Churchill Amatha, a native of Nyang'ori Village in Hamisi Constituency, has officially declared his candidacy for the Vihiga County gubernatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
Addressing residents of Vihiga County, Amatha said his decision to run was inspired by calls from local communities seeking transformative leadership.
Commitment to Community Support
In a notable pledge, Amatha promised to donate his entire monthly governor's salary to assist vulnerable groups within the county. The distribution of these funds will be managed by ward-level committees responsible for identifying beneficiaries and ensuring transparent disbursement.
He further emphasized a governance style focused on service rather than personal acclaim, vowing not to claim individual credit for county development projects.
Eight-Point Development Agenda
Amatha presented a comprehensive development framework targeting key sectors:
- Technology and Innovation: Enhancing ICT infrastructure, creating business hubs, and expanding digital government services.
- Water and Sanitation: Improving access to clean water, promoting hygiene, and reinforcing waste management.
- Healthcare and Education: Increasing accessibility and quality of services.
- Youth, Women, and Vulnerable Groups Empowerment: Initiatives to uplift marginalized populations.
- Agriculture: Developing value chains in dairy, poultry, fish farming, and local agribusiness.
- Infrastructure: Maintaining roads, building bridges, and promoting renewable energy like solar power.
- Environmental Protection: Expanding forest cover, conserving riverbanks, and encouraging climate-smart farming practices.
Amatha's candidacy adds momentum to the competitive race for Vihiga's top county seat as the 2027 elections approach.
