Taita Taveta’s Miasenyi residents celebrate after getting national IDs after three-day drive
The Mashinani registration drive is part of a wider county strategy to reach underserved communities and make essential government services accessible to all residents, no matter their location.
Over 200 residents of Miasenyi in Taita Taveta County have received national identity cards after a three-day registration drive brought services closer to their doorstep, easing years of difficulty in obtaining the vital documents.
The registration, conducted under the Mashinani (grassroots) initiative, spared locals the need to travel to Voi town, an often expensive and time-consuming journey, especially for the elderly, young people, and low-income families who have struggled to get identification.
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The drive, which took place in Miasenyi Sub-location, was organised by the Taita Taveta County Government in collaboration with the National Registration Bureau (NRB), and coordinated through the governor's wife.
Residents expressed relief and gratitude, noting how the effort had lifted a major burden.
“We have waited for this service for years. Travelling to Voi was not only costly, but some of us could not make the trip due to age or financial constraints,” said Mzee Mwakio, a local elder.
Students who completed high school last year also applauded the initiative, noting it may now help them join universities.
County Executive for Lands and Physical Planning, Christine Zighe, praised the county leadership for prioritising such inclusive outreach efforts.
“Governor Mwadime’s administration is determined to ensure that every resident has access to services that affirm their rights as citizens. Proper identification is also essential in resolving land ownership disputes and issuing title deeds,” she said.
The outreach was also welcomed by Juliet Sita, the Voi Sub-County registrar, who underscored the importance of national IDs in accessing government services and employment opportunities.
Grace Mkanyika, the personal assistant to the governor's wife, said the initiative was designed to meet people at their point of need.
“Many in Miasenyi have been left behind for years. By bringing registration closer to them, we have made a real difference,” she said.
The Mashinani registration is part of a broader county strategy aimed at reaching underserved areas and ensuring that essential government services are accessible to all residents, regardless of location.
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