and Size ........................................................................... 13 1.1.2 Physical and Topographic Features............................................... 13 1.1.3 Climatic Conditions .................................................................. 14 1.1.4 Administrative Sub-Division ........................................................ 15 1.1.5 Population Size and Composition ................................................. 16 1.1.6 : Population Density and Distribution ................................................... 18 1.1.7 : Political Units ................................................................................ 18 1.3 : Legal basis for preparation of the Annual Development Plan (ADP) ................ 19 1.4 : Linkage of Annual Development Plan (ADP) to the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) and other Development Plans ............................... 19 1.5 : Preparation Process of the Annual Development Plan (ADP)......................... 20 CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PREVIOUS ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN ............................................................................................... 21 2.0 : Introduction .......................................................................................................... 21 2.1 : Sector Achievements in the Previous Financial Year .................................. 21 2.1.1 : Finance and Economic Planning ....................................................... 21 2.1.2 : Education, Information and ICT........................................................ 22 2.1.3 : Water, Environment, Energy, Climate Change & Natural Resource .............. 31 2.1.4 : Agriculture, Livestock and Pastoral Economy ........................................ 46 2.1.5 : Lands, Physical Planning & Urban development ..................................... 58 2.1.6 : Trade, Investment and Enterprise Development .................................... 58 2.1.7 : County Affairs ............................................................................ 61 2.1.8 : Roads, Transport and Public Works ................................................... 62 2.1.9 : Gender, Social Services, Culture, Youth and Sports ................................ 66 2.1.10 : Health Services ......................................................................... 69 2.2 : Challenges ........................................................................................................... 74 2.3 : Lesson learnt ....................................................................................................... 75 CHAPTER THREE: COUNTY STRATEGIC PRIORITIES, PROGRAMMES AND PROJECTS ................................................................................................................. 76 3.1 : Introduction ........................................................................................................... 76 3.1.1 : Finance and Economic planning ....................................................... 76 3.1.2 : AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK & PASTORAL ECONOMY ................................. 81 3.1.2.1 : Livestock Development Sub Sector ................................................. 81 3.1.2.2 : Agriculture Sub sector ................................................................ 89 3.1.2.3 : Cooperative Sub sector ............................................................... 95 3.1.3 : Gender, Social Services, Culture, Youth and Sports ................................ 97 3.1.4 : ROADS, TRANSPORT AND PUBLIC WORKS ............................................ 103 3.1.5 : Water, Environment, Natural Resource and Climate change ............................ 115 3.1.5.1 : Water Sub Sector ..................................................................... 115 3.1.5.2 : Climate change directorate ......................................................... 117 3.1.5.3 : Irrigation sub sector ................................................................. 123 3.1.5.4 : Energy, Natural Resource and Wildlife Sub sector ............................... 128 3.1.6 : Health services .......................................................................... 132 3.1.7 : Education, Information and ICT ...................................................... 136 3.1.7.1 : Education Sub Sector ................................................................ 136 3.1.7.2 : ICT and E-Government Sub sector ................................................. 139 3.1.8 : Trade, Investment and Enterprise Development. .............................. 143 3.1.9 : County Affairs, Public Service, and Intergovernmental Relations ............. 149 3.1.10 : Lands, Physical Planning, and Urban Development ............................. 155 3.1.10.1 : Land & Physical Planning Sub Sector ............................................. 155 3.1.10.2 : Housing Sub Sector ................................................................. 160 3.1.10.3 : Municipalities ........................................................................ 162 3.2 : Payments of Grants, Benefits and Subsidies ..................................................... 164 3.3 : Cross sectoral linkages ...................................................................................... 165 CHAPTER FOUR: RESOURCE MOBILIZATION ...................................................... 169 4.1 : Introduction ................................................................................ 169 4.2 Resource allocation criteria .............................................................. 169 4.3 Proposed budget by Sector/ sub-sector................................................. 170 4.4 Financial and Economic Environment ................................................... 171 CHAPTER FIVE: MONITORING AND EVALUATION ............................................... 176 5.1. Overview ................................................................................... 176 5.1.1. Introduction ............................................................................... 176 5.1.2. Monitoring .................................................................................. 176 5.1.3. Evaluation .................................................................................. 177 5.1.4. Data Collection, Analysis and Reporting ............................................ 177 5.1.5. M&E Indicators ............................................................................ 178 5.1.6 : County Monitoring and Evaluation Structure ...................................... 178 5.1.7 : M&E Capacity ............................................................................. 181 5.1.8 : Monitoring and Evaluation Performance Matrix ................................... 183 FOREWORD Sections 104, 105 and 108 of the County Government Act, 2012 provides that County Governments are responsible for the preparation of the integrated development plans which guides integrated planning within their counties taking into consideration the linkages between county plans, the national planning framework and meaningful engagement of citizens in the planning process through collection, collation, storage and updating of data and information suitable for the planning processes. In addition, the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 2012 outlines the county planning framework which provides for the preparation of various plans that includes the Annual Development Plans (ADPs). The ADP provides the basis for implementation of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP 2023-2027) and act as a guide in resource allocation to priority programmes and projects for the FY 2025-2026. The preparation of this document involved working closely with the County Sector Working Groups (SWGs), incorporating inputs shared by the members of the public, development partners and the County Executive Committee Members. Further, the finalization of this Plan made reference to key County/National Government Policy documents particularly the Garissa County Integrated Development Plan (2023-2027), the Bottom up economic transformation agenda (BETA), the Medium Term Plan-MTP IV (2023 – 2027) of the Vision 2030 and the governor’s manifesto. This plan provides for a monitoring and evaluation matrix which guides departments while tracking the implementation progress of the priority programmes/projects in a bid to promote informed and evidenced-based decision-making in the County. I believe, successful implementation of the programmes and projects will contribute to a better delivery of county services, employment creation, faster economic growth, as well as poverty reduction. Hon. ABASS ISMAIL KHAAR CECM Finance & Economic Planning GARISSA COUNTY ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The preparation of the 2025-2026 Annual Development Plan benefitted from a wide range of consultations among different stakeholders both directly and indirectly. First, I wish to acknowledge H.E the Governor Hon. Nathif J. Adam and Deputy Governor for providing political leadership and stewardship in the development of the Plan without which we would not have achieved much. I also recognize and appreciate the County Executive Member for Finance and Economic Planning, Hon. Abass I. Khar, under whose direction, support and guidance this assignment was undertaken. We are equally indebted to County Departments through the Sector Working Groups (SWGs) and in particular the respective County Directors who provided valuable inputs and thereby adding value towards the development of the final document. Special recognition goes to the staff of the directorate of Economic Planning under the leadership of Director Mohamed Abdi Guliye for tirelessly working around the clock to co-ordinate, compile, edit and finalize the plan. More particularly, I most sincerely thank also; Abdirahman H. Noor, Director Budget and Amina Abdirahman Yussuf, Director Administration Finance, Abdillatif Haret, Director Climate Change for making the document climate sensitive and other colleagues whom I have not mentioned. Hafsa Mohamud Chief Officer Budget, Economic Planning and Statistics ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS ADP Annual Development Plan CADP County Annual Development Plan CBEF County Budget and Economic Forum CBO Community Based Organisation CECM County Executive Committee Member CIDP County Integrated Development Plan CIMES County Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation System CoG Council of Governors CSO County Statistics Officer CSP County Sectoral Plan DRM Disaster Risk Management e-CIMES electronic County Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation System ICT Information and Communication Technology IEBC Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission KNBS Kenya National Bureau of Statistics KPHC Kenya Population and Housing Census Report M & E Monitoring and Evaluation MOH Ministry of Health MTEF Medium Term Expenditure Framework MTP Medium Term