Isiolo County took a significant step towards advancing women’s economic empowerment and financial inclusion as First Lady Habiba Guyo hosted a delegation from the British High Commission.
Led by Dr. Ed Barnett MBE, Deputy High Commissioner, the delegation engaged in discussions on the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s (FCDO) development initiatives in the region.
The visit focused on exploring collaborative efforts to create sustainable economic opportunities for women, recognizing their crucial role in driving the county’s development.
During the meeting, the discussions centered on strategies to enhance women’s participation in economic activities, particularly through entrepreneurship.
The delegation and county officials explored ways to provide women with access to financial resources, business development training, and support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
The talks also emphasized the importance of financial inclusion, with a focus on improving women’s access to banking services, credit facilities, and digital financial solutions to foster economic independence.
Capacity-building initiatives were also highlighted as a key area of interest, with the aim of strengthening local programs that equip women with essential skills for economic participation and leadership roles.
Furthermore, the meeting provided a platform to discuss potential partnerships between the British High Commission, Isiolo County Government, and other stakeholders, with the shared objective of promoting sustainable economic growth in the region.
First Lady Habiba Guyo expressed her deep appreciation to the British High Commission for its commitment to fostering economic empowerment for women in Isiolo.
She underscored the significance of creating an inclusive economic environment that allows women to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the county’s development.
She also took the opportunity to highlight various ongoing initiatives led by her office that align with the FCDO’s objectives.
These include supporting women’s groups engaged in income-generating activities and advocating for policies that promote gender equality in economic participation.
She emphasized that the collaboration between the British High Commission and her office would be instrumental in implementing impactful programs that enhance financial inclusion and expand economic opportunities for women.
The visit marked an important milestone in strengthening partnerships aimed at empowering women in Isiolo County.
With the combined commitment of the British High Commission and the Office of the First Lady, the collaboration is expected to pave the way for long-term initiatives that uplift women economically and contribute to the sustainable development of the region.
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The meeting was also attended by Deputy Governor Dr. James Lowasa, DCS Mohamed Boru, Municipal Manager Osman Halake, and other county officials, further underscoring the county government’s dedication to advancing women’s empowerment.
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