It has been a journey, a gratifying experience together with the great people of Vihiga County, full of challenges. We are optimistic of Socio-Economic Transformation of Vihiga County. Download my 2022-2027 Manifesto from ottichilo.co.ke/manifesto #ottichilotanotena #Kazi_iendelee

As the FLLoCA Programme enters its final phase, Counties are positioning themselves to sustain and scale locally-led climate action beyond 2026. Today, the Council of Governors, in partnership with the FLLoCA Programme @climate_ke, convened County Executive Committee Members responsible for Environment, Climate Change, Water and Natural Resources Management to deliberate on the future of climate financing, carbon markets, environmental governance, and preparedness for emerging climate risks. "Counties must comprehensively document their achievements, lessons learned, best practices and implementation gaps under FLLoCA. These insights will be critical in shaping Phase II of the programme and strengthening county readiness to access future climate financing opportunities," said H.E. Dr. @Gov_Ottichilo Chairperson of the CoG Environment and Climate Change Committee. There is a clear shared commitment among Counties to strengthen evidence-based planning through GIS Labs and the CoG Open Data Portal, develop bankable climate projects to unlock financing opportunities, enhance county capacity on carbon markets, advance the national tree-growing agenda, and bolster preparedness for anticipated climate shocks. These actions will help position counties to attract greater climate investments and build resilient communities across the country.

PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY EBOLA VIRUS DISEASE (EVD) @HealthVihiga informs the public about Bundibugyo Ebola Virus Disease currently in Republic of Congo & Uganda. This advisory outlines key info on the disease, how it spreads & measures the public should take to prevent infection.

The Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo & Conference 2026 is underway in Nairobi as delegates, industry leaders, policymakers, investors, regulators, innovators, and global partners gather to kick off plenary discussions on Human-Centered Data: Moving Beyond Numbers to Real Impact, How Inclusive Data Can Drive a More Equitable Future, and Unlocking Investments in the Data Ecosystem. Later, during the opening ceremony, a high-level panel discussion will explore Kenya’s and Africa’s Unique Opportunity to Lead the Global Conversation on Data for a More Fair, Equitable, and Shared Future for All Humanity. Learn more: gdfksec2026.org Stay connected #GDFKSEC2026

A delegation from Vihiga County of Kenya led by H.E. Governor @Gov_Ottichilo met the High Commissioner today. Discussions focused on trade and investments in agricultural sector, skill development and training of youth, capacity-building of TVETs, educational collaboration and health sector cooperation between Vihiga county and India. 🇮🇳🇰🇪 @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @VihigaCountyGov @KenyaGovernors @TVETAKenya @DDNewslive @ANI @prasarbharati @airnewsalerts

Happy to close this successful day of inspection of FLloCA projects in Vihiga County. Was accompanied by colleague senators; @aliiroba, @HonSenOsotsi, @MutindaMunene, @EssyOkenyuri & Sen Mariam Omar. Gov @Otichilo has done a great job

We thank you all for the honour and for making the 2026 Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County a remarkable success. God bless Vihiga County. God bless Kenya. @KenyaGovernors @COTU_K @VihigaCountyGov

Hosting this year’s #LabourDay celebrations in Vihiga is a profound honour. Our county holds a unique place in the history of @COTU_K with many of its founders & early champions emerging from Vihiga & the greater Western region. #KaribuVihiga #experiencevihiga

𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐄 Earlier today, I met with @COTU_K Secretary General Hon. @AtwoliDza at Tom Mboya Labour College, Kisumu, to finalize plans for tomorrow’s Labour Day celebrations. I also paid a courtesy call on Vihiga County Commissioner Peter Maina, and later met H.E. Governor Dr. @Gov_Ottichilo to review county support and logistics.

Mungu bariki kazi ya mikono yetu. #KaribuVihiga #experiencevihiga #labourday

Good morning Kenya. VIHIGA is calling #labourday #experiencevihiga

I paid a courtesy call on H.E. Dr. @Gov_Ottichilo, Governor of Vihiga County, where we held a productive discussion on unlocking the county’s vast mining potential. I welcome the Governor’s strong assurance of support to investors, a commitment that sends a clear signal that Vihiga is open for responsible and sustainable mining. We further underscored the importance of close collaboration between the national and county governments to strengthen institutional and regulatory frameworks, enhance safety standards and safeguard the environment. This partnership is key in ensuring that mining activities not only drive economic growth and benefit the community directly but also preserve our natural resources for future generations.

Come #ExperienceVihiga this #LabourDay

2026 Labour Day Celebrations will be hosted in Vihiga County @COTU_K

The FLLoCA Program Peer to Peer Forum brought together global leaders, policymakers, development partners, and community representatives to explore how climate finance can better reach the people and communities on the frontlines of #climatechange. Discussions on focused on scaling climate finance, strengthening locally-led climate action, and unlocking opportunities such as carbon markets to support climate-vulnerable communities. Watch the highlights as participants share insights, experiences, and innovative approaches to building climate resilience from the ground up. #FLLoCA #ClimateFinance #LocalAction #FLLoCAPeerToPeerForum

Proud to discuss resilience challenges & solutions with African leaders like Alioune Ndoye, Carin Karl Atondé, Dr. James Murombedzi (UNECA), & Dr. Sekouna Diatta at today’s panel. Strengthening local leadership for a more resilient future! 🌍💪 #Resilience #ClimateAction