Deputy president to flag over food donations worth Ks10M under the Uasin Gishu “Save a Life” initiative
Uasin Gishu Governor (C) received part of food donations from the Business Community/Photo James Gitaka
By Peter Chepkong’a
Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim, Tuesday, led the county business community and farmers in a food,cash, and kind donation exercise to support hunger stricken residents of Turkana County.
” I am deeply touched by this drive out of compassionate Members of Wareng’ Power House ( a social media forum) who came together to extend their hands and hearts to their fellow countrymen in distress ” Governor Bii said.
While thanking the Eldoret business community who also joined in the donation drive, the county boss promised to ensure security of their premises in the wake of recent riots in Eldoret town. He said his administration is working with security agencies to pursue perpetrators and provide lasting solutions.
KNCCI Uasin Gishu Chair Willy Kenei(l) and Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii inspecting some of the donations /Photo James Gitaka
Speaking on behalf of the business community Willy Kenei North Rift Chair of Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry said his membership will continue working with Bii’s administration in development programs.
Kenei also pointed out that Bii’s administration is determined to earn Eldoret’s City status ; a move that will create more business opportunities for existing and new entrepreneurs.
Approximately Kshs 10 Million worth of Maize, maize flour, beans, rice, cooking oil, Sugar, food supplements and assorted clothes was realized.
Governor Bii was accompanied by County Executives Dr Abraham Serem ( Environment), Elijah Kosgei ( Public Service Management ) and Edward Sawe ( Agriculture).
The business community was represented by Eldoret Hindu Council, Buffalo Millers, New Yako Supermarkets, Reale Group of Hospitals, Eldobase Pharmaceuticals amongst others.
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