Plan NCPD National Council for Population and Development NGO Non-Governmental Organisation PFMA Public Finance Management Act PWD Person with Disability SDG Sustainable Development Goal SWG Sector Working Group CONCEPT AND TERMINOLOGIES Baseline: An analysis describing the initial state of an indicator before the start of a project/programme, against which progress can be assessed or comparisons made. Blue Economy: The sustainable use and economic development of both aquatic and marine spaces including oceans, seas, coasts, lakes, rivers, and underground water. Demographic Dividend: The potential accelerated economic growth that may result from a decline in a country's mortality and fertility and the subsequent change in the age structure of the population. Development Issue: The key constraint/emerging issue concerning a sector that needs to be addressed or tapped into through various interventions and programmes. Flagship/Transformative Projects: These are projects with high impact in terms of employment creation, increasing county competitiveness, revenue generation etc. They may be derived from the Kenya Vision 2030 (and its MTPs) or the County Transformative Agenda/Long-term Plans, etc. (For further details, please refer to Treasury Circular No. 01/2022). Green Economy: An economy that aims at reducing environmental risks and ecological scarcities as well as enhancing sustainable development without degrading the environment. Indicator: A sign of progress /change that result from a project’s intervention. It measures achange in a situation or condition and confirms progress towards achievement of a desired specific result. It is used to measure a project’s impact, outcomes, outputs and inputs that are monitored during project implementation to assess progress. Integrated Development Planning: The process of coordinating the efforts of national and devolved levels of government and other relevant stakeholders to bring together economic, social, environmental, legal and spatial aspects of development so as to produce a plan that meets the needs and sets the targets for the benefit of local communities. Outcome Indicator: A specific, observable, and measurable characteristic or change that will represent achievement of the outcome. Outcome indicators include quantitative and qualitative measures. Examples: Enrolment rates, transition rates, mortality rates, etc. Outcome: An intermediate result generated from a number of outputs relative to the objective of a programme or intervention. Output: Products, services or immediate results, tangible or intangible resulting directly from the implementation of activities or applying inputs. Performance indicator: A measurement that evaluates the success of an organization or of a particular activity (such as projects, programmes, products and other initiatives) in which it engages. Programme: A grouping of similar projects and/or services performed by a National/County Department to achieve a specific objective; Programmes must be mapped to strategic objectives. Project: A set of coordinated activities implemented to meet specific objectives within defined time, cost and performance parameters/deliverables. Public Participation: Is the process where individuals, governmental and non- governmental groups influence decision making in policy, legislation, service delivery, oversight and development matters. It is a two-way interactive process where the duty bearer communicates information in a transparent and timely manner, engages the public in decision making and is responsive and accountable to their needs. Sector: Is a composition of departments, agencies and organizations that are grouped together according to services and products they provide. They produce or offer similar or related products and services, and share common operating characteristics. Sustainable Development: The development that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sector Working Group: Is a technical working forum through which government departments and partners/stakeholders consult on sector issues and priorities. Target: A result to be achieved within a given time frame through application of available inputs. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The ADP is an annual blueprint that is meant to unpack the county development aspirations in the CIDP. The ADP 2025-2026 will serve as the second year of the CIDP 2023-2027 being the third generation CIDP. The ADP comprises of five chapters. Chapter One: This chapter gives the county overview in terms of: demographic profiles; administrative and political units. This chapter also highlights the socio-economic and infrastructural information that has a bearing on the development of the county and county broad priorities and strategies as per the CIDP that will be implemented during the plan period. Further, chapter one explains the rationale of the ADP, presenting the legal justification for the preparation of the Annual Development Plan as per section 126 of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012. Lastly, it outlines how the ADP was prepared detailing the process that was followed to prepare the plan including stakeholder’s engagement and data collection methods among others. Chapter two: The chapter provides a review of sector/ sub-sector achievements, challenges encountered and lessons learnt during the implementation of previous plan, giving comments of the variation between the targets and the achievements if any. The chapter also provides a summary of capital project status in tabular form highlighting, the key milestones achieved during implementation of the capital project (s). Chapter two also provides information on total payments on grants, benefits and subsidies done by the county government during the previous ADP period (in this case Fiscal year 2023/24) under different sectors. Chapter three: This chapter presents sector/sub-sector strategic priorities, programmes and projects for the Financial Year 2025/2026. The programmes and projects should mainstream cross-cutting issues such as green growth and green economy; climate change; Gender, Youth and Persons with Disability (PWD); Disaster Risk Management (DRM); Ending Drought Emergencies (EDE) among others. The chapter also provides description of significant capital projects during the plan period indicating their locations and approximate cost. Under this chapter measures to harness cross sector synergies and mitigate adverse cross-sectoral impacts of projects where necessary are highlighted. Chapter four: The chapter presents a summary of resource requirement by sector and programme. It also provides a description of how the county government is responding to changes in the financial and economic environment. Chapter five: discusses the county monitoring and evaluation framework as outlined in the County Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation System (CIMES). The outline of the section contains the following: a) Introduction - brief description of the M&E structure in the county; b) Explain the type of indicators adopted to measure performance; c) Data collection, Analysis and Reporting mechanisms; d) Institutional framework adopted to monitor the programmes; and e) Dissemination and feedback mechanism. CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION Introduction This chapter provides the County’s background information, highlighting the planning scenario for the FY 2025/2026 and the linkage between the Annual Development Plan (ADP) with the CIDP, national development agenda and other international development goals. The Garissa County Annual Development Plan is an annual component of the 5-year CIDP and it highlights the short-term priorities for the county. It’s a requisite planning tool, which must be tabled to the County Assembly for approval by 1st September of every year and provides a road map on how the county will efficiently fulfill its mandate. 1.1 Overview of the County Garissa County is one of the 47 counties in Kenya. The County has eleven sub-counties namely: Garissa Township, Ijara, Lagdera, Balambala, Bura East, Fafi, Hulugho, Bothai, Liboi, Shanta Abaq and Dadaab. However, two other Sub Counties have been Gazzetted but not operationalized (Sankuri and Benane). The County Headquarter is at Garissa Town. The County is generally characterized by high temperatures throughout the year. The county is a member of Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC) block which have been established through mutual understanding between the various counties with historical, political and economic similarities. Garissa County is cosmopolitan with ethnic Somalis. The County also hosts hundreds of thousands of Somali refugees in its five refugees camp namely ifo, Ifo 2, dagahaley, Kambios and hagadera camps. The backbone of the county’s economy is livestock production with over 90 percent of the inhabitants directly or indirectly deriving their livelihood from livestock. Nomadic Pastoralist is the more prominent in the county and defines the lifestyle of most of the county’s inhabitants. The main livestock breeds are Cattle (boran), Goats (Galla), sheep (black headed Persian) and Camel (dromedary one humped). The main livestock products are meat, milk, hides and skins. On Agriculture the counties practice rain-fed agriculture on a small scale and Irrigation on a large scale along the riverine. The main crops grown are watermelons, mangoes, vegetables, tomatoes, paw paws, bananas, cowpeas, sim-sim, maize, beans and green grams for subsistence production Garissa County is highly vulnerable to a range of climate-related hazards, with drought being the most prevalent. The county experiences frequent and prolonged droughts, which have devastating impacts on both the environment and the livelihoods of its inhabitants, particularly the pastoralist communities who rely heavily on livestock. These droughts often lead to water scarcity, reduced pasture availability, and a decline in livestock productivity, exacerbating food insecurity and poverty. Additionally, the county is prone to flash floods during the rainy seasons, particularly along the Tana River, which can lead to displacement, loss of property, and the destruction of crops and infrastructure. These climate hazards are compounded by the region's high temperatures and erratic rainfall patterns, making climate resilience a critical focus for the county's development and sustainability efforts. 1.1.2 : Position and Size Garissa County is one of the three counties in the Northeastern region of Kenya. It covers an area of 44,753 Km and lies between latitude 10 58’N and 20 1’ S and longitude 380 34’E and 410 32’E. The county borders the Republic of Somalia to the East, Lamu County to the South, Tana River County to the West, Isiolo County to the North West and Wajir County to the North. Fig 1. 