MMUST Conducts Stakeholder Engagement on Proposed Change of Land Use at Wakukha Grounds!
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) on 24th September, 2026, conducted a stakeholder engagement forum on the proposed change of land use at Wakukha grounds, Lubao location, Shinyalu sub-county. The forum sought to obtain the views of members of the local community on the proposal to change the use of the parcel of land from grazing land to educational use. It also provided an opportunity for MMUST to sensitize the community on the University’s mandate and its role in promoting community service and development.
A section of the community members, keenly following the discussions during the event.
The engagement attracted participation from a wide range of local leadership and community representatives, including the Assistant County Commissioner, Area Chief, Assistant Chiefs, Community Administrator, Area Member of the County Assembly (MCA), and representatives of WECODA, alongside members of the local community. The stakeholder engagement is an essential statutory requirement under the Physical and Land Use Planning Act (2019) and the Constitution 2010.
WECODA secretary, reading minutes of the previous meeting.
The MMUST team was led by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Research and Innovation), Prof. Christopher Ngacho. In his address, Prof. Ngacho expressed the University’s interest in partnering with the community to set up teaching, training and research facilities at Wakukha. He noted that the proposed development would provide an opportunity for MMUST and the local community to work together in advancing education, research and community development.
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Research and Innovation), Prof. Christopher Ngacho addressing the participants at the forum.
Indeed, the engagement provided a platform for stakeholders and community members to share their views and concerns regarding the proposed change of land use. It was commendable to witness stakeholders uphold the law on public participation, and this will go a long way in ensuring transparency and meaningful community involvement!
By Caren Nekesa
