Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
Agriculture remains the backbone of Kirinyaga’s economy, contributing approximately 42% of our Gross County Product and supporting 87% of our population. Through Wezesha Kirinyaga, we have made significant progress in strengthening farmers and increasing production across key value chains.
🔹 Supported over 100,000 farming households and funded 804 farmer groups with KSh253.28 million.
🔹 Rice production increased from 65,000 to 210,000 metric tonnes annually, generating approximately KSh16 billion for farmers.
🔹 Coffee production grew from 28,000 to 49,100 metric tonnes, generating KSh7.48 billion in FY2025/26.
🔹 Dairy production per cow increased from 2.5 to approximately 8 litres daily, translating to 86 million litres annually.
🔹 Trained over 34,000 farmers on good agricultural practices in FY2025/26.
#WaiguruSOCA2026 #FinishingStrong #WiraWarie #KaziIongee
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Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
Access to quality healthcare has improved significantly across Kirinyaga, with investments in facilities, medical personnel and better health outcomes.
🔹 Recruited 230 healthcare workers over the last five years.
🔹 Deployed 1,222 Community Health Promoters.
🔹 Increased Kerugoya County Referral Hospital’s capacity from 220 to 450 beds.
🔹 Expanded the county’s health facilities from 58 to 72.
🔹 Achieved 76% household registration under SHA, ranking among the top four counties nationally.
🔹 Reduced maternal mortality from 88 to 49 deaths per 100,000 live births, below the national target of 70, and neonatal mortality from 26 to 11 deaths per 1,000 live births.
🔹 Increased skilled birth attendance to 92% and maintained immunisation coverage at 92%.
🔹 Achieved 99% HIV status awareness, with more than 99% of those diagnosed receiving antiretroviral treatment.
🔹 Ranked among the top five counties nationally in hypertension and diabetes screening and initiation of care.
🔹 Sustained malaria transmission at below 1%.
#WaiguruSOCA2026 #FinishingStrong #WiraWarie #KaziIongee
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Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
Kirinyaga’s economic growth is reflected in rising production, stronger revenue collection and improved household livelihoods.
🔹 Gross County Product grew by 66%, from KSh114.9B in 2017 to KSh190.79B in 2025.
🔹 Recorded 8.7% real economic growth in 2025, against the national rate of 6%.
🔹 Own-source revenue increased from KSh344.4M in FY2017/18 to KSh1.11B in FY2025/26.
🔹 Output per person rose from KSh162,666 to KSh282,454.
🔹 Agriculture grew by 20% between 2022 and 2025, reaching KSh75.8B.
🔹 Kirinyaga now ranks among the top counties contributing to the country’s GNP.
🔹 Poverty declined to 21%, with an estimated 52,000 households lifted out of poverty.
#WaiguruSOCA2026 #FinishingStrong #WiraWarie #KaziIongee
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@Kirinyagabunge
@County_20
Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
A great moment celebrating our veterans at the launch of the Military Veterans Association, Kirinyaga Chapter. Their service does not end with the uniform; their experience remains invaluable in mentorship, community development and nation-building. Asante for your service and sacrifice. #MilitaryVeteransKirinyagaChapter #HonouringOurHeroes
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Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
Delivered my final State of the County Address today, reflecting on nine years of service and the progress we have made together. Asante Kirinyaga.
🔹 Economy grew from KSh114.9B to KSh190.79B, with 8.7% real growth in 2025.
🔹 Expanded Kerugoya Referral Hospital from 220 to 450 beds and increased our health network to 72 facilities.
🔹 Household access to water increased from 48% to 74%, reaching 53,000 additional households.
🔹 Rice production rose to 210,000 metric tonnes annually, generating over KSh16B for farmers.
🔹 Coffee production rose to 49,100 metric tonnes, generating KSh7.48B in sales in FY2025/26.
🔹 Graded 7,616.5km and gravelled 2,730.5km of roads.
🔹 Own-source revenue grew from KSh344.4M to KSh1.11B.
🔹 Reduced poverty to 21%, with an estimated 52,000 households lifted out of poverty. #WaiguruSoca2026 #FinishingStrong #WiraWarie #KaziIongee
@WilliamsRuto
@Kirinyagabunge
@County_20
Nine years of transformative leadership have reshaped Kirinyaga County. Delivering her final State of the County Address, Governor Anne Waiguru reflected on the milestones achieved since 2017 and reaffirmed her commitment. #WaiguruSoca2026 #FinishingStrong #WiraWarie #KaziIongee
Governor @AnneWaiguru is set to commission the new Kianyaga Level Four Hospital complex before the end of the year, with the equipping of the modern facility already underway. A major milestone for healthcare in Kirinyaga! #KirinyagaRising #Wirawarie #KaziIongee
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Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
United in purpose. Asanteni sana Gichugu leaders. #Steadfast #WiraWarie #UsawaNiSawa #KaziIongee
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@Gitari_Mp
@Kirinyagabunge
Latest opinion poll by SwissPoll International places President William Ruto at the top of the presidential race with 40.2%, followed by Kalonzo Musyoka at 19.7% and Edwin Sifuna at 17.6%. #KaziIendelee #WiraWarie
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Governor Anne Waiguru has cautioned that Mt Kenya could experience lower voter turnout in 2027 if the region lacks a formidable presidential candidate. She urged residents to consider the region’s long-term interests and avoid being swayed by emotions. #KaziIendelee #WiraWarie
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Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
No more endless treks to dry riverbeds. For the 2,000 residents of Kabaru Ward, the Warazo Jet Water Irrigation Project will bring reliable water closer to homes and farms, with a new motorcycle to support its maintenance. Heartfelt thanks to my friend, Nyeri Woman @HonMukami, for hosting us and championing this transformative initiative. #KaziIongee #UsawaNiSawa
@WilliamsRuto
@Gitari_Mp
@Kirinyagabunge
Anne Waiguru emerges as the preferred running mate for President William Ruto in 2027, according to an IRS Poll released on October 23, 2026.
Waiguru leads with 44.6%, ahead of Gladys Wanga at 18.5%.
#IRS Polls
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Kirinyaga Central MP Gachoki Gitari praised Governor @AnneWaiguru’s development record and leadership during a women empowerment forum in Bahati, urging women to support one another in pursuing senior national leadership positions. #KirinyagaRising #WiraWarie #KaziIongee
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Bahati MP Irene Njoki has called on residents to support Governor @AnneWaiguru’s Deputy President bid, arguing that women’s representation at the highest levels of government is important in advancing women’s issues. #WiraWarie #KaziIongee
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Pio Gama Pundo retweeted
This day reminds us that nation-building is not the work of a few, but a responsibility we all share. We honour all those who have contributed to make Kenya a better place. Happy Mashujaa Day. #MashujaaDay
@WilliamsRuto
@Kirinyagabunge
@County_20
Governor Waiguru says she is ready to serve at the highest levels of national leadership, including as Deputy President, after completing her development agenda in Kirinyaga. She also praised Jane Kagiri’s community empowerment efforts,
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Igwamiti Welfare Groups are taking a bold step towards community empowerment through the 3Es: Education (Elimu), Economic Empowerment (Mapato) and Equity (Usawa). Join us as we strengthen communities and create opportunities for all.
#ItsLaikipiasTime #KaziIongee #Laikipia
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The 3Es — Elimu, Mapato and Usawa — are at the heart of the Igwamiti Welfare Groups Empowerment initiative. Through education, economic opportunities and equity, we can build stronger, more inclusive communities across Laikipia.
#ItsLaikipiasTime #KaziIongee #Laikipia
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