The Turkana County Authorities and GDC have signed a Collaborative Framework Settlement (CFA) to pursue numerous areas of mutual curiosity. Key highlights of the settlement embody joint advertising and marketing of geothermal alternatives to buyers, cooperation in scientific floor research, institution of business parks, and GDC’s assist in offering roads and water to the communities the place it is going to function.
At a quick ceremony held in Lodwar, Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai lauded GDC’s efforts in geothermal growth. The governor described the go to and the CFA as “an excellent place to begin” and inspired GDC and the county staff to “work collectively to develop insurance policies which might be supportive” of each events.
“This step is important and inspiring. Partnerships like this can assist transfer Turkana County in the correct route,” the Governor stated.
The GDC staff was led by the Board Chairman, Hon. Walter Nyambati who was accompanied by the MD and CEO, Mr. Paul Ngugi. Mr. Ngugi highlighted the huge alternatives within the geothermal sector, notably people who Turkana County can faucet into.
“This CFA is a milestone that can unlock many alternatives as we transfer ahead,” Mr. Ngugi famous. “We recognize Turkana County’s curiosity, cooperation, and assist as we work to ship geothermal power for Kenyans.”
The 2 groups agreed to ascertain a working committee to facilitate the implementation of the CFA.
The Chairman and the CEO reaffirmed GDC’s dedication in the direction of geothermal growth within the nation. They assured the Governor that GDC’s procurement processes stay open to all certified entities, as guided by authorities procurement frameworks. The CEO assured the staff that GDC’s Provide Chain staff will interact and prepare native businesspeople in Turkana on authorities procurement procedures.
Additionally current on the assembly had been County Govt Committee Member (CECM) for Roads Transport & Public Work, Mr. Benson Lokwang, CECM Schooling, Sports activities & Social Safety Mr. Wiljustus Elim Lopeyok, CECM Commerce, Cooperatives, Gender & Youth Affairs Ms. Roseline Aite Onakuta, and CECM Ministry of Tourism, TCG Ms. Leah Audan. Different attendees included Deputy County Secretary Mr. Joseph Nyang’a, County Lawyer Ms. Ruth Emanikor, and Deputy County Director for Useful resource Mobilization, Mr. Mike Aupe.