Gideon Mung'aro has scrapped several stalled project contracts and ordered a shift to a community-driven implementation model, in a bold move aimed at unlocking development bottlenecks across the county.
The governor said the cancelled contracts involve projects that have either delayed for years or failed to meet agreed timelines despite repeated extensions and warnings from the county administration. Governor Gideon munga'ara List down all contract scrapped, Here's is the full list.
Speaking during a county briefing, Mung’aro expressed frustration over what he termed as “endless excuses” from contractors who had already received payments but showed little progress on the ground.
He maintained that Kilifi residents deserve value for money and tangible development, not incomplete buildings and abandoned sites scattered across wards.
The affected projects reportedly cut across key sectors including health, water, roads and early childhood education facilities, many of which had become symbols of stalled promises.
Mung’aro directed county departments to immediately begin termination procedures in line with procurement laws, while ensuring due process is followed to avoid legal disputes.
At the same time, he ordered the adoption of a community-led implementation plan, arguing that residents must now take an active role in monitoring and supporting local projects.
Under the new approach, project oversight committees will include local leaders, technical officers and community representatives to enhance transparency and accountability.
The governor said empowering communities to track progress would reduce corruption, eliminate ghost contractors and ensure funds are used for their intended purpose.
He insisted that development should not be an elite affair negotiated in offices, but a participatory process where wananchi can question timelines, budgets and workmanship.
Mung’aro warned contractors who have treated county tenders as quick cash opportunities that the era of complacency is over.
He further revealed that performance audits will be conducted on all ongoing projects to determine which ones are viable for completion under revised supervision frameworks.
Political observers see the move as a high-risk but potentially transformative decision, especially in a county where stalled projects have dominated public complaints.
Critics, however, argue that contract cancellations could expose the county to costly court battles if not handled carefully.
Supporters say the decision signals a new accountability tone within the Kilifi administration, particularly amid growing pressure from residents demanding visible progress.
The governor assured residents that no genuine contractor would be unfairly targeted, but insisted that incompetence and delays would no longer be tolerated.
He also challenged county officials accused of lax supervision, saying internal accountability is equally critical to restoring public trust.
As implementation of the new plan begins, attention will now shift to whether the community-driven model can deliver faster and more sustainable results.
For Kilifi residents, the real test will not be announcements, but whether stalled sites finally transform into functional schools, hospitals and water systems.
