The governor also attended the annual boat racing competition in Luanda Kotieno beach in South Uyoma ward, Rarieda.
He was accompanied by Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo.
Siaya Governor James Orengo interacting with residents during the official opening of Migwena Community Sports and Cultural Festival 2022 on December 29.
Siaya Governor James Orengo has officially opened the Migwena Community Sports and Cultural Festival 2022.
The county festival, which was opened on Thursday, is aimed at promoting and showcasing the residents' culture.
Siaya Governor James Orengo dribbling a football during the official opening of Migwena Community Sports and Cultural Festival 2022 on December 29.
"Wanyiso tuke, kitwa kod timbewa mondo okel dongruok ne ogandawa," Orengo said.
This is loosely translated to, "We are displaying our tradition to people to bring development."
The governor also attended the annual boat racing competition in Luanda Kotieno beach in South Uyoma ward, Rarieda.
Siaya Governor James Orengo with Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo at the annual boat racing competition in Luanda Kotieno beach in South Uyoma ward, Rarieda Constituency on December 29,2022.
"The blue economy is a priority for our government and we will make good use of our water bodies appropriately to improve the livelihoods of our people," he said in a statement.
He was accompanied by Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo.
The annual boat racing competition in Luanda Kotieno beach in South Uyoma ward, Rarieda Constituency on December 29,2022.Siaya County residents cheering during the annual boat racing competition in Luanda Kotieno beach in South Uyoma ward, Rarieda Constituency on December 29,2022.Siaya Governor James Orengo interacting with a football team during the official opening of Migwena Community Sports and Cultural Festival 2022 on December 29.