By John Kariuki
Garissa Governor Nathif Jama has officially opened the newly constructed Garissa County Assembly chambers and offices, marking a major milestone in the county’s effort to strengthen governance and service delivery.
The modern facility has been designed to provide a conducive environment for members of the county assembly (MCAs) to carry out their legislative, oversight and representation roles effectively. It features a state-of-the-art debating chamber, administrative offices, committee rooms and modern meeting spaces to enhance efficiency and collaboration among lawmakers.
Governor Jama praised the project as a significant step toward empowering the assembly, noting that strong institutional infrastructure is critical to the success of devolution. “A functional and well-equipped assembly enables MCAs to deliver on their mandate and ensures better oversight, legislation and representation for our people,” he said during the opening ceremony.
The new facility is expected to improve working conditions for MCAs and staff while providing adequate space for public participation forums and stakeholder engagements. The improved assembly environment will also foster transparency and accountability by facilitating more inclusive and well-structured legislative processes.
The launch event brought together MCAs, county officials, development partners and members of the public, all celebrating a key investment that directly supports democratic governance at the county level.