The Turkana County Government and Geothermal Development Corporation (GDC) in the Republic of Kenya have signed a Collaborative Framework Agreement (CFA) to pursue various areas of mutual interest.
Key highlights of the agreement include joint marketing of geothermal opportunities to investors, cooperation in scientific surface studies, the establishment of industrial parks, and GDC’s support in providing roads and water to the communities where it will operate.
The agreement was signed at a brief ceremony held in Lodwar.
Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai lauded GDC’s efforts in geothermal development.
The governor described the visit and the CFA as “a good starting point” and encouraged GDC and the county team to “work together to develop policies that are supportive” of both parties.
“This step is critical and encouraging. Partnerships like this will help move Turkana County in the right direction,” the Governor said.
The GDC team was led by the Board Chairman, Hon. Walter Nyambati, who was accompanied by the MD and CEO, Mr Paul Ngugi, who highlighted the vast opportunities in the geothermal sector, particularly those that Turkana County can tap into.
“This CFA is a milestone that will unlock many opportunities as we move forward,” Mr Ngugi noted.
“We appreciate Turkana County’s interest, cooperation, and support as we work to deliver geothermal energy for Kenyans.”
The two teams agreed to establish a working committee to facilitate the implementation of the CFA.
The Chairman and the CEO reaffirmed GDC’s commitment towards geothermal development in the country.
They assured the Governor that GDC’s procurement processes remain open to all qualified entities, as guided by government procurement frameworks.
The CEO assured the team that GDC’s Supply Chain team will engage and train local businesspeople in Turkana on government procurement procedures.
Also, present at the meeting were County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Roads Transport & Public Work, Mr. Benson Lokwang, CECM Education, Sports & Social Protection Mr. Wiljustus Elim Lopeyok, CECM Trade, Cooperatives, Gender & Youth Affairs Ms. Roseline Aite Onakuta, and CECM Ministry of Tourism, TCG Ms. Leah Audan.
Other attendees included Deputy County Secretary Mr Joseph Nyang’a, County Attorney Ms Ruth Emanikor, and Deputy County Director for Resource Mobilization Mr Mike Aupe.
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