Sidindi Residents Prioritize Development Projects During CFSP 2027/2028 Public Participation
By Brenda Holo
Residents of Sidindi Ward in Ugunja Sub-county have proposed a range of development projects across key sectors during the County Fiscal Strategy Paper (CFSP) 2027/2028 public participation forum held at Sikalame Chief’s camp.
The forum brought together residents, community leaders, county officials and stakeholders to deliberate on development priorities that should be considered in the county budget planning process. Sidindi Ward Administrator John Oduge guided the participants through projects implemented in the previous financial years and highlighted proposed projects for the 2027/2028 financial year.
During the discussions, residents identified priority projects across the ward’s sub-locations. In Rowe Sub-location, residents proposed the opening, grading, murraming and culverting of the Wangoto Junction-Nyangera Church road. They also requested the installation of solar power and a water tank at the Rowe ACK Community Water Project.
In Yiro West Sub-location, residents proposed the opening, grading and murraming of the Kaluka-Arara road, alongside the provision of farm inputs to boost agricultural production.
Residents of Simenya Sub-location prioritized the construction of a market shed under the trade sector to improve business activities and provide a conducive environment for traders.
In Uhuyi Sub-location, participants called for the construction of a maternity wing at Uhuyi Dispensary to improve maternal healthcare services. They also proposed the installation of floodlights at Muleefumba Church under the trade sector.
Rangala Sub-location residents prioritized the drilling of a borehole at Kowino-Oware to improve access to clean water. They further requested the provision of farm inputs to support local farmers.
In Yiro East Sub-location, residents proposed the installation of a box culvert at Lolwe Kaky to improve road connectivity and ease movement, during rainy seasons.
As the meeting concluded, residents also raised concerns regarding the implementation and sustainability of development projects undertaken in previous financial years. Participants cited delays and non-completion of several projects across the ward, urging county departments to enhance project monitoring and timely implementation.
Residents called for continued distribution of fertilizer and certified seeds to farmers and requested that fish feed support programmes be extended to fish farmers with ponds located away from beach areas.
Concerns were also raised over the durability of solar panels installed in Yiro West, with residents noting that some are damaged within a short period after installation. Participants sought clarification on whether the ongoing school feeding programme would be sustained in the long term or phased out before achieving its intended impact.
The forum further emphasized the need for stronger integrity and accountability in project monitoring and evaluation, with residents urging follow-up on projects to ensure they are completed according to plan.
Other issues raised included the urgent need for repairs to Nyiera Bridge and the extension of the Okwako Water Project to serve more households.