1: Map showing Garissa County & Ward Locations 1.1.2 Physical and Topographic Features Garissa County is basically flat and low lying without hills, valleys, and mountains. It rises from a low altitude of 20m to 400m above sea level. The major physical features are seasonal lagas that only flow during the rainy seasons and the Tana River which runs along the western border with Tana River County. The northern and central parts of the county lack ground water, making them highly inhospitable during dry periods. The soils range from sandstones, dark clays to alluvial soils along the river Tana basin. White and red soils are found in Balambala Ward where terrain is relatively uneven and well drained. The soil has low water retention capacity but supports vegetation, which remains green long after the rains. These soils have potential for farming. The rest of the County has sandy soils that support scattered shrubs and grass. Alluvial soils are found along the Riverine zone of Tana and Lagas (Seasonal drifts). The county’s land is highly erodible. The exploitation of the soil resource thus must consider conservation measures due to their fragile nature. The mineral potential of the soils is not exactly known as no geological mapping has been done. Reconnaissance surveys have however, indicated some occurrences of clay, good quality building sand along Laghas, lime and gypsum in places such as Benane in Lagdera Constituency and in Dadaab Constituency. Garissa County has two non-gazetted indigenous forests, namely Boni and Woodlands, most of which are woody trees and shrubs which are mainly browsed by camels and goats and to some extent by grazers like cattle and sheep. 1.1.3 Climatic Conditions Garissa County is principally a semi-arid area falling within the ecological zone V-VI that receives an average rainfall of 275 mm per year. Spatially, Lagdera, Dadaab and Garissa sub counties receive the least amount of rainfall. The Lower regions of Fafi, Ijara and Hulugho are the most wet regions of the county as shown in fig. 1.2. shows the graduation of these areas into precipitation zones based on the long term mean rainfall amounts. Figure 1.2: Garissa rainfall zones and demarcation based on the mean precipitation Given the arid nature of the county, temperatures are generally high throughout the year and range from 22⁰C to 39⁰C. The average temperature is 36⁰C, making it one of the hottest regions in Kenya. The hottest months are September and January to March, while the months of April to August are relatively cooler. The humidity averages 60 g/m3 in the morning and 55 g/m3 in the afternoon. An average of 9.5 hours of sunshine is received per day. Generally, most of the county has high temperatures. There is approximately a ~2o C difference between the temperatures in the southern areas and the highest area of the county, Benane, with areas like Garissa and Lagdera. This is explainable because Benane is the highest point of the county while the influence of moisture and the land-sea effect in the southern most parts of the county generally cause lower temperatures. Jan-Feb-Mar are the hottest months of the region with the peak of minimum and maximum temperature experienced in the month of March. These are also the driest months of the year in terms of precipitation measured. April is the wettest month, and it coincides with the long rains of the MAM season. During this month, the temperature cools down to a minimum in the month of July. There is a drop in temperature change by about 4oC between the month of March and July. 1.1.4 Administrative Sub-Division Garissa County Security Administration is headed by The County Commissioner assisted by Deputy County Commissioners in charge of sub counties. In total, there are Ten (10) Sub-Counties and twenty-three (23) Administrative Divisions headed by Assistant County Commissioners as well as 99 locations headed by the chief and 149 sub-locations headed by an Assistant Chief. Garissa County has ten sub-counties which include: Fafi, Garissa, Ijara, Lagdera, Balambala, Dadaab, Hulugho, Bothai, Liboi and Bura East. The ten sub counties make the six Constituencies namely; Garissa Township, Balambala, Dadaab, Lagdera, Fafi and Ijara Table 1. 1: Area (Km2) by Sub county S/ No Sub county No. of Divisions No. of Locations No. of Sub locations Area (Km2) 1. Garissa 3 15 25 2,538.5 2. Balambala 4 15 23 3,684 3. Lagdera 3 12 19 6,096 4. Dadaab 2 9 9 3,615 5. Fafi 1 3 5 6,550 6. Ijara 5 17 21 2,453 7. Hulugho 2 11 16 3,107.8 8. Bothai 1 2 5 2,700 9. Liboi 1 3 5 2,800 10. Bura East 2 10 19 8,500 Total 44,736 Source: County Commissioner’s Office/KNBS 1.1.5 Population Size and Composition The county has a projected total population of 970,917 persons which consist of 480,508 males and 490,409 females as of 2025 from the base population of 2019 census which was 841,319 which consisted of 458,975 males and 387,344 females. The population is projected to increase to 970,917 and to 1,012,920 persons in 2025 and 2027 respectively at an annual increase of about 3.5%. Table 1. 2: Population Projection (Sub County & Sex) Constituency 2019 (Census) 2022 (Projections) 2025 (Projections) Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Balambala 20,277 11,979 32,257 19,772 14,335 34,701 21228 15365 37224 Fafi 72,617 61,413 134,040 70,807 73,493 144,194 76024 78771 154681 Dadaab 99,059 86,185 185,252 96,590 103,138 199,285 103706 110544 213780 Lagdera 25,023 25,291 50,315 24399 30266 54126 26197 32439 58063 Ijara 80,458 61,129 141,591 78452 73154 152317 84233 78406 163395 Township 83,460 80,449 163,914 81379 96274 176331 87376 103187 189156 Hulugho 78,081 55,898 133,984 76135 66894 144134 81744 71697 154617 Total 458,975 382,344 841,353 447533 457554 905087 480508 490409 970917 Population Projection by Age Cohorts 2020 2024 2025 2026 2027 Age Male Fem ale Tota l Male Fem ale Tota l Male Fem ale Tota l Male Fem ale Tota l Male Fem ale Total 0-4 62,68 1 65,67 9 128,3 60 67,71 0 68,47 6 136,1 86 68,96 7 69,17 5 138,1 42 68,87 5 69,08 6 137,9 61 68,78 3 68,99 8 137,78 0 5-9 58,75 6 61,46 4 120,2 20 60,70 2 64,69 3 125,3 95 61,18 9 65,50 0 126,6 88 62,41 9 66,19 5 128,6 15 63,65 0 66,89 1 130,54 1 10-14 56,66 3 58,69 3 115,3 56 57,47 1 60,48 4 117,9 55 57,67 3 60,93 2 118,6 04 58,15 4 61,73 5 119,8 89 58,63 6 62,53 8 121,17 4 15-19 50,46 0 50,60 4 101,0 64 54,56 3 56,27 9 110,8 42 55,58 8 57,69 8 113,2 86 55,79 0 58,14 4 113,9 34 55,99 2 58,59 0 114,58 2 20-24 43,48 7 42,95 7 86,44 4 48,50 9 48,30 5 96,81 4 49,76 5 49,64 1 99,40 7 50,77 7 51,04 4 101,8 21 51,79 0 52,44 6 104,23 6 25-29 39,05 7 38,44 1 77,49 8 42,07 6 41,15 1 83,22 7 42,83 1 41,82 8 84,65 9 44,07 3 43,14 5 87,21 8 45,31 4 44,46 3 89,777 30-34 28,54 9 27,36 1 55,91 0 36,44 0 35,07 3 71,51 3 38,41 3 37,00 0 75,41 3 39,15 9 37,66 6 76,82 6 39,90 6 38,33 2 78,238 35-39 22,61 0 21,94 2 44,55 2 26,82 2 25,36 5 52,18 7 27,87 5 26,22 1 54,09 6 29,80 7 28,08 4 57,89 1 31,73 8 29,94 7 61,685 40-44 19,30 6 20,26 0 39,56 6 21,33 5 20,78 8 42,12 3 21,84 2 20,92 0 42,76 2 22,86 6 21,75 1 44,61 6 23,88 9 22,58 1 46,471 45-49 11,79 0 12,13 6 23,92 6 17,06 2 17,59 6 34,65 8 18,38 0 18,96 1 37,34 1 18,86 8 19,09 9 37,96 7 19,35 6 19,23 7 38,593 50-54 8,273 9,425 17,69 8 10,47 7 10,83 1 21,30 8 11,02 8 11,18 3 22,21 1 12,26 4 12,45 7 24,72 2 13,50 1 13,73 1 27,232 55-59 7,313 8,557 15,87 0 7,495 8,554 16,04 9 7,540 8,553 16,09 3 8,050 8,886 16,93 6 8,560 9,219 17,778 60-64 6,973 7,998 14,97 1 6,569 7,737 14,30 6 6,468 7,672 14,14 0 6,511 7,683 14,19 3 6,554 7,693 14,247 65-69 3,830 3,897 7,727 5,503 6,457 11,96 0 5,921 7,097 13,01 8 5,840 7,045 12,88 5 5,759 6,992 12,751 70-74 2,272 2,378 4,650 2,919 3,200 6,120 3,081 3,406 6,487 3,425 3,973 7,398 3,769 4,540 8,308 75-79 1,475 1,599 3,074 1,672 1,924 3,596 1,721 2,006 3,726 1,847 2,182 4,030 1,974 2,359 4,333 80+ 2,055 2,260 4,315 2,191 2,545 4,737 2,226 2,617 4,842 2,285 2,733 5,018 2,345 2,849 5,194 All Ages 425, 550 435, 651 861, 201 469, 516 479, 458 948, 976 480, 508 490, 410 970, 915 491, 010 500, 908 991, 920 501, 516 511, 406 1,012, 920 Source: Kenya-Population-and-Housing-Census-Analytical-Report-on-Population- Projections-Vol-XVI Garissa County has a child rich population, where 0–14 year-olds during 2019 census was 383,495 which constitutes 45.5% of the total population. This is due to high fertility rates among women as shown by the percentage household size of 5.9 members at 35%. The proportion of 0-4 year olds is 14.6% of total population due to high infant and under five mortality rates. There is low population aged 65 years and above. The number of persons with 65 years and above during 2019 census was 14,899. This is due to low life expectancy rate at 56 years for males and 65 years for females. Dependency ratio of 1:0 i.e. for every 10 workers there are 10 people not of working age. This has a negative impact on development since more resources are required to take care of this population. Table 4 above shows the population and projections for special age groups. It is important because it provides data for planning for social facilities in health, education as well as in economic development. 1.1.6 : Population Density and Distribution Table 6 gives the population distribution and density for the constituencies/sub-counties in Garissa County. The table shows that Dadaab Sub-County has the highest population at 185,252 persons with a density of 29 persons per km2. This is mainly attributed to the fact that it is the home of thousands of refugee population in the County. Garissa Township is placed in the second place with the population of 163,914 persons with a density of 49 persons per km2. This is attributed to the fact that it’s an entry point and the administrative centre for the North Eastern region in addition to having relatively well developed infrastructural facilities. Lagdera has the lowest population density of eight persons per km2. This is because of its expansive nature and relatively poor infrastructure. The county is sparsely populated with majority of the population being concentrated in areas with infrastructural facilities such as Garissa Township. The average population density is 19 persons per km2 in the county. Garissa Township Constituency has been surpassed by Dadaab Constituency in terms of population size simply because of Refugee factor having a population density of 29 persons per square kilometer Table 7. Population Distribution and Density by Sub County Sub-County Land Area (Sq.Km) 2019 (Census) 2022 (Projections) 2025 (Projections) Population Density/ (Km2) Population Density/ (Km2) Population Density/ (Km2) Balambala 3,684.1 32,257 9 34,701 9 37,224 10 Fafi 15,072.9 134,040 9 144,194 10 154,681 10 Dadaab 6,479.8 185,252 29 199,285 31 213,780 33 Lagdera 6,096.4 50,315 8 54,126 9 58,063 10 Ijara 2,438.9 141,591 58 152,317 62 163,395 67 Township 3,230.7 163,914 51 176,331 55 189,156 59 Hulugho 7,733.2 133,984 17 144,134 19 154,617 20 Total 44,736.0 841,353 19 905,087 20 970,917 22 Source: KNBS 1.1.7 : Political Units The County has six constituencies namely: Garissa township, Dadaab, Fafi, Lagdera, Ijara and Balambala; and thirty wards. the county government has seven sub-counties each headed by a Sub-County Administrator. Critical services such as health, environment, revenue, livestock and water have offices and officers deployed and stationed at the Sub-counties Constituency County Assembly Wards Garissa Township Township, Galbet, Waberi, Iftin Dadaab Dertu, Labasigale, Liboi, Damajaley, Dadaab, Abakaile Lagdera Modogashe, Benane, Goreale, Maalimin, Sabena, Baraki Fafi Bura, Dekaharja, Jarajila, Fafi, Nanighi Balambala Danyere, Jarajara, Saka, Sankuri, Balambala Ijara Hulugho, Sangailu, Ijara, Masalani 1.3 : Legal basis for preparation of the Annual Development Plan (ADP) The preparation of this Plan was done in line with the laid down guidelines and within the legal framework as provided in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; the County Government Act, 2012 and the Public Finance Management Act, 2012. Part XI of the County Governments Act, 2012 requires County Governments to prepare Development Plans which include County Spatial Plans, Sector Plans, County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP), and Cities and Urban Areas Plans. To implement the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP), section 126 of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012 requires that County Governments prepares the Annual Development Plans (ADPs). These plans form the basis for all budgeting and spending in the County and no public funds should be appropriated without a planning framework developed by the County Executive and approved by the County Assembly. 