Economic and Investment Zones
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Explore Our Economic Zones
Kitui County’s “Vision for Economic and Social Transformation” aims to drive development from 2015 to 2025. To achieve this, six economic and investment zones were established, capitalizing on each zone’s unique strengths. These zones aim to attract investment, maximize resource use, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for residents through a clean and safe environment.
The Kyuso-Tseikuru-Mumoni EIZ
- Ngomeni, Kyuso, Mumoni, Tseikuru and Tharaka wards
The Kyuso-Tseikuru-Mumoni Economic Zone is positioned for significant agricultural development. The zone boasts several advantages for investors and residents:
- Abundant water from the Tana River.
- The zone is rich in natural resources, including limestone deposits and vast tracts of land.
- The presence of the Mwingi National Reserve attracts tourists.
- The zone’s location is near the LAPSSET corridor, a major infrastructure project meant to enhance connectivity and provide easy access to markets.
The Mui Basin EIZ
- Nguni, Kivou, Mui, Nuu, Mutitu/ Kaliku, Endau/ Malalani, Zombe/ Mwitika, Voo/ Kyamatu Wards
This strategic location is expected to be a key driver of economic growth across Kitui County. The abundant coal resources aim to attract energy-intensive industries, creating substantial employment opportunities and attracting direct investment.
- Has commercially viable reserves of precious stones and sand.
- Vast swathes of land away from city centers.
- A readily available workforce.
- Abundant construction raw materials.
Mwingi town and its Environs
- Mwingi Central, Waita, Migwani, Kyome/Thaana, Nguutani and Kiomo/Kyethani wards
Strategically positioned near the LAPSSET corridor along the Garissa-Mwingi-Thika highway, the Mwingi and Environs Economic Zone offers several advantages for businesses:
- Excellent Connectivity through transport and proximity to markets
- The zone is rich in natural resources, including limestone deposits and vast tracts of land.
- Existing agricultural production allows for the development of industries focused on processing and adding value.
- Widespread access to electricity provides a solid foundation for industrial development.
Kitui County Headquarters and its Environs EIZ
- Kitui Township, Mulango, Kyangwithya East, Kyangwithya West, Nzambani, Chuluni, Kisasi, Mbitini, Miambani, Matinyani, Mutonguni, Kauwi and Kwa Mutonga/Kithumula County Wards
This zone leverages its existing infrastructure and administrative role to become a major urban center in Kitui County.
- Administrative hub of Kitui County.
- Untapped tourism potential.
- Existing urban infrastructure providing a strong foundation for development.
- Excellent connectivity due to proximity to the Northern Corridor.
- Well-positioned to benefit from industrial growth in the region.
- Established financial service providers.
The Kanyangi -Kanyonyoo-Kwa Vonza
- Kanyangi and Yatta/Kwa Vonza County Wards.
This zone offers a unique blend of educational institutions, strategic location, and diverse resources.
- Concentration of universities, creating a vibrant educational center.
- Strategic location at a major transportation junction, boosting connectivity.
- Extensive land for solar energy development, promoting renewable energy.
- Yatta plateau's potential for ballast production (construction material).
- Established market for wholesale produce, facilitating trade.
- Honey production and readily available building materials
The Mutomo- Ikutha-Kanziko
- Ikanga/Kyatune, Mutomo, Ikutha, Kanziko, Mutha, Athi County Wards
This zone offers a wealth of natural resources and strategic positioning near Tsavo East National Park. The focus on infrastructure development aims to unlock the zone’s full economic potential.
- Rich in minerals like limestone and iron ore.
- Poised for significant growth in mining, tourism and agriculture.
- Transformation into a major mining zone.
- Focus on infrastructure development.