Joy as Imenti Central groups receive Kshs 6.9 million from Uwezo fund

Imenti Central Member of Parliament Moses Kirima has disbursed Kshs 6.9 million Uwezo Fund to over 80 local groups comprising youth and women in a bid to promote self-reliance and small-scale entrepreneurship.

Speaking after disbursing cheques to groups, the law maker emphasized that the money is interest-free and meant for development-focused groups.

Kirima also noted that women have been the primary applicants and beneficiaries of the fund.

“I want to see our young people coming out and take advantage of these funds. There’s no reason to stay idle and jobless when you have access to such support from the government use it to start a business and become self-reliant,” he urged.

MP Kirima reiterated that the Uwezo Fund is a government-backed initiative aimed at empowering unemployed kenyans to venture into small businesses and improve their economic status.

He noted with concern that many young people, despite being the majority among the unemployed, are still hesitant to apply for the funds.

The legislator also spoke on the current political climate in Meru County, expressing confidence in the new county leadership under new Governor Isaac Mutuma.

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He revealed plans to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the governor, describing him as cooperative and more approachable compared to former governor Kawira Mwangaza.

“We’ve wasted two years under the previous leadership of governor Kawira distributing gumboots and blankets, which is not development. Now we can focus on real projects,” Kirima said, calling on residents to support the new administration.

Kirima further urged Governor Mutuma to empower Members of County Assembly (MCAs) by reinstating ward development funds, allowing them to complete stalled projects.

He cited past political tensions between the MCAs and the former governor as a setback to development in the county.

The MP lauded President Ruto for supporting grassroots development through initiatives like the Uwezo Fund, which he believes will significantly improve livelihoods across the country.

By John Majau.

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