1.4 : Linkage of Annual Development Plan (ADP) to the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) and other Development Plans The Annual Development Plan (ADP) 2025-2026 has been developed considering the provisions and aspirations of various National and International Development Plans. Specifically, the ADP has strong linkages with the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027, the Kenya Vision 2030 and its Medium-Term Plan IV, the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), the Constitution of Kenya 2010, and related legislation including the County Government Act 2012 and the Public Finance Management Act 2012. Additionally, the Plan is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2015 and the County's development goals as outlined in the Governor’s Manifesto 2023-2027. Furthermore, this Plan is linked with the National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP III) and the Garissa County Climate Change Action Plan (CCCAP 2023-2027), which was developed following a county-wide Participatory Climate Risk Assessment (PCRA). The CIDP identifies specific projects and programs for implementation over a five-year period, while this Development Plan focuses on executing those identified in the CIDP for the Financial Year 2024- 2025. 1.5 : Preparation Process of the Annual Development Plan (ADP) The preparation process for the Annual Development Plan (ADP) 2025-2026 was carried out through a consultative engagement involving all County sectors, departments, the public, and relevant stakeholders. Data collection was conducted through public participation and stakeholders' forums. Internal and external stakeholders' forums were held, and the inputs were collated and considered. Internal stakeholders included representatives from government ministries, agencies, and other public institutions, while external stakeholders comprised representatives from civil society organizations, non-governmental organizations, religious organizations, minority groups, persons with disabilities, and private sector investors. The voice of the people of Garissa was captured through the submission of memoranda and public participation forums across all 30 wards, targeting the needs of citizens at the village level. In this process, communities presented their Ward Climate Change Action Plans, which were developed following Ward Participatory Climate Risk Assessments (PCRA). These plans included locally led climate actions aimed at building community resilience to climate change. The views and priority projects outlined in the Governor’s Manifesto were compiled, analyzed, and prioritized to form the ADP 2025-2026. The document is then presented to the Cabinet for deliberation and adoption before being forwarded to the County Assembly for approval. CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PREVIOUS ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.0 : Introduction This chapter provides a review of all sectors/ sub-sectors achievements, challenges encountered, and lessons learnt during the implementation of the previous Annual Development Plan. During the FY 2023/2024, the following achievements were realized in various sectors of the county as outlined below 2.1 : Sector Achievements in the Previous Financial Year 2.1.1 : Finance and Economic Planning In the period under review, directorate of Economic planning effectively discharged its mandate in formulation, coordination of implementation, monitoring and evaluation of economic development plans, policies and strategies geared towards achieving county development agenda. The directorate Managed to timely prepare for the ADP 2024-2025 which guided on the formulation of budget 2024-2025, the planning department also prepared the first Annual performance review paper (APR) the department also partnered With Garissa University to have comprehensive financial analysis and donor coordination policy. This a project that will recruit five university students as research assistants. The student will come from both host communities and the refugee. The aim of this project is to understand the off- budget funding that is taking place in the county. The directorate of budget ensured County budget estimates and other budget documents were timely prepared which facilitated implementation of county programmes and projects across various departments. The department with support of UNICEF has managed to do costing of county programs which helped the understanding of funding needs per program we also trained the sectors on program-based budget and sectors managed to prepare estimates on program-based format. Public participation of the budget was conducted across all sub counties. Accounting services through its mandate of making payments and production of financial reports; ensured proper control and accounting for receipt and expenditure of public funds which was achieved through development of financial policies and procedures, administration of applicable legislation, timely preparation of financial statements and financial reports. Supply chain management directorate enhanced budget implementation by procuring goods and services needed by the county in line with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015. By strictly following the approved procurements plan which is in line with the budget. The Directorate of Revenue oversees the collection of own source revenue (OSR). The county revenue department has performed exceptionally well the period under review. The department had a performance of 97% against the target. The collection was Kshs 222.3 million against a target of 230 million. The highest collection was from cost sharing from hospitals fees and charges. This steam has overshot its target from a target of Kshs 91milion to Kshs 125 million. other well performing streams are livestock cess and business permits. There are some streams of revenue that have underperformed these streams are property and land rates, mineral extraction specifically gypsum and parking fees. The county biggest challenge in revenue collection is manual system which lead to revenue leakages the department beliefs that if the revenue systems is automated the collection can be enhanced significantly. 2.1.2 : Education, Information and ICT The Department of Education serves as a pivotal agency for the County Government of Garissa and is responsible for overseeing and shaping the educational landscape of the county. The department plays a crucial role in formulating and implementing policies, regulations, and initiatives that contribute to the advancement of education at the ECDE and Vocational Training levels. The Department’s primary objective is to ensure that school age children and youth have access to quality education that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to thrive in an ever-evolving global society. The County Government of Garissa has significantly invested in the Education sector in terms of infrastructure, personnel, provision of school feeding programme, play and learning resources in an endeavor to enable all learners realize their full potential through provision of quality Education services. These services are diverse and dynamic in nature and require a multi-sectoral approach for effective and efficient delivery. the department has successfully achieved following in the last financial year;  Capacity development for ECDE managers and staff on food safety and quality to equip them with requisite skills for effective implementation of the school meals programme  Procurement and supply of UNIMIX nutritious porridge to all ECDE centres across the County (school meals programme)  Procurement and supply of teaching and learning materials to all ECDE centres across the County.  Distribution of age-appropriate furniture (tables, desks and chairs) to ECDE centers in Township Sub County  Disbursement of 70 million shilling as county bursaries to needs students in VTCs, colleges and other tertiary institutions  Refurbishment/repair of 27 ECDE Centers  Routine/ongoing school assessment and supervision in all Sub Counties  Training of ECDE Directorate staff as TOTs on the competency-based curriculum, remote learning and providing psychosocial support to vulnerable children in the Sub Counties  Training of ECDE staff on the science for early childhood development- supported by Aga Khan University- Institute of Human Development. In ICT subsector, achieved significant milestones in enhancing digital infrastructure and connectivity, which greatly improved service delivery and operational efficiency across the county. One of the notable accomplishments was the successful connection of the County Headquarters to the National Fibre Optic Network. This initiative ensured that all offices at the HQ had reliable internet access, although only 4 out of the planned 10 departments were connected, highlighting the need for further expansion to departments outside the County HQ. Additionally, the county made substantial progress in the automation and digitization of its services. The official county website was created and launched, hosted on ICT Authority servers, providing a central platform for information dissemination and service access. Official emails were established for all heads of departments, which improved internal communication and coordination. Another significant achievement was the implementation of a comprehensive GIS system for resource mapping, in partnership with ESRI Eastern Africa and Mercy Corps. This system, hosted in a dedicated cloud environment, is accessible through the GIS portal and supported by a fully operational GIS lab at the county headquarters. These advancements have equipped the county with essential tools for geographic data analysis and decision-making, although further capacity building and data collection are needed to enhance the system's effectiveness. Table: Sector Programme Performance Programme Name: General Administration, Planning and Support Services Objective: To strengthen capacity of the sector to undertake its mandate Outcome: Improved service delivery Sub Programme Key Outputs Key performance indicators Targets Remarks* Planned Achieved General Administration Supplied office stationery and equipment % Availability of office stationery, supplies and equipment supplied. 