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Buy Land in Central, Mwingi West: Prime Locations at Affordable Prices.
Mwingi West constituency is one of the 8 constituencies in Kitui County and is developing. This report looks at the geographical facts, real estate market and infrastructure development that will shape this constituency.
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Geographical and Administrative Overview.
Mwingi West constituency was created in 2013 when Mwingi South constituency was split into two, Mwingi Central and Mwingi West. It borders Mwingi Central to the north and Kitui West to the south. The constituency has 22 locations with a population of 109,116.
The constituency has 4 County Assembly Wards:
- Migwani Ward (adult population: 15,086)
- Nguutani Ward (adult population: 14,602)
- Kyome/Thaana Ward (adult population: 12,019)
- Kiomo/Kyethani Ward (adult population: 11,246)
Hon. Charles Ngusya Nguna is the Member of Parliament for the constituency in the 13th Parliament of Kenya. Mwingi Municipality covers both Mwingi Central and Mwingi West sub-counties and has 6 wards: Kyome-Thaana, Migwani, Kiomo-Kyethani, Mwingi Central, Kivou and Waita wards.
Real Estate Market Analysis: Plots for Sale in Central, Mwingi West - Land Prices.
Land in Central Mwingi is priced differently depending on location, accessibility and development potential:
- Plots in Mwingi Town are priced at KSh 3,000,000 per plot.
- Land in Mwingi, Kitui County with water, electricity and WiFi is priced at KSh 1,100,000 per plot.
- 50 by 100 plots in Kithioko Kavaini with freehold title deeds are priced at KSh 300,000.* Agricultural land is also available, 10 acres in Mwingi Central (Enzio sub-location) 15km from Mwingi town priced at KSh 1,500,000.
- Commercial land for business is priced at KSh 2,000,000
These prices show a diverse real estate market with options for different investment purposes, residential, commercial and agricultural.
Infrastructure Development: Road Network Expansion.
Kitui County Government has embarked on a massive road construction projects in all the 40 wards including Mwingi West constituency. These projects aim to improve regional connectivity, facilitate trade, mobility and access to emergency medical services throughout the country.
Specific road projects in the area include:
- Drift construction at River Thua along Kavuvuu-Mulula Road
- Drift repair at Kisiiyo River along Inyuu–Kyamusivi Road
- Kinakoni–Imale–Kiangini–Kiukuni road improvement project with 150m drift at River Thua.
These projects show the county government’s commitment to addressing transportation challenges and accessibility in previously un-served areas.
Water Supply Improvements.
Water has been a big challenge in Mwingi, supply is far below demand. As of 2021, demand was 10,000 cubic meters per day while Kiambere dam was supplying 2,800 cubic meters daily. This shortage was exacerbated by population growth, Mwingi’s population has tripled from 15,000 to 45,000 residents.
To address this critical issue, the county government announced a KSh 4 billion project to develop fresh infrastructure at Kiambere dam to increase water capacity and end the chronic water shortage. This multi-year project is a big investment in the area’s water infrastructure.
Electricity Connection Expansion.
In 2020, the national government allocated KSh 400 million for power connection in Mwingi West subcounty, to connect over 4,800 homesteads to the grid by 2021. This project was focused on areas where:
- Transformers had failed without replacement
- Market centers had no electricity connection
- Primary and secondary schools needed electricity for night learning.Kenya Power Northeastern regional manager confirmed this during a fact finding mission with MP Charles Nguna, many market centers in Mwingi West had no electricity while others were experiencing prolonged power outages.
Urban Development Planning.
Mwingi Municipality Strategic Plan 2024-2029 has a big vision for sustainable urban development. Key components of this plan are:
- Land banking for future development
- Environmental conservation through tree planting along riparian reserves
- Waste management through construction of solid waste transfer stations
- Installation of skips at market centers and streets
- Promoting local processing and value addition to boost economic activities
The municipality is also positioning itself to benefit from the planned LAPSSET Mombasa-Addis Ababa Transport Corridor extension which has potential to accelerate economic growth by fast tracking movement of goods and services in the region.
Conclusion.
Mwingi West Constituency is undergoing transformation through targeted investments in road infrastructure, water supply systems, electricity connectivity and urban planning. While challenges remain especially in water provision and complete electrification, the ongoing and planned projects show a positive trend for better living conditions and economic opportunities.
The real estate market has options for different investment purposes at different prices, as development confidence grows in the area. As infrastructure development continues to take shape, property values may rise especially in areas that will benefit from the improved connectivity and services.
For current and prospective residents or investors, Mwingi West is an area with big growth potential, with structured development plans at both county and national government levels.
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1. What are the current house prices in Kyome/Thaana?
2.How have land prices in Nguutani changed over the past five years?
3. What recent infrastructure developments have been completed in Migwani?
4. Are there any upcoming infrastructure projects planned for Kiomo/Kyethani?
5.How does the cost of living in Kivou compare to other areas in Kitui County?
Related
1. What are the current house prices in Kyome/Thaana?
2. How have land prices in Nguutani changed over the past five years?
3.What recent infrastructure developments have been completed in Migwani?
4.Are there any upcoming infrastructure projects planned for Kiomo/Kyethani?
5.How does the cost of living in Kivou compare to other areas in Kitui County?