Bumula Mirror

Bumula Member of Parliament Hon. Mwambu Mabongah opened the second project built in his 8 month stint as the legislator,a trend that puts him on a pedestal to greater achievements. The event that comes barely two weeks after opening the first complete project was held at Masielo Primary school exuded the recommended workmanship that the lawmaker has been championing under his 'Raising the Standards' clarion call. Speaking at the colourful event, Hon. Mwambu assured residents of his resolve to implement development projects saying,it is during his reign that he wants to see Bumula go up the development ladder. "This project is the second one completed under my leadership. I intent to have many more projects completed and opened. My target is to transform the face of Bumula by implementing my agenda to the latter,said Mabongah. " We have housing,bodaboda empowerment, bursaries and CDF projects running. As this ones take root,we'll have agribusiness projects a...

Bumula Member of Parliament Hon. Mwambu Mabongah has been monitoring and evaluating the progress of CDF funded projects in his constituency even as he quests to get value for money for his constituents. Today,the first time legislator visited Mundaa Primary School in Khasoko ward, Wacholi Primary School in West Bukusu ward and Napara ACK Primary School in Siboti ward checking the quality of workmanship being invested in the projects. His interaction with residents exuded positive feedback. The projects are part of his ambitious programme that seeks to rid Bumula of under-the-tree and mud walled classrooms. Bumula MP Hon. Mwambu Mabongah chats with a teacher as he inspects works on the CDF project in the background at Wacholi Primary School |COURTESY The state of Wacholi Primary School before the MP intervened |COURTESY

The Bumula MP Hon. Mwambu Mabongah today handed over 40 motorcycles to bodaboda operators from Kimaeti Sub county of Bumula Constituency in an ambitious empowerment programme that would see each motorcycle operator own their own bikes. Speaking at the ceremony, the legislator called on youth to take charge of their destiny and avoid bring used by unscrupulous politicians who don't want them to excel. "We have come a long way in seeking to make this dream a reality. It is quite unfortunate that some leaders incited bodaboda operators to share the money I personally raised with my friends, towards this course. I'm happy that it has come to fruition," Hon. Mwambu said. "To you young men. Do not follow leaders who invest in your problems. Do you think a leader who doesn't want you to get empowered holds any thought of your future? Beware! Do not be used to benefit a man who wants to kill your destiny," the MP added. The programme which was implemented i...

Bumula Member of Parliament Hon. Mwambu Mabongah opened the Mabusi Chief's office in Bumula Ward today. The project,fully funded by the NG-CDF, is among the first works to be completed under the current MP's tenure. Speaking at the colourful ceremony,Hon. Mwambu advised contractors to deliver good quality works within the shortest time possible,since his Rapid Response Initiative aimed at turning around fortunes in the constituency aims at finishing most projects within his first term. "To my friends seeking contracts in Bumula,check first your capacity. Are you able to do quality work? Can you meet the timelines set out in my development blueprint? Bumula needs a rapid response to issues. You must be ready to work with realistic timelines if you will do business with us," the MP said. Further the legislator urged for transparency in procurement of works and material with his emphasis on quality,unequivocally outstanding. Bumula MP Hon. Mwambu Mabongah c...

Beware,political bickering and incitement breeds underdevelopment. These were the words of Bumula MP Hon. Mwambu Mabongah when he fellowshipped at the Mayanja Catholic Church and Kimwanga Catholic Church. He challenged the congregants to embrace love and dialogue in the day to day activities and engagements so as to realize God's promise for the region. Speaking at the two churches,Hon. Mabongah further discouraged political bickering and theatrics that may deny the populace opportunities to grow. He highlighted an example of such opportunities as the Sub County hospital set to be put up at Kimwanga whose foundation stone laying ceremony earlier scheduled by the Deputy President William Ruto was called off due to incitement. "We are one people. We were born and raised in this region. God had a purpose for this coincidence. As humans;leaders and citizens,we have no option but to love each other and harness our potential and grow. In my development blueprint, I want every...

Bumula MP Hon. Mwambu Mabongah as urged parents of teenagers who are set to undergo circumcision in August to spend sparingly during the rites set to kick off on August 1. "It is our custom to have our young men involve in circumcision. Much as it is a rite of passage,the celebrations accompanying the rite should not be extravagant to the extend of forgetting the future. Spend sparingly. Remember,the goat you slaughter may save you when time to pay fees comes," the legislator opined. More Time to Studies . He also cautioned prospective initiates against spending too much time on the preparations for the cut instead dedicate more time to studies. "To prospective candidates: the excitement for the cut should not derail you from the realities of your future. Concentrate on books and assisting parents. The cut is a single day affair. Education and parents will guide your destiny," he advised. Mwambu was speaking today at Muanda in South Bukusu ward during the...