5 2 Target not met due to budgetary constraints General office furniture supplied % Furniture supplied 30 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Recruited Staff % of staff recruited 300 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Promoted staff No. of staff Promoted 150 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Operational vehicles availed No. of operational vehicles availed 15 3 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Purchased School transport for No. of School buses purchased 7 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Special needs No. of refurbished offices 5 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Refurbished offices No. of legislation and policies 10 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Trained personnel % of trained personnel 400 20 Target not met due to budgetary constraints BOMs established in the ECDE centers. & VTCs % of BOMs established in the 40 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Policies, plans and regulations developed No of policies, plans and regulations developed 5 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints ECDE teachers employed No. of ECDE teachers Employed 200 200 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Ward coordinators employed No. of ward coordinators employed 30 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Pre-primary teachers and staff capacity built Number of Pre- primary teachers and 400 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints VTC Trainers employed No. of VTC Trainers employed 40 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Co-curricular , Skills and exhibitions programmes No of Co-curricular , Skills and exhibitions programmes done 15 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Motor vehicles purchased No. of motor vehicles acquired 4 0 Activity funded and procured but not paid Programme Name: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Objective: Outcome: Enhanced access to ECDE and vocation training Outcome: Enhanced access to ECDE and vocation training Sub Programme Key Outputs Key performance indicators Targets Remarks* Planned Achieved Inclusive Early Childhood Development ECDE centers repaired and furnished. No. of ECDE centers repaired 150 47 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Inclusive Early Childhood Development ECDE Teachers trained on CBC No. of Trainings 4 1 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Inclusive Early Childhood Development Quality assurance and monitoring in schools done No of schools assessed 365 70 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Inclusive Early Childhood Development ECDE teachers employed No. of ECDE teachers employed 300 0 The recruitment process is not yet complete Education Support Services Ward bursaries Scholarships disbursed No. of students benefiting Target exceeded No. of students benefiting Education Support Services Biometric Data No. of Biometric Data 1 1 System acquired Capture System for Capture systems Scholarship students acquired Education Support Services Mentorship Programmes for scholarship No of mentorship Programmes held 1 1 Annual event held Education Support Services feeding program No. of schools who have benefited 270 270 Target exceeded Education Support Services Capitation grants allocated No. of children who have benefited 20,240 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Education Support Services ECDE Centres equipped with play facilities teaching, reading & learning materials No. of ECDE Centres equipped 50 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Education Support Services Co-curriculum activities organized Annually No. of Co-curriculum activities Organized Annually 100 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Assessments conducted No. of assessments conducted in ECDE and day care centers 6 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Sensitization meetings for parents and held. No. of Sensitization meetings for parents held 3 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Professional development trainings conducted for ECDE teachers No. of professional development trainings conducted for ECDE 3 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Pre-Primary centers provided with learning and play materials No. of Pre-primary centers provided with learning and play materials Target not met due to budgetary constraints ECDE Centres implementing Digital literacy in partnership with EIDU. No. of Centres implementing Digital literacy in partnership with EIDU. 270 30 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Pre-primary capitation implemented Capitation amount per learner 1,500 per learners 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints ECDE Teachers trained on CBC No. of Trainings 250 122 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Quality assurance and monitoring in schools done No of schools assessed 270 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Learning Resource center contracted No. of Learning 1 1 Target not met due to budgetary constraints ECDE Teaching /Learning materials purchased No. of ECDE Centres provided with instructional materials 270 270 Instructional materials supplied Sanitation facilities(washroom s) and access to clean and safe water in all ECDE centres done No. of ECDE Centres with WASH facilities 270 0 Activity was not implemented due to budgetary constraints Equipping of ECD Centres with child- friendly furniture No. of ECDE Centres Equipped with child friendly furniture. 50 85 Furniture supplied Programme Name: Vocational Training Objective: To improve access to vocational and education training Outcome: Increased access, retention, completion and transition in vocational Education and Training Sub Programme Key Outputs Key performance indicators Targets Remarks* Planned Achieved Vocational Training Development VTCs constructed and rehabilitated No of VTCs Constructed/rehabilitated 5 0 Activity was not funded due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Tools & equipment purchased No. of VTCs equipped 34 2 Target not met due to budgetary constraints VTC Trainers employed No. of VTC Trainers employed 60 0 Activity was not funded due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Capitation disbursed No. of Trainees benefiting 2000 0 Activity was not funded due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Training centres newly established and equipped No of centers constructed 4 4 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Training centres renovated and 3 1 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development No. of instructors recruited No of instructors 40 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development New courses introduced No of courses 10 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Instructional materials and equipment supplied in VTCs No of Centre’s supplied 10 3 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Co-curriculum activities organized No of activities 4 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Variety of competitive global market designed courses such as part time ones, maritime, agribusiness and e- learning ones No of courses 15 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Vocational Training Development Part-time instructors engaged No of part time instructors 20 0 Vocational Training Development Vocational Training Development Sensitized public on presence of VTCs and its benefits No of meetings 10 0 Vocational Training Development Vocational Training Development Improved working environment such as, occupational safety, improved offices, 10 0 Vocational Training Development Programme Name: : Information Communication Technology Infrastructure Development Objective: Outcome: Sub Programme Key Outputs Key performance indicators Targets Remarks* Planned Achieved Library service Purchase of reading material No. of books and other reading material purchased 3 libraries 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Library service Renovation libraries No. of libraries renovated 3 libraries 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Library service Purchase of computers for libraries No. of computers purchase 3 libraries 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Library service Purchase of reading tables and chairs for both adult and children No. of tables and chairs purchased 3 libraries 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Library service Mobile library van No of car purchased 4 0 Target not met due to budgetary constraints Library service To enhance library services and accessibility Improved access to information Collection Development 0 Number of new materials acquired User Services To improve user satisfaction and engagement Increased library usage and user satisfaction User Training and Support 0 Number of training sessions conducted Digital Services To expand digital access and online resources Enhanced digital literacy and resource accessibility E-library Services 0 Number of online resources accessed Outreach Programs To promote library services in the community Greater community engagement and literacy Community Outreach 0 Number of outreach activities Staff Development To enhance staff capacity and professional development Improved service delivery and staff expertise Training and Workshops 0 Number of training programs attended by staff Programme Name: Information Communication Technology Objectives: 1. Enhance Digital Infrastructure and Connectivity Outcome: Improved ICT infrastructure and connectivity across Garissa County, leading to better service delivery and operational efficiency. Sub Program me Key Outputs Key performan ce indicators Targets Remarks* Planned Achiev ed Developme nt of infrastructu re and connectivity in the county through WAN & LAN Connectivit y County HQ connected to National Fibre Optic All offices at the HQ connected to internet 10 departmen ts 4 Departmen ts outside the County HQ to be connected Automation and Digitization 1. County Website & Official Emails  Successfully created and launched the county website, accessible at [Garissa County Website] (https://garissa.go.ke ). The website is hosted on ICT Authority servers.  Official emails have been established for all heads of departments, enhancing communication and coordination within the county government. 