The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy will support the installation of public Wi-Fi networks in Kisii region to enhance digital connectivity and enable youth to exploit opportunities in the digital economy space.
PS Stephen Isaboke said the Ministry will partner with Kisii County and work closely with Governor Simba Arati to implement the programme, aiming to foster innovation, competitiveness, and youth empowerment in the region.
He was speaking on Sunday, January 25 at Sameta, Bobasi Constituency, where he joined Kisii County ODM leadership in receiving Party Leader Dr. Oburu Oginga, emphasizing the importance of grassroots engagement and alignment with the government’s agenda.
PS Isaboke said he joined the forum to champion the government’s broad-based economic agenda, noting that while politics often brings leaders together, the government’s primary responsibility remains development anchored on delivery and measurable outcomes.
“Much of what brings us together today is shaped by politics. However, as a government, our primary responsibility must be development. Development is not rhetoric; it is delivery, and it must be measured in facts,” Isaboke said.
He highlighted President William Ruto’s upcoming visit to Kisii County on January 29, noting that the engagements are tied to concrete development commitments under the NYOTA youth empowerment programme.
“Nearly KSh 300 million will be disbursed to empower youth and support enterprise development,” he said.
PS Isaboke emphasized the importance of continuity in development, calling on leaders to prioritize implementation over political competition.
“Before we speak of political positions or numbers, we must stand firmly behind development so that government commitments translate into lasting impact for our people,” he added.
Deputy Secretary General who is also Women Representative, Busia County, Catherine Omanyo, said the party’s deliberations in Kisii were guided by its ten-point agenda, which embraces a broad-based approach to governance, democracy, and social justice.
“The agenda reflects ODM’s commitment to uniting Kenyans and building a democratic movement that places citizens at the centre of political and economic decision-making,” Omanyo said.
Also present at the meeting were Migori County Governor Ochillo Ayacko, ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga, Minority Leader at the National Assembly Junet Mohammed, Deputy Governor Kisii County Elijah Obebo, MP Nyaribari Chache Zaheer Jhanda, Nominated MP Irene Nyakerario Mayaka, among other distinguished guests.
