Siaya: James Orengo Launches New Water Bus To Ease Movement In Lake Victoria

• Governor James Orengo presided over the official launch of the Asembo Bay Water Bus at Kamito Pier at an event attended by Otiende Amollo and Water Bus officials
• The water bus, connecting Asembo Bay-Kunya-Mainuga to Kendu Bay, is expected to create business opportunities and provide quick, affordable transport
• Siaya County Government renovated the Asembo Bay jetty, aiming to revitalise Kamito Trading Center's economic activities

Didacus Malowa, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.

Siaya - Governor James Orengo has launched the Asembo Bay Water Bus, a game-changer for the area's transport system.

According to the county government, the water bus would open up various parts of the county and improve the mode of transportation.

"The water bus now linking Asembo Bay-Kunya-Mainuga to Kendu Bay will open business opportunities to many through various avenues and also offer quick, affordable means of transport," said the county boss.

During the Tuesday, January 2 event, the county chief was accompanied by Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo, Water Bus officials; Acting CEO Pritt Okoth, Business Development Manager Annie, East Asembo MCA Hon. Gordon Onguru.

What is the significance of the development?

In line with his promise to revive water transport, the county chief recently renovated the Asembo Bay jetty.

The County Government of Siaya said this was part of the plan to bring back Kamito Trading Center's economic vibrance.

Otiende promised the jubilant residents that he would work closely with Orengo's government to better the lives of Siaya residents.

Siaya to tap into KSh 4B fish market

In November 2023, Siaya announced a set of new measures to promote sustainable fishing to unlock the KSh 4 billion market.

As part of these measures, the county government said they would prioritise improving the welfare of fishers by providing them with training for enhanced skills, advocating for safe fishing practices, and promoting value addition to increase fishers’ income and improve their livelihoods.

Orengo emphasised that the county would work with all sector players to ensure sustainable management and development of the blue economy resources.

"Fish farming is one of the key components of our economic transformation agenda that we will continue to support in order to increase our income generation," said Orengo when he officiated the World Fisheries Day 2023 Celebrations at Liunda Beach.