Abenengo for Development Organization

12/08/2026

12/08/2026

Celebrating International Youth Day - Samia Sub-county.

Today, we took time to document the perspectives of NYC aspirants in Samia Sub-County, exploring their views on the NYC electoral process, the newly announced October 2026 election date, and their aspirations for youth leadership.

In this conversation, an aspirant from Namboboto/Nambuku (NaNa) Ward shares their reflections, hopes and vision for the upcoming elections.

Meaningful decisions must be inclusive with youth voices.


Siasa Place
Isangalo arts
SMART Culture KENYA CBO
BUSIA county empowerment and accountability champions Centre

12/08/2026

Happy International Youth Day: Youth Voices, Youth Aspirations

On this International Youth Day, we are amplifying the voices of NYC aspirants seeking to serve and represent their peers in Samia subcounty.

Today, we took time to document the perspectives of NYC aspirants in Samia Sub-County, exploring their views on the NYC electoral process, the newly announced October 2026 election date, and their aspirations for youth leadership.

In this conversation, an aspirant from Nangina Ward shares their reflections, hopes and vision for the upcoming elections.

Young people must not only be voters - they must be active participantw in shaping the leadership and decisions that affect their future.

Siasa Place
BUSIA county empowerment and accountability champions Centre
Isangalo arts
FIDS
SMART Culture KENYA CBO

07/08/2026

04/08/2026

⚽🏛️ Are you politically active but not a member of any political party?

This is your chance to be part of Kandanda na Democracy: A Political Parties Marketplace as we commemorate International Youth Day 2026 on 14th August 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya! Join fellow young people for an exciting afternoon of football, dialogue and direct engagement with political parties and democratic institutions.

🗳️ Open to young people aged 18–35 who are not currently registered members of any political party.

📲 Apply now through the link in our bio (https://bit.ly/CMDKeKandandaNaDemocracy ) . Spaces are limited, and successful applicants will be contacted.

31/07/2026

Mark your calendars! 🗳️

📅 9 October 2026 – Ward Elections
📅 16 October 2026 – Constituency Elections
📅 30 October 2026 – National Youth Congress Elections

Your voice. Your vote. Your future.

Fikirini Jacobs Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports National Youth Council Kenya

24/07/2026

Ongoing Funyula NG CDF Public Participation FY 2026/2027

Public Participation Must Lead to Meaningful Action

Yesterday, our members joined residents of Nambobot/Nambuku Ward and other stakeholders during the Funyula NG-CDF public participation forum to prioritize development projects for the FY 2026/27 budget. We commend the area MP and the NG-CDF Committee for providing citizens with an opportunity to voice their development priorities.

However, beyond project proposals, residents raised critical concerns that deserve attention.

These included allegations of unprofessional conduct by some CDF committee members, unfulfilled promises to connect all villages to electricity, and persistent insecurity affecting parts of the constituency.

A major concern was the allocation of education bursaries. Many deserving students reportedly missed out simply because they attend schools outside Samia Sub-county. This raises an important question: Is there an official NG-CDF policy that excludes students from Samia who study outside the constituency from benefiting from bursaries? If not, then transparency and fairness in bursary allocation must be strengthened.

Education is a constitutional right under Article 43(1)(f) of the Constitution of Kenya, while Article 27 guarantees equality and freedom from discrimination. Public resources, including bursaries, should be administered fairly, equitably, and without discrimination, ensuring that every deserving learner has an equal opportunity to pursue their education regardless of where they attend school.

Public participation should not be a procedural exercise—it should influence decisions, strengthen accountability, and ensure that development truly reflects the priorities and aspirations of the people.

Siasa Place
Hon.Wilberforce Oundo Mudenyo Mp Funyula
KIOS
InformAction Kenya
CSO Network

23/07/2026