Eldoret has officially welcomed its new City Manager, Ms Elzeba Busienei, who was sworn in today at the Uasin Gishu County Headquarters.
The ceremony was presided over by Justice Reuben Nyakundi, the Presiding Judge of the High Court in Eldoret, and was witnessed by senior county officials, members of the Judiciary and the public.
Ms Busienei takes over as the first City Manager since the town was granted city status, and she is tasked with steering urban transformation, improving waste management and enforcing order within the municipality.
Speaking at the ceremony, Uasin Gishu Governor Dr Jonathan Bii reaffirmed his administration's unwavering commitment to maintaining cleanliness, order and safety across Eldoret, emphasizing that these priorities are non-negotiable for a city of its stature. "Cleanliness is not optional for a city of our status," Governor Bii said. "We must adopt sustainable waste management practices, enforce city order and prioritize road safety.