2. County Cloud Infrastructure & GIS Hosting  Partnered with ESRI Eastern Africa (Technology Providers) and Mercy Corps (Financiers) to implement a comprehensive GIS system for resource mapping, which is hosted in a dedicated cloud environment at ICT Authority. The GIS portal is accessible at [Garissa GIS Portal] (https://gis.garissa.go.ke/portal/ home).  A fully equipped GIS lab was commissioned and is operational at the county headquarters, providing essential tools and resources for geographic data analysis and decision-making. Working Website and staff emails Accessible GIS portal 1 1 Maintenanc e and system integration needed for continuous improveme nt Further capacity building and data collection to enhance the GIS system https://garissa.go.ke/ https://gis.garissa.go.ke/portal/home https://gis.garissa.go.ke/portal/home Functional GIS Lab Table: Status of Capital Projects Project Name & Location Objective/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milestones) Estimate d Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulative Cost (Ksh.) Source of funds ECDE classroom at TUGDUB Enhance education access 2 Classrooms constructed and one pit latrine Builders, electrical and plumbing works Completed 1,600,000 1,542,520 CGG ECDE classroom at Charon Primary Enhance education access 2 Classrooms constructed Installation of 5000L tank Completed 3,592,500 3,592,500 CGG Bulo Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 3 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,441,134 2,441,134 CGG Dalhere Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,218,200 2,218,200 CGG Kasha Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 4 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,156,600 2,156,600 CGG Dhololo Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 4 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,394,999.80 1,497,090.50 CGG Hamey Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing Ongoing 2,460,000 2,460,000 CGG Nasib Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 4 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,117,192 2,117,192 CGG Tumaini Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 4 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,117,192 2,117,192 CGG Elmaan Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works and tank installation Complete 2,753,000 2,753,000 CGG Project Name & Location Objective/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milestones) Estimate d Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulative Cost (Ksh.) Source of funds Abakaile Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,500,000 2,500,000 CGG Bura vocational training renovation Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms 2Metre masonry wall with gate. Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 1,998,409 1,998,409 CGG Ege Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,950,800 2,950,800 CGG Nasib Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 3 classrooms. Installation of 5000L tank. Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 3,411,000 3,411,000 CGG Garissa Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 3 classrooms and construction 2 latrines. Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 4,484,937.20 4,484,937.20 CGG ECDE Block Balambala Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,289,898 2,289,898 CGG ECDE Block Madan Maroob Primary School Enhance education access Renovation of 2 classrooms Builders, electrical and plumbing works Complete 2,793,125 2,793,125 CGG 2.1.3 : Water, Environment, Energy, Climate Change & Natural Resource The department has 245 boreholes and 324 water pans, essential for meeting water needs across urban, rural, and refugee settlement areas. For the financial year 2023-2024, the Department of Water Services in Garissa County has made significant progress. Achievements include renovating the Masalani sub-county water offices, providing general office and cleaning supplies, and extending and enhancing pipelines and water supply systems, such as those for Balambala and the Damajaley RDU Camp. The department also rehabilitated the Abdisugow Borehole, developed the AFTC Borehole for GAWASCO, and connected water to the Governor's office. Drilling operations were carried out at two sites in Jarajara, and desilting was performed at Bulla Abass and Damajaley Abaq water pans. Major projects included constructing the Hulugho 50,000m³ water pan, the ADC and Maramtu water projects, and supplying pumps, borehole accessories, and aluminum sulfate. Additionally, emergency intake works addressed flood-related issues for Garissa's water supply, demonstrating comprehensive efforts to improve water infrastructure in the area. The Qone-Madogashe water project, initiated in November 2023, is in its construction phase, involving the installation of a 200mm diameter PN16 HDPE pipe to deliver 60 cubic meters per hour over 28 kilometers from Booster Station 1 to Booster Station 2 at Ware. From there, two parallel 110mm diameter PN16 pipes will extend 12.3 kilometers to an elevated steel tank at Madogashe Hospital. Sourced from four high-yielding boreholes in the Kone area along the Madogashe-Habasweine road, the project has completed 90% of the pipeline, including 52 kilometers of HDPE pipe, trench excavation, and material mobilization for the Ware tank. Topographical surveying has been conducted, with trench depths varying between 1.2 to 1.7 meters and air valve intervals of 1.2 kilometers. The overall project progress is at 58% complete. In irrigation sub sector, the department implemented the following projects during the the financial year 2023/24;  Construction of Damaga irrigation scheme near Bura town, fafi sub-county.  Construction of Adan Ellay water pan in Sankuri ward, Balambala sub-county  Construction of Nadhir Irrigation Scheme in Kamuthe, Nanighi ward.  Construction of Ebby farm in Korakora, Iftin ward.  Construction of Al-Rahma farm, kora kora, Iftin ward.  Construction of Wathajir Irrigation scheme in Adhiley, Sankuri ward, Balambala sub- county.  Construction of Qalanqallay- Towhid farms in Saka town, Saka ward, Balambala sub- county.  Rehabilitation and solarisation of Holwadag irrigation scheme in Galbet ward of Garissa Sub- County.  Rehabilitation and solarisation of Al-Falah farm in Jarirot village, Iftin ward.  Maalimin water pan construction and solmization at Maalimin village, Maalimin ward in Lagdera sub-county.  Carried out feasibility and design of Maalimin mega pan, Assad irrigation scheme, Madina farm, Dasheg farm, Jamhuri farm, Tawakal farm & Nasra irrigation scheme.  Completed writing of Garissa County Irrigation POLICY.  Capacity building and training of IWUAs for ten irrigation schemes in Garissa County. Distributed 5 HP Fortuner Solar pumps to Adan Ellay farms, Wayama Jibril farmers, green field farm at Rig dam in Lagdera and Maalimin farmers. Climate resilience has significantly improved due to these achievements, with enhanced water security and agricultural productivity reducing vulnerability to climate-related shocks. The development of water infrastructure, particularly the rehabilitation and solarization of boreholes and irrigation schemes, has strengthened the capacity of communities to withstand droughts and erratic rainfall patterns. The increase in water storage capacity through the construction of water pans and irrigation schemes has ensured a more reliable water supply for both domestic and agricultural use, further bolstering the resilience of livelihoods in Garissa County. Table: Water Sector Programme Performance Programme Name: Water resource development Objective: Drilling and equipping of borehole, construction of mega pans, construction, and desilting of new water pans Outcome: Access to water Sub Programme Key Outputs Key performance indicators Targets Remarks* Planned Achieved Drilling and equipping of borehole, installation of solar energy Access to water No of boreholes drilled, equipped and solarized 100 15 Construction of new water pans Increase storage capacity No. of water pans constructed 30 0 Desilting, expansion, and protection of water storage pans Increase storage capacity No. of water pans desilted/expanded 60 5 Rehabilitation and protection of riparian lands and degraded areas. Reduced flooding and preventing urban run-off from storming the river No. of rehabilitation and protection done 7 0 Programme Name: Environment, Climate Change &Natural Resource Management Objective: To Facilitate sustainable environmental Management, Utilization, and Conservation of natural resources Outcome: Enhanced management and Conservation of Environment and Natural Resources Sub Programme Key Outputs Key performance indicators Targets Remarks* Planned Achieved Climate change County climate change institutional capacity strengthened 2% of the annual county development fund disbursed 1 (80,000,000) 1 The County has transferred the 2% as directed by the Garissa County Climate Change Fund Act 2018 to SPA No. of County Climate Change Steering Committee (CCCSC) conducted 4 4 No. of County Climate Change Technical Planning Committee (CCCTPC) conducted 4 4 No. of ward climate change planning (WCCPC) committee conducted 120 120 County-wide climate risk assessment undertaken No. of climate risk assessment undertaken 30 30 No. of ward-based climate change action plan developed 30 30 The county climate change information service plan was reviewed and updated No. of CIS reviewed & updated 1 0 No. of climate change information dissemination undertaken 4 0 Community lead climate- resilient investments supported No. of community lead climate- resilient investment supported (Environment, water, agriculture) 10 12 The county was able to secure more funds against the initial planned cost of 125M, hence the addition of the 2 extra projects Programme Name: Irrigation Infrastructure development Objective: To increase area of land under irrigation Outcome: : Improved livelihoods through irrigation facilities development Sub Programme Key Outputs Key performance indicators Targets Remarks* County irrigation policy Irrigation policy developed One policy in place 1 1 Draft Irrigation policy in place Irrigation schemes development feasibility and design performed Feasibility & design reports in place 10 12 New pump- fed Irrigation schemes Irrigation infrastructure developed Irrigation infrastructure constructed 12 12 Capacity building of farmers through formation, registration & training of IWUAs Farmers get better skills from the training. No. of farmers capacity built. & no. of IWUAs formed. 