Land in Segero/Barsombe, Soy Constituency – Development.

Segero/Barsombe Ward is part of Soy Constituency in Uasin Gishu County, with agricultural potential, developing infrastructure and growing real estate market. This report looks into the geographical, demographic and economic aspects of the area, with focus on housing and land prices and recent infrastructure developments that have shaped the ward’s growth.

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Geographic and Administrative Context.

Segero/Barsombe is one of the seven wards in Soy Constituency, which is the largest constituency in Uasin Gishu County covering an area of 643 square kilometers. Soy Constituency is located in the highlands of western Kenya and has 13 locations and 23 sub-locations. The constituency is an administrative division in Uasin Gishu County often referred to as the “bread basket” of Kenya due to its agricultural productivity.

The ward’s location in Soy Constituency puts it near Eldoret town, the main urban centre of Uasin Gishu County. This geographical situation affects many aspects of life in Segero/Barsombe, from economic activities to real estate values and infrastructure development priorities.

Administrative Structure.

Soy Constituency is divided into seven wards: Ziwa, Segero/Barsombe, Moisbridge, Kapkures, Kipsomba, Soy and Kuinet/Kapsuswa. Each of these wards is an administrative unit for local governance and development planning. Segero/Barsombe’s administration falls under Soy Sub-County which coordinates government services and development projects across the constituency.

Population Demographics.

According to the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census, Soy Sub-County has a population of 229,094 residents, up from 181,251 in 2009. This is a 26.4% increase over the ten years. The population is growing.

Population Distribution.

The gender distribution in Soy Sub-County is almost equal with 114,082 males and 115,007 females and 5 intersex. The age structure is relatively young with 90,678 residents aged 0-14, 130,176 in the economically active 15-64 age bracket and 8,231 residents aged 65 and above.

For Segero/Barsombe Ward, available data shows an adult population of approximately 14,479. This means the ward is a significant portion of Soy Constituency’s population and an important administrative unit in the sub-county.

Economic Activities.

The economic landscape of Segero/Barsombe Ward mirrors that of Uasin Gishu County where agriculture is the main economic activity. The county is known as Kenya’s “bread basket” due to its impressive agricultural production, producing over 4.5 million bags of maize and over 1 million bags of wheat every year.

Agricultural Focus.

Agriculture is the main economic activity for over 80% of the rural population in Uasin Gishu County providing household income and food security. The fertile soils and good climate of Segero/Barsombe Ward makes it suitable for crop farming, especially maize and wheat which are the main crops in the area.

The agricultural focus has also led to the development of supporting infrastructure as seen in the establishment of facilities like Cheukta Cattle Dip which was commissioned during Governor Jackson Mandago’s visit in February 2017. This facility supports livestock farming which is another significant agricultural activity in the ward.

Real Estate Market: House and Land Prices.

The real estate market in Segero/Barsombe and surrounding areas has varying price points reflecting the ward’s semi-urban nature and proximity to Eldoret town. Property listings give insight into current market values for residential properties and undeveloped land.

House for Sale in Segero/Barsombe, Soy – Housing Market.

Residential properties in the Segero area have moderate prices compared to central Eldoret. For example a 4 bedroom house in Segero, Kipkenyo is listed at KSh 6,500,000. This property located about 7 kilometers from Eldoret CBD has a perimeter wall, modern gates, well manicured lawns and fruit garden reflecting the developing nature of the housing market in the area.

The price of this property is in line with the general market trend in Uasin Gishu County where similar properties in similar locations range from KSh 6 million to KSh 8 million. For example in nearby Kipkenyo a 3 bedroom modern house was listed at KSh 7.5 million while a 2 bedroom house in the same area was priced at KSh 4.7 million.

Land for Sale in Segero/Barsombe, Soy – Land Prices.

