The County Government of Kisumu, in collaboration with the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), today brought together key stakeholders for a multi-stakeholder workshop focused on strengthening food systems planning, coordination, and investment.
Held at the Sunset Hotel in Kisumu, the workshop centered on applying the Tracking Financial Flows to Food Systems (3FS) methodology to improve sustainable financing across the county.
The workshop drew a diverse group of participants, including representatives from the County Government, development partners, the private sector, academia, and civil society, all uniting to foster dialogue on resilient food systems.
During the sessions, Monica Oyanga, a County nutritionist, introduced the 3FS methodology, while Eric Ogadho shared key insights designed to support evidence-based decision-making and strategic investments.
High-ranking officials graced the meeting, led by the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture, Irrigation, Livestock, Fisheries and Blue Economy; the CECM for Tourism, Trade and Cooperatives; the Chief Officer for Agriculture, County Directors for Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Blue Economy and GAIN’s Deputy Country Director.
Participants also explored several ongoing local initiatives driving food systems transformation. Presentations featured the Cassava Project by Self Help Africa, the Changemaker Project detailed by Principal Investigator Joseph Amoke, and a foundational overview of the food systems concept delivered by Dr. Samwel Omondi of Maseno University.
Day one of the workshop concluded as a vital milestone in solidifying partnerships and promoting coordinated efforts toward building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient food future for the residents of Kisumu County.
