Oyugis Municipality
Oyugis Municipality
Oyugis, located in Kenya, serves as the bustling commercial and financial hub of Rachuonyo South District in Homa Bay County. Positioned approximately 20 kilometers north of Kisii town, Oyugis is easily accessible via the major A1 Highway, which runs from the Isebnaia border with Tanzania to the Lokichoggio border with South Sudan. Additionally, inter-county roads, such as C26 connecting Oyugis to Kendu Bay and C18 linking Oyugis to Homa Bay Town via Rangwe, facilitate transportation within the region.
With a population of 52,433, including 9,084 classified as urban, Oyugis is an important urban center in the area. It falls under the administrative jurisdiction of Kasipul Constituency, along with Kabondo-Kasipul. The town comprises five County Assembly wards: West Kamagak, East Kamagak, West Kasipul, Central Kasipul, and South Kasipul. Administratively, Oyugis is part of Kasipul division, which, together with Kabondo, forms the Rachuonyo South District.
In recent years, the town has experienced rapid growth, attributed in part to the establishment of Homa Bay County government in 2013. The municipality serves as a vibrant and dynamic center of commerce and education, playing a vital role in the economic and social fabric of the region.
Oyugis Municipality
P.O Box 352-40222
Contact: +254716480935
E-mail: [email protected]
https://homabay.go.ke/department/oyugis-municipality
Operating Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Municipal Board Members
- Cavin Oyugi Ongere - Municipal Manager
- Davis Abilla - Board Chair
- Mary A. Gaya - Vice Chair
- Charles Obondo - Member
- Dr. Peter Ogola - Member
- George Olweya - Member
- Solomon Ouko - Member
- Dan O. Were - Member
- Jared O. Achieng'a - Member
- Grace A. Odingo - Member
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Mr. Cavin Oyugi Ongere
Designation: Municipal Manager
| Oyugi Cavin Ongere is a top researcher in Governance, Actuarial Science, and Applied Statistics. He has over 10 years of experience in leadership and management, and is ambitious and ever-committed to contributing to his area of research. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Nairobi. He is currently pursuing a PhD. in applied statistics (final year) and CS – KASNEB (Intermediate level). |
Mr. Elly Abongo Ochieng
Designation: Superintending Engineer
| Elly Abongo Ochieng is a registered Civil Engineer and Environmentalist with over five years of experience in civil works, structural works and environmental conservation. These include project planning and management, structural design and analysis and site supervision of works. He previously worked at Kenya National Highways Authority - KeNHA and Homa Bay Municipality under the State Department of Housing and Urban Development. He holds a BSc in Civil Engineering from Technical University of Mombasa and pursuing MSc in Environmental Science at Maseno University. |
PLN Onguso M. Maina
Designation: Principal Physical Planner
Planner Onguso Maina is an experienced urban and regional planner with over 15 years of expertise in sustainability, including urban agriculture, climate change, housing, transportation, environmental management, urban design, governance, and planning law. Holding advanced training in Urban and Regional Planning and a Master’s in Sustainable Urban Development, he has contributed to diverse projects for NGOs, regional bodies, county and national governments, and private entities. Notable works include research for UNHCR and NCCK at Kakuma Refugee Camp, consulting on Konza Techno City’s Master Plan, and urban planning for Kiambu and Tharaka Nithi counties. Known for his strong analytical skills, communication, and dedication to diversity and legislative principles, he is committed to sustainable urban solutions. |
Mr. Tobias Ouma Mboya
Designation: Environment Officer
Tobias Ouma Mboya is an accomplished expert in environment, climate change, and project management with over seven years of experience in the County Government of Homa Bay. Currently serving in Oyugis Municipality, he previously oversaw environmental and climate change issues in Rachuonyo South Sub-County, managing projects, conducting public forums, and enforcing environmental laws. Tobias has contributed to drafting key policies and plans, including the Homa Bay County Climate Change Policy, Climate Change Act, and Solid Waste Management frameworks. He is skilled in policy formulation, solid waste management, and environmental education, with experience in donor-funded projects like FLLoCA. Holding a master’s degree in project planning and management and a bachelor’s in environmental studies, he is also a certified Environmental Inspector and EIA Expert. |
Mr. Odhiambo Valentine Odoyo
Designation: Social Development Officer
| Odhiambo Valentine Odoyo is a Social Development professional with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Public Administration, and Psychology from the University of Nairobi. He holds diplomas in Monitoring and Evaluation, Leadership and Management, and Project Planning in Global Health from the University of Washington. He has experience in stakeholder engagement, community participation, gender and social inclusion, grievance redress mechanisms, and social risk management within municipal and donor funded programs. Valentine is a member of FAWE Kenya and CUTS International, supporting girls’ and women’s education, clean energy policy advocacy, and community sensitization initiatives in Oyugis Municipality. His professional approach emphasizes inclusive urban development and compliance with National programs and World Bank Standards. |
Mr. Lameck Olweya
Designation: Procurement Officer
| Mr. Lameck Olweya Is an expert in supply chain management, specializing in supervising purchases, warehouse, distribution, stock control and logistics, market surveys, records management, managing vendor relations and overseeing invoice approvals. His experience in supply chain management spans over 16 years with 10 years at the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development and 6 years at the County Government of Homa Bay. He holds a Holds a Diploma in Purchasing and Supply chain Management. Mr. Olweya is a registered Supply Chain Management Officer by the Kenya Institute of Supply Chain Management. |
CPA Mercy Ogwenya
Designation: Accountant
| Ms. Mercy Ogwenya is a highly knowledgeable and motivated accountant with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Banking and Finance major from the University of Eldoret. She is also a certified public accountant of Kenya (CPAK). Ms. Ogwenya is a dynamic and result-oriented accountant with the highest levels of integrity and professionalism. Ms. Ogwenya is dedicated to providing exemplary work and supporting the overall mission of the municipality. She brings a wealth of experience in accounting to the municipality |
Mr. Vincent Odhiambo Odera
Designation: Human Resources Officer
| Mr Vincent Odhiambo Odera is a highly knowledgeable and motivated Human Resource Officer with a diploma in Human Resource Management from Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology. He is much flexible and focused and always maintains a calm and professional demeanor. He has experienced with the County Government of Homabay having previously worked as an assistant Human Resource Rachuonyo South Sub County. He is much dedicated and driven to providing exemplary work and supporting the overall mission of the Municipality. |
BOARD MEMBERS
Davis Abilla - Board Chairperson
| Holds Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Business from University of Eastern Africa, Baraton. Worked as a Credit controller at National Oil Corporation, also worked as credit manager at Mobil oil Kenya |
Mary Anyango Gaya - Vice Chairperson
| Holds a Diploma in Human resource Management from Mount Kenya University and Certificate in County Governance from Bondo University college. She served as a nominated member of the county assembly of Homa Bay in the Second Assembly |
Grace Anyango Odingo - Board Member
| Grace Anyango Odingo was born on 1st January 1962 went through education and attained diploma in Early Child Development (ECD) in 2013. She started working in Oyugis Primary till the year 1977 later transferred to Wire Primary School where she served till her retirement in 2022. |
Florence Agutu Ochieng - Board Member
| Florence Agutu Ochieng was born in the year 12th September 1981. Attained a Diploma in Education the year 2009, later got a Bachelor’s Degree in Education Arts in 2013. Currently works as an ECD Supervisor in Kanyamua Kosewe Ward, Ndhiwa from 2014 |
Dan Ochieng Were - Board Member
| Holds a Diploma in Purchasing and supplies from Kenya Institute of Management. He served as an elected member of Homa Bay County Assembly in second Assembly. He worked as Human Resource and Administrative Assistant at the Kenya National Highway Authority. He is a Chairperson Finance Committee |
Solomon Ouko - Member
| Holds a Bachelor Degree in Education from University of Nairobi, Advanced Public Administration, senior Management Course. He served as an advisor to Governor of Kakamega on Land matters, also served as a Deputy Provincial Commissioner Rift valley. He’s the Chairperson of Human Resource Committee |
George Olweya - Board Member
| Holds a Master Degree in Education from Kenyatta University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Moi University. He served as Principal at Nyawita Mixed Secondary school. He is the Chairperson of Audit Committee |
Jared Ouma Ochieng - Board Member
| Holds a certificate in Electrical Installation and Electrician from Ramogi Institute. Worked at Ready consultancy Company Ltd at Migori county Energy Department. He is the Chairperson of Technical and Strategy committee |
Charles Obondo - Board Member
| A professional, ambitious and highly skilled in the field of urban planning, management and development with over 10 years working experience. Holds a Bachelor Degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Maseno University. |
Mission
The Board is Working to Make Oyugis Municipality more Attractive and Sustainable through Effective Policy Formulation and Implementation."
Vision
The Board Envisions "A Municipality of Choice for All to Invest, Work, Live and Prosper In."
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