Kisumu: Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming the county through strategic international partnerships aimed at driving socio-economic and infrastructural growth.

According to Kenya News Agency, the governor spoke on Monday during a meeting with a high-level delegation from Yiyang City in Hunan Province, China. Prof. Nyong’o emphasized that the visit marked a significant step toward establishing long-term collaboration in sectors crucial for the sustainable urban development of Kisumu.

‘The delegation presents a prime potential partner in urban development, waste and sewerage treatment, affordable housing, and security surveillance projects,’ stated the governor. He further remarked on Kisumu’s ongoing goal to attract impactful investments that would directly benefit its residents.

The visiting delegation, led by Tian Yinjie, Deputy Director at Yiyang’s Municipal Bureau of Commerce, included senior government officials and business leaders from Yiyang’s municipal administration and state-owned enterprises. Their primary mission was to explore opportunities for cooperation with the county government, especially in the areas of affordable housing, waste and sewage management, and urban safety systems.

Discussions during the meeting focused on sharing technical expertise, adopting innovative waste management solutions, and developing affordable housing models for current projects like Anderson and Makaembo. Prof. Nyong’o highlighted the success of similar partnerships, such as the KEDA Ceramics International factory in Miwani, which had resulted in the creation of hundreds of jobs and opened up new avenues for trade and enterprise.

‘This visit lays a strong foundation for knowledge exchange and long-term investment in Kisumu’s growth agenda,’ he added.

The meeting was attended by key figures including the governor’s spouse, Dorothy Nyong’o, County Secretary Hesbon Hongo, County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) George Okong’o (Finance), Judith Oluoch (Water and Environment), Dr. Charles Konyango (Lands and Urban Development), City Manager Abala Wanga, and County Attorney Otieno Aluoka.