Date

2025-11-04

Summary

The West Pokot Regulation is currently in the Legal Authority stage, where the focus is on establishing the formal mandate and confirming the statutory powers required for its implementation. At this phase, legal reviews are conducted to ensure the regulation aligns with national laws, county frameworks, and existing policy structures. Key stakeholders validate the legitimacy of the proposed regulatory actions, assess compliance requirements, and confirm that the county has the authority to enact and enforce the provisions. This stage ensures the regulation is legally sound before moving forward to drafting and adoption.

Date

2025-11-07

Summary

The West Pokot Water Regulation is currently in the Drafting of Regulations stage, where technical teams and legal experts are developing the detailed provisions that will guide water management in the county. During this phase, the focus is on translating policy intentions into clear, actionable regulatory frameworks that address water access, usage, conservation, and governance. Stakeholder inputs are incorporated to ensure the regulations are practical, equitable, and aligned with both county priorities and national water laws. This stage lays the foundation for creating a comprehensive and enforceable set of rules that will later move to validation and approval.

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Yes

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It was done well.

Date

2025-11-14

Summary

The West Pokot Water Regulation is currently in the Public Participation stage, where community members, stakeholders, and sector experts are actively engaged to provide feedback on the proposed water management framework. This phase ensures that the regulation reflects local needs, priorities, and realities by gathering insights from residents, water users, civil society, and county representatives. Through public forums, consultations, and written submissions, stakeholders help refine the draft regulation, identify gaps, and strengthen provisions related to access, sustainability, and governance. The feedback collected during this stage is essential for shaping a balanced and inclusive regulation before it proceeds to final review and approval.

Date

2025-11-17

Summary

The West Pokot Water Regulation is currently in the Cabinet Approval stage, where the drafted regulation has been submitted to the County Executive Committee for formal consideration and endorsement. At this point, the County Cabinet reviews the proposed provisions to ensure they align with county priorities, budgetary implications, and legal requirements. The approval process involves evaluating the regulation’s impact on water governance, service delivery, sustainability, and community welfare. Once the Cabinet grants its approval, the regulation will proceed to the County Assembly for debate and potential enactment, marking a key milestone in advancing effective water management in West Pokot.

Date

2025-11-18

Summary

The West Pokot Water Regulation is now in the County Assembly Committee Review stage, where the draft regulation undergoes a detailed examination by the relevant Assembly committee. During this phase, committee members analyze the proposed provisions to ensure they are legally sound, practical, and aligned with county development objectives and national water laws. The committee may invite technical experts, stakeholders, and members of the public to provide additional insights that help refine the regulation. This stage is crucial for strengthening the regulatory framework before it is presented to the full County Assembly for debate and possible enactment.

Date

2025-11-19

Summary

The West Pokot Water Regulation is currently in the County Assembly stage, where the full Assembly reviews, debates, and considers the regulation for adoption. At this point, Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) examine the committee’s recommendations, discuss the implications of the proposed water governance framework, and assess its alignment with county priorities and community needs. The Assembly may propose amendments, seek clarifications, or call for further stakeholder input before proceeding to the final vote. This stage is critical, as approval by the County Assembly moves the regulation closer to formal enactment and implementation across West Pokot.

Date

2025-11-21

Gazetted Regulation