Land prices in Segero/Barsombe and surrounding areas vary depending on location, accessibility and development potential. Prime plots in Segero Kipkenyo were listed at KSh 12 million for larger parcels (1/4 acre) while 1/8 acre plots were available at a lower price. These plots were 500 meters from tarmac road and 5 kilometers from Eldoret CBD, highlighting the importance of accessibility in determining land values.

The listings also highlighted features that add value to the land including ready title deeds and access to utilities such as piped water, electricity and internet connectivity. The versatility of the land was also noted with potential for speculation, commercial or residential development.

In the Uasin Gishu County context farmland prices seem to range between KSh 1.5 million to KSh 2.5 million per acre in areas similar to Segero/Barsombe. This is due to the agricultural potential of the land and proximity to transportation infrastructure.

Infrastructure Development.

Segero/Barsombe Ward has seen significant infrastructure development in recent years especially in water supply, education, healthcare and transportation. These developments are both county government and National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) projects.

Water Infrastructure.

Water infrastructure has been a priority area of development in Segero/Barsombe Ward. In February 2017, Governor Jackson Mandago launched and inspected several water projects in the ward, the “most sought after commodity” in this dry area.

Notable water projects were:

Chepterit Water Tank – Already operational at the time of reporting serving about 300 households and several public institutions including Chepterit Dispensary.
Cheukta Water Tank – 90% complete during the governor’s visit.
Water projects in Kapsabul and Ngeny areas.

These water infrastructure projects have improved access to clean water for residents and institutions in the ward, quality of life and domestic and agricultural activities.

Educational Facilities.

Education infrastructure development in Segero/Barsombe has focused on early childhood education and primary schools. The county government has constructed several Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) centers in the ward, three of which were launched during Governor Mandago’s visit in February 2017.

NG-CDF has also supported improvement of existing facilities. For example, in the 2016-2017 financial year, funds were allocated for construction of a three-door pit latrine at Segero Primary School to improve sanitation facilities for students.

Healthcare Facilities.

The county government has invested in healthcare infrastructure in Segero/Barsombe Ward. According to reports, funds have been allocated for construction, renovation and equipping of health facilities with modern equipment. These include distribution of medical supplies, provision of ambulances and employment of medical practitioners to enhance healthcare service delivery in the ward.

Chepterit Dispensary is one of the beneficiaries of this healthcare infrastructure development, the facility is connected to Chepterit Water Tank to ensure water supply for medical services.

Transportation Infrastructure.

Road infrastructure development has been a major focus in Segero/Barsombe Ward with several projects undertaken to improve connectivity within the ward and surrounding areas. These include:

Construction of new box culverts to facilitate water drainage and prevent road damage.
Upgrading of existing roads to bitumen standards to enhance durability and all-weather usability.
Opening of new roads to access previously isolated areas.
Improvement of drainage lines to prevent flooding and protect road infrastructure.
Construction of bridges to connect across natural barriers.
Development of boda-boda (motorcycle taxi) shades to organize public transportation services.

These transportation infrastructure have improved mobility within the ward, access to markets, schools and healthcare facilities and supported economic activities by reducing transportation costs and time.

Conclusion.

Segero/Barsombe Ward in Soy Constituency is a dynamic rural-urban area in Uasin Gishu County. The ward’s location, agricultural potential and ongoing infrastructure development make it a growth area.

The real estate market in and around Segero/Barsombe has moderate prices compared to central Eldoret, houses ranging from KSh 4.7 million to KSh 7.5 million depending on size and features. Land prices also vary, prime plots going for up to KSh 12 million for quarter-acre plots near tarmac roads.

Recent infrastructure development in water, education, healthcare and transportation have improved the ward’s livability and economic potential. With the area’s agricultural productivity, Segero/Barsombe Ward has a positive trajectory as it continues to develop in Soy Constituency and Uasin Gishu County.

Future development will build on these foundations, possibly focusing on connectivity, expansion of utilities and diversification of economic activities beyond agriculture to fully utilize the ward’s location and natural resources.

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