Governor Waiguru’s Generosity: Kirinyaga Self-Help Group Receives Aid After Christmas Cow Theft

Summary:
Governor Anne Waiguru of Kirinyaga County extends a helping hand to a local self-help group in Ngiriambu village, Gichugu constituency, by donating Ksh.50,000. The group’s Christmas cow, purchased for festive celebrations, was stolen and slaughtered. A county official, representing Governor Waiguru, visited the village to deliver the donation, bringing relief to the 43 members affected by the livestock theft.

In Ngiriambu village, Gichugu constituency, Kirinyaga County, a local self-help group experienced a wave of joy as Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru stepped in to assist. The group, known as Gikingi self-help, faced the unfortunate event of having their Christmas cow stolen and slaughtered.

The news of the theft spread, reaching the ears of Governor Waiguru, prompting her to take swift action. A county official arrived at the village, conveying the governor’s compassion and delivering Ksh.50,000 to the self-help group. Chomba Thitha, the secretary of the Gikingi group, expressed disbelief and gratitude at the governor’s generosity, emphasizing the significance of the financial aid.

The 43 members of the self-help group had diligently saved Ksh.200 each month to acquire the cow for their Christmas celebrations. The theft occurred in the vicinity of the Kianyaga-Kiamutugu road, leaving the group disheartened.

Livestock theft has become a prevailing issue in Kirinyaga, with culprits employing aggressive methods during their missions. Governor Waiguru’s intervention not only provides financial relief to the affected self-help group but also serves as a symbol of support in the face of challenges posed by livestock theft in the region.