A new era of land management has dawned in Trans Nzoia County with the official launch of a Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Lab, aiming to boost service delivery and streamline processes.
This collaborative effort between the county government, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the European Union marks a significant step towards fulfilling Kenya’s Vision 2030 agenda.
Speaking at the launch ceremony, County Chief Executive Committee Member (CEC) for Lands, Janerose Mutama, highlighted the transformative power of the lab.
“This lab will be used for mapping, planning, spatial analysis, and management of county geospatial data,” she stated, emphasizing its potential to replace paper-based systems with efficient digital solutions.
The lab’s impact goes beyond mere efficiency.
Easy access to land documents
CECM Mutama envisions a future where accessing land documents becomes effortless.
“With just a click of a button, anyone can access their own land documentations,” she declared, painting a picture of a transparent and accessible land system.
The project is a testament to the power of collaboration.
FAO representative Peter Waliula and Council of Governors (COG) representative Evans Kipruto acknowledged the crucial role of partnerships in ensuring the success of such initiatives.
“FAO and the European Union are key stakeholders in this program that has brought us many beneficial projects,” Ms. Mutama added, highlighting the commitment of international partners to Kenya’s development goals.
The impact of the GIS Lab extends beyond land management itself.
FAO’s focus on food security finds fertile ground in this project.
“When there is proper land ownership, it ensures owners cultivate more food to feed the county and the country,” the CECM explained
She linked land ownership to achieving nutritional security, another key FAO mandate.