300 300 Table: Status of Capital Projects Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds Qone- Modogas he Pipeline To establish sustainable water supply system Access to water for Modogash e residents - extension of 58km pipeline extension - constructio n of 2No. booster stations Currently the project is 58% complete 457,911,32 0.034 268,899,71 5.00 CGG Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds with full infrastructu re - Installation of electro- mechanical equipment - Erection of 200m³ elevated steel tank Proposed development of irrigation scheme in Wathajir B farm in Nanighi Ward The overall objective of the proposed irrigation scheme in Wathajir B farm is to reduce the community's vulnerability to climate shocks by ensuring a reliable water supply and promoting sustainable agriculture. Enhanced community resilience to recurrent climate shocks & improved food security through reliable water supply and sustainable agricultural practices.  Supply and installation of solar-powered irrigation pump set  Construction of closed conduits pipeline for irrigation  Construction of flood-proofed pump house  Construction division boxes  Construction of sluice valve  Establishment of mini-apiary unit  Riverbank protection using bamboo  Supply of assorted early maturity & drought tolerant seeds & seedlings Establishment of fodder by supplying high-yielding grass seeds & harvesting accessories The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done 16,000,000 15,860,313 FLLoCA - CCRIG & CCCF Proposed development of irrigation scheme in the The overall objective of the proposed Enhanced community resilience to recurrent  Supply and installation of solar powered irrigation pump set  Construction of closed conduits The project is yet to start, but the 16,000,000 15,860,313 FLLoCA - CCRIG & CCCF Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds First farm in Galbet Ward. irrigation scheme in First farm is to reduce the community's vulnerability to climate shocks by ensuring a reliable water supply and promoting sustainable agriculture. climate shocks & improved food security through reliable water supply and sustainable agricultural practices. pipeline for irrigation  Construction of flood-proofed pump house  Construction division boxes  Construction of sluice valve  Establishment of mini-apiary unit  Riverbank protection using bamboo  Supply of assorted early maturity & drought tolerant seeds & seedlings Establishment of fodder by supplying high- yielding grass seeds & harvesting accessories following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done Proposed development of irrigation scheme in Lehalay farm in Sankuri Ward The overall objective of the proposed irrigation scheme in Lehalay farm is to reduce the community's vulnerability to climate shocks by ensuring a reliable water supply and promoting sustainable agriculture. Enhanced community resilience to recurrent climate shocks & improved food security through reliable water supply and sustainable agricultural practices.  Supply and installation of solar power irrigation pump set  Construction of closed conduits pipeline for irrigation  Construction of flood-proofed pump house  Construction division boxes  Construction of sluice valve  Establishment of mini-apiary unit  Riverbank protection using bamboo  Supply of assorted early maturity & drought tolerant seeds & seedlings  Establishment of fodder by The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & 16,000,000 15,860,313 FLLoCA - CCRIG & CCCF Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds supplying high- yielding grass seeds & harvesting accessories design done B.O.Q for the project is done Proposed development of irrigation scheme in Badaa farm, Saka Ward. The overall objective of the proposed irrigation scheme in Badaa farm is to reduce the community's vulnerability to climate shocks by ensuring a reliable water supply and promoting sustainable agriculture. Enhanced community resilience to recurrent climate shocks & improved food security through reliable water supply and sustainable agricultural practices.  Supply and installation of solar power irrigation pump set  Construction of closed conduits pipeline for irrigation  Construction of flood-proofed pump house  Construction division boxes  Construction of sluice valve  Establishment of mini-apiary unit  Riverbank protection using bamboo  Supply of assorted early maturity & drought tolerant seeds & seedlings  Establishment of fodder by supplying high- yielding grass seeds & harvesting accessories The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done 16,000,000 15,860,313 FLLoCA - CCRIG & CCCF Proposed Excavation of 50,000M3 multi- purpose water pan in Maalimin village, Maaalimn Ward. The proposed 50,000m³ multi- purpose water pan in Maalimin village aims to reduce community vulnerability Reduced community vulnerability to droughts and other climate- related hazards.  Excavation of 50,000M3 pan with 5m deep  Construction of silt trap, collection channel, and spillway  Fencing of the water pan  Solarization and equipping of the pan  Construction of the elevated 10m The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydrol ogical 26,360,952 FLLoCA - CCRIG & CCCF Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds to climate shocks by providing a reliable water source for domestic use, livestock, and irrigation. tower that can hold 20,000 liters  Construction of water kiosks and troughs  Establishment of mini-apiary unit report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done Proposed Excavation of 50,000M3 multi- purpose water pan in Dacarow village, Sangailu Ward. The proposed 50,000m³ multi- purpose water pan in Dacarow village aims to reduce community vulnerability to climate shocks by providing a reliable water source for domestic use, livestock, and irrigation. Reduced community vulnerability to droughts and other climate- related hazards.  Excavation of 50,000M3 pan with 5m deep  Construction of silt trap, collection channel, and spillway  Fencing of the water pan  Solarization and equipping of the pan  Construction of the elevated 10m tower that can hold 20,000 liters  Construction of water kiosks and troughs  Establishment of mini-apiary unit The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done 26,360,952 FLLoCA - CCRIG & CCCF Proposed Excavation of 50,000M3 The proposed 50,000m³ Reduced community vulnerability  Excavation of 50,000M3 pan with 5m deep The project is yet to start, but 26,360,952 26,360,952 FLLoCA - Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds multi- purpose water pan in Gerile village, Ijara Ward. multi- purpose water pan in Gerile village aims to reduce community vulnerability to climate shocks by providing a reliable water source for domestic use, livestock, and irrigation. to droughts and other climate- related hazards.  Construction of silt trap, collection channel, and spillway  Fencing of the water pan  Solarization and equipping of the pan  Construction of the elevated 10m tower that can hold 20,000 liters  Construction of water kiosks and troughs  Establishment of mini-apiary unit the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done CCRIG & CCCF Proposed environmenta l restoration of degraded sites in Gurufa village, Sabena Ward The objective is to restore 10 hectares of degraded land in Gurufa village to improve soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity. 10 hectares of degraded land were restored, enhancing soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity.  Drilling and equipping of high- yielding borehole  Solarization of the borehole  Fencing of 10Ha of degraded sites  Purchase & supply of assorted seeds & seedlings  Establishment of mini-apiary unit The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydro geologi cal report done  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done 18,042,000 18,042,000 FLLoCA -CCRIG & CCCF Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done Proposed environmenta l restoration of degraded sites in Boransis village, Dertu ward The objective is to restore 10 hectares of degraded land in boransis village to improve soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity. 10 hectares of degraded land restored, enhancing soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity.  Drilling and equipping of high- yielding borehole  Solarization of the borehole  Construction of 20m3 elevated tower  Fencing of 10Ha of degraded sites  Purchase & supply of assorted seeds & seedlings  Establishment of mini-apiary unit The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydro geologi cal report done  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done 18,042,000 18,042,000 FLLoCA -CCRIG & CCCF Proposed environmenta l restoration The objective is to restore 10 hectares of degraded land  Drilling and equipping of high- yielding borehole The project is yet to start, but 21,042,000 21,042,000 FLLoCA -CCRIG & CCCF Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) 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Sourc e of funds of degraded sites in Dadaab village, Dadaab Ward 10 hectares of degraded land in Dadaab village to improve soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity. restored, enhancing soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity.  Solarization of the borehole  Construction of 100M3 elevated steel tower  Construction of 2000m main pipeline  Fencing of 10Ha of degraded sites  Purchase & supply of assorted seeds & seedlings  Establishment of mini-apiary unit the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydro geologi cal report done  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done Proposed environmenta l restoration of degraded sites in Boji yarey village, Labasigale ward The objective is to restore 10 hectares of degraded land in Boji Yarey village to improve soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity. 10 hectares of degraded land in Boji Yarey village restored, enhancing soil health, vegetation cover, and local biodiversity.  Drilling and equipping of high- yielding borehole  Solarization of the borehole  Construction of 20M3 tower elevated tower  Construction of 2000m pipeline for irrigation  Fencing of 10Ha of degraded sites  Purchase & supply of assorted seeds & seedlings  Establishment of mini-apiary unit The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydro geologi cal report done  Hydrol ogical 18,042,000 18,042,000 FLLoCA -CCRIG & CCCF Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) 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Sourc e of funds report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done B.O.Q for the project is done Proposed construction of modern tree nursery in Garissa township The objective of the proposed construction of a modern tree nursery in Garissa Township is to enhance climate resilience by producing and distributing 1,000,000 assorted trees annually to support reforestation efforts, improve local biodiversity, and combat Established a modern tree nursery in Garissa Township, which can produce and distribute 1,000,000 assorted trees annually to support reforestatio n, improve biodiversity, and enhance climate resilience.  