Residents of Mwea no longer have to travel to Kerugoya or Embu to access some government services following the commissioning of a new Huduma Centre in Ngurubani. The facility is Kenya's 61st Huduma Centre and the second in Kirinyaga County after the one in Kerugoya. This development brings essential services closer to residents in Mwea, saving them time and money.
The new Huduma Centre was commissioned by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during a visit to Mwea on Friday. Kindiki emphasized that government services must be accessible to the people, and the establishment of the Mwea Huduma Centre achieves this goal. The centre offers various services, including applications and replacement of identity documents, birth and death certificates, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) services, and pension inquiries.
The Mwea Huduma Centre has been operational since July and also houses a Jitume Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Hub. This hub provides young people with digital skills training and opportunities in content creation, web design, transcription, and freelance work. Mwea MP Mary Maingi, who championed the establishment of the centre, noted that residents had previously had to travel outside the constituency to access services that could be provided locally.
MP Maingi expressed her satisfaction with the new development, stating that it will save residents time and money while making government services more accessible. The centre's establishment is a result of efforts to decentralize government services and bring them closer to the people. This move is expected to improve the overall quality of life for Mwea residents.
The Huduma Centre is a key initiative of the Kenyan government's effort to provide efficient and accessible services to citizens. With 61 centres across the country, the government aims to reduce the distance and time people travel to access essential services. The Mwea Huduma Centre is a significant addition to this network, serving the residents of Mwea and surrounding areas.
Deputy President Kindiki's visit to Mwea and the commissioning of the Huduma Centre demonstrate the government's commitment to improving service delivery and accessibility. The centre's impact will be closely monitored, and its success could inform the establishment of similar facilities in other parts of the country.
The establishment of the Mwea Huduma Centre is a positive development for the residents of Mwea, and its success will depend on effective management and maintenance. The centre's services and ICT hub are expected to contribute to the local economy and improve the overall well-being of the community.
Key points
- The new Huduma Centre in Ngurubani, Mwea, is Kenya's 61st Huduma Centre and offers various government services, including identity document applications and KRA services.
