Speaking to the Star on Tuesday, he said under his leadership, his administration will focus on boosting the county’s economy.
“I have had various engagements with some members of the cabinet, where we have discussed the specific areas which will be touched," he said.
Last week, Guyo held discussions with Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen about setting up an Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Isiolo.
He explained that due to the county’s location, an ICD will not only benefit the local community but also invite other counties to transact business in Isiolo.
Isiolo is strategically located centrally, by putting the dry port there, the country will save up on transportation costs and the people of Isiolo will benefit immensely,” Guyo said.
The county chief also noted that the Inland Container Depot will create job opportunities for locals hence addressing the issue of unemployment.
Governor Guyo also noted that they discussed issues pertaining expansion of Isiolo international airport runway with Murkomen.
“There are plans to elevate Isiolo international airport goods shed to accommodate large cargo to facilitate exportation of meat, milk, miraa and other commodities,” he added.
Back in 2009, Kenya’s camel milk industry was estimated to contribute Sh16 billion to the national economy, producing about 552 million litres of milk, mostly through pastoral production.
About 6,000 to 7,000 litres of camel milk is exported daily to Nairobi from Isiolo.
Also, Governor Guyo said the building of an export-oriented abattoir is on course.
Locals had earlier lamented the delayed completion of the facility that will process 474,000 animals annually, offering a favourable and reliable market for livestock products while also creating jobs for youths.
However, Guyo said redesigning work by a contractor from South Africa were underway to ensure the abattoir meets the required international standards before handing over to a private investor.
At least Sh1 billion has been pumped into the project that is set to join other abattoirs exporting meat to countries in the Middle East.
The abattoir will also breathe life into Isiolo International Airport, which has struggled to pick up more than three years after it was commissioned by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Guyo said the abattoir will have capacity to process more than 1,000 animals daily.
“The abattoir will have the capacity to process 1,000 goats, 200 cows and 100 camels daily,” he said.
On completion, the abattoir will employ 80 people directly and benefit at least 20,000 livelihoods. It is estimated to create Sh400 million in revenue in seven years.
-Edited by SKanyara
