US and Kisii County Collaborate to Revamp Various Sectors

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The U.S. government is teaming up with Kisii County to revitalize the agricultural sector and mining industry, aiming to enhance food security and create job opportunities.

U.S. Ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman, is on a two-day fact-finding mission to explore initiatives like biodegradable banana fiber sanitary pads from Eco-Bana, agricultural produce value addition (including bananas and avocados), soapstone mining, and sunflower farming.

At the county headquarters, Ambassador Whitman highlighted that the U.S. has invested $80 million in various sectors in the region.


During her visit, she will tour the Eco-Bana factory, KTRH, and soapstone mining industries in Tabaka, South Mugirango.

Kisii Governor Simba Arati expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, emphasizing the potential to boost agriculture, including coffee, tea, and avocados.

The collaboration aligns with the Kenya Kwanza government’s Economic Transformation Agenda, focusing on enhancing Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), food security, and healthcare.

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