1 YEAR IN OFFICE-JOSEPH KENNEDY MWALEGHA

In his first year as MCA of Mwatate ward, Joseph Kennedy Mwalegha demonstrated unwavering commitment to his constituents. Despite facing challenges in project implementation, he remained resolute in fulfilling his promises to the people of Mwatate. With a determined spirit, he accomplished significant milestones, including providing bursaries to 1,366 needy students across 172 institutions, designing the impactful Dimisha Sponsorship Programme, and actively leading efforts to resolve land issues and mitigate environmental pollution.

Empowering Education

• Bursary Issuance: Providing essential support to 1,366 needy students across 172 institutions.
• Secondary School Bursaries: Joseph Kennedy Mwalegha, MCA of Mwatate ward, granted 1,164 bursaries to the neediest students, totaling Kes. 4,194,360.
• Higher Education Opportunities: Assisting 54 college students (Kes. 197,640) and 82 in higher education (Kes. 300,120).
• Inclusive Support: Extending help to 13 students with special needs (Kes. 47,580) and 71 in vocational training centres (Kes. 259,580).

Dimisha Sponsorship Programme

• Fighting Poverty: Joseph Mwalegha's initiative has empowered over 79 young men and women through training in driving, beauty, and utility skills.
• Commitment to Overcome Challenges: Despite obstacles, Mwalegha remains dedicated to fulfilling his promises to the people of Mwatate.

Land and Environmental Stewardship

• Chair of the Lands and Human-Wildlife Conflict Resolution Sectorial Committee to address land issues and ensure fair compensation.
• Water Connectivity: Allocating Kes. 2 million to pave the way for water connectivity from Josa and continuing to invest Kes. 2 million for project completion.
• Road Improvement: Committing Kes. 2 million for the grading and murraming of the Landi to Mdidinyi road.

• Environmental Advocacy: Championing the removal or mitigation of the Landi dumpsite to prevent negative health impacts on the community.

Ongoing Projects

• Mlambenyi Social Project: A Kes. 2 million allocation for project completion.
• Peleleza Public Toilet: A Kes. 1 million investment to finalise construction.
• Kipusi Public Toilet: Allocating Kes. 1 million to ensure its completion.

Community Support and Social Programmes

• Continuous Contribution: Committing to ongoing support and contributions to community development.
• Social Group Assistance: Issuing Kes. 1 million worth of tents to social groups in the community for their events, including weddings and funerals.

Joseph Kennedy Mwalegha's dedication and persistence in the face of adversity reflect his strong commitment to improving the lives of the community he serves.