Yatta Kwa Vonza MCA Hon. Mark Ndingo on Thursday hosted Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe at the newly established Healing Farm in Muselele, Kitui Rural Sub-County, a landmark facility set to serve as a refuge for survivors of gender-based violence from across Africa. The visit brought together county leadership, development partners, and local stakeholders to assess the progress and impact of the transformative project.
The one-billion-shilling Healing Farm, spearheaded by Urgent Action Fund–Africa in partnership with international organizations, is designed to offer victims of GBV a safe environment to rest, heal, and rebuild their lives. The facility will integrate trauma recovery programs, wellness support, and socio-economic empowerment initiatives, placing Kitui at the forefront of humanitarian innovation in the region.
Speaking during the funders’ visit, Governor Malombe commended the initiative as a game-changer, emphasizing the project’s broader economic and social benefits. He noted that the Healing Farm will stimulate job creation, open up business opportunities, enhance tourism, and position Kitui as a continental leader in research and GBV response.
The Governor further reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering support for the project, citing ongoing upgrades in infrastructure, healthcare systems, and gender-based violence response mechanisms across the county. He assured partners that Kitui remains committed to providing an enabling environment for the facility’s success.
The tour was attended by a section of Cabinet members, community leaders, and other local officials who praised MCA Mark Ndingo for his instrumental role in facilitating development within Yatta Kwa Vonza Ward. Their presence underscored the strong collaboration between county leadership and the community in advancing transformative projects that uplift the most vulnerable.