Construction of nursery structure  Construction of potting shade  Construction nursery store  Construction of double door latrine  Construction of an elevated tower that can hold 20,000 litters  Supply assorted seeds & nursery tools The project is yet to start, but the following preliminary studies have been done:  Hydro geologi cal report done  Hydrol ogical report done  ESIA report done  Soil sample test done  Survey & design done 9,000,000 9,000,000 FLLoCA -CCRIG & CCCF Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds the effects of climate change. B.O.Q for the project is done Damaga Irrigation scheme Increasing area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, laying of 1 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, construction of 8 No. stilling basins, 30 No. division boxes. Completed 8M 7.5M Mercy Corps Adan Ellay water pan Increase area under irrigation Increasing water harvesting and storage, as well as area under irrigation increased. Construct water pan 20,000 M3 , Laying of drip irrigation infrastructure, over- head water tanks and supply of 5 HP solar pump sets. Completed 6M 6M WFP Nadir Irrigation scheme Increase area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, Solarisation of pumping unit, laying of 1 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, construction of 8 No. stilling basins, 30 No. division boxes. Completed 17M 16M wfp Ebby farm Increase area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, Solarisation of pumping unit, laying of 1 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, construction of 8 No. stilling basins, 30 No. division boxes. Completed 7M 7M ELRP Al-Rahma farm Increase area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, Solarisation of pumping unit, laying of 1 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, construction of 8 No. stilling basins, 30 No. division boxes. Completed 10 M 10 M ELRP Wathajir farm Increase area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, Solarisation of pumping unit, laying of 1 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, construction of 8 No. stilling basins, 30 No. division boxes. Completed 7M 7M ELRP Project Name & Location Objectiv e/ Purpose Output Description of Key activities Status (Include the milesto nes) Estimated Cost (Ksh.) Actual Cumulati ve Cost (Ksh.) Sourc e of funds Qalankalay- Towhid farm Increase area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, Solarisation of pumping unit, laying of 2 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, construction of 8 No. stilling basins, 30 No. division boxes. Completed 21 M 21M KCSAP Maalimin water pan Increase area under irrigation Increasing water harvesting and storage, as well as area under irrigation increased. Construct water pan 20,000 M3 , Laying of drip irrigation infrastructure, over- head water tanks and supply of 5 HP solar pump sets. Completed 15M 15M KCSAP Holwadag Irrigation scheme Increase area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, Solarisation of pumping unit, laying of 2.5 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, Completed 10 M 10 M UNDP AL-Falah Irrigation Scheme Increase area under irrigation Irrigation infrastructur e developmen t Construction of pump house, Solarisation of pumping unit, laying of 1 km pipeline PVc 6’ class C, construction of 8 No. stilling basins, 30 No. division boxes. Completed 10 M 10 M UNDP Payments of Grants, Benefits and Subsidies Type of payment (e.g. Education bursary, biashara fund etc.) Budgeted Amount (Ksh.) Actual Amount paid (Ksh.) Beneficiary Remarks* Water and Sanitation Development Project 414,119,653.00 249,741,492.12 County Climate Change Fund 80,000,000 0 Estimated 12 wards in Garissa County Funds were transferred late from the CRF account to the SPA account in CBK; hence, the proposed projects were not implemented as envisaged. 2.1.4 : Agriculture, Livestock and Pastoral Economy Livestock and Pastoral Economy Despite facing significant challenges, including limited funding and various operational hurdles, the livestock and pastoral economy sector achieved notable milestones during the FY23-24. Key accomplishments include the development and tabling of two critical livestock bills—one focused on livestock marketing and the other on rangeland management—before the county assembly. These legislative initiatives are expected to bring much-needed regulatory frameworks to enhance market efficiency and sustainable rangeland utilization. Additionally, a comprehensive beekeeping strategy was formulated to support and expand the apiculture industry within the county, promoting diversified income sources for local communities. The veterinary services division made significant strides in disease control and livestock health management. Quarterly active surveillance was conducted, resulting in the vaccination and treatment of over 1.1 million livestock. This figure represents a 33% increase compared to the previous year's coverage, demonstrating substantial progress in controlling disease transmission and reducing the proliferation of disease vectors. The department successfully mobilized resources from development partners to upgrade the Hagardera slaughterhouse and construct the Dagahley livestock market. Feasibility studies for these projects have been completed, and they are now poised for the tendering process for construction. These infrastructure improvements are expected to enhance market operations and ensure better handling and processing of livestock products hence improving the community resilience towards the vagaries of climate change. Crop Production During the year 2023-2024 the directorate recorded some achievements in provision of services geared towards spurring the transformation and growth in the sector. The focus of extension services delivery was on value chain approaches in strengthening of performance of key crop enterprises. Focus was also in strengthening resilience of livelihoods through implementation of irrigation infrastructure improvement support projects, seeds & pesticides support, and opening up of farm access roads to enhance market access for crop farmers. The directorate through the Agricultural Machinery Services (AMS) continued to offer land development services at subsidized rates to increase the land under crop production Several farmer training sessions were conducted with under support of Emergency Locust Response Project (ELRP), World Food Programme (WFP), Sustainable Food Systems Programme (SFSP) and in collaboration with partners (Islamic Relief Kenya, STAWI-DAI, Care - Kenya RAPID+, Save the Children, among others). Implementation of the ELRP aim is to rehabilitate and restore livelihoods that were damaged by the locust invasion in Kenya in 2019-2021, focusing on 10 wards of the County. Implementation of irrigation infrastructure projects included rehabilitation of smallholder schemes to enhance the transformation from use of fossil-fuel driven to solar-powered pumping units, and the upgrading of water conveyance systems from open earth canals to use of closed conduits (PvC pipes) as well as capacity strengthening the Irrigation Water Users Associations (IWUAs) and producer groups. Projects and Partners involved in these projects included ELRP, WFP, and UNDP through NDMA. These activities were implemented in five smallholder schemes. (Nadhir farm in Nanighi; Al Rahma Farm, Al Falah farm in Iftin; Holwadag farm in Galbet; and Wathajir farm in Sankuri wards). Similar activities under Financing locally led climate change actions (FLloCCA) were initiated for four schemes (Wathajir ‘B’farm in Nanighi, First Farm in Galbet; Leheley farm in Sankuri; and Badha farm in Saka wards. This work was expected to be completed in 2024/2025 FY. The County Government of Garissa and the World Food Programme entered a partnership programme through signing of a MoU in December 2023. This programme is to be implemented through ‘Climate Resilient Food System” Hubs, which provides a framework for sequencing, integrating and layering of livelihoods improvement and resilience activities with all relevant actors within a defined geographical area, to enhance the impact of the partner’s-led interventions. Six Hubs were identified, and community based participatory processes carried out leading to development of community action plans as well as hub integrated value chain action plans. Targeting and registration of the programme Hub beneficiaries as well as carrying out of baselines was done. The sub sector participated in the formulation of the County Irrigation Policy, and the County Youth in Agribusiness Strategy supported by the World Food Programme, as well participation in the County GIS establishment, a system to enhance planning and monitoring of sector programmes. The various interventions in crop production have significantly improved community resilience, particularly by enhancing food security and reducing vulnerability to climate-related shocks. The transition to solar-powered irrigation, along with the rehabilitation of irrigation infrastructure and the provision of agricultural inputs, has enabled farmers to sustain crop production even under adverse climatic conditions. The establishment of Climate Resilient Food System Hubs has further empowered communities to implement sustainable agricultural practices, ensuring a stable food supply and fostering long-term resilience against future climate challenges. Cooperative Sub Sector With support from partners (ELRP, LMS, Mercy corps) The department managed to capacity build staffs on Co-operative management, mapped and trained 20 co-operative societies’ members on management, record keeping and Business plan. Through LMS, the sector supported 26 societies with Grants and office equipment. With the existing co-operative legal framework, the department enforced five societies to comply the societies enforcement act through guidance, induction and validation processes. For improved accountability, efficient resource utilization and good governance the department has sensitized the importance for co-operative societies to audit their books of accounts Sector Programme Performance Table: Programme Performance LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT Programme Name: Administration & Support Services (Livestock Development) Objective: Improved staff welfare, enhanced technical & support capacity, improved office coordination and enhanced stakeholder coordination Outcome: Enhanced service delivery Sub Programme Key Output Key Performance Indicators Targets Remarks Planned Achieve d Governance, Administratio n and Support Services Enhanced sector development functions through development of policies, bills, regulations, strategies and plans No. of livestock bills enacted bill 1 0 Two bills - Rangeland management and Livestock marketing bills have been tabled with the County assembly Livestock Sector plan 2022-2032 developed 1 0 No funding was available to develop the sector plan County Livestock and pastoralism 1 0 No funding was available to develop the strategy development strategy developed County beekeeping strategy developed and implemented 1 1 The strategy was developed from LMS support Enhanced communication, coordination, and collaboration within the sector - through the CASSCOM No. of CASSCOM quart