Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining And Digital Economy
BEFMDE
About
This department provides fisheries extension, seed bulking, landing stations, and enforcement of regulations. It develops a Blue Economy Policy Framework, promotes sustainable use of freshwater resources, and manages mining. The ICT subsector delivers digital infrastructure, hubs, e-government services, and ecommerce. The objective is to optimize wetland resources for wealth creation and accelerate employment from water bodies, riparian areas, and digital platforms.
Vision
To Make Homa Bay County A Vibrant And Modernized Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining And Digital Economy Hub
Mission
To Improve The Living Condition Of The People Of Homa Bay County Through Sustainable Exploitation Of Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mineral And Ict Resources To Attract Investment And Create Employment Opportunities Within The County
Key Objectives
1
Increase institutional capacity in service delivery
2
Develop and utilize blue economy resources for wealth and employment creation
3
Conserve and develop fisheries resources
4
Explore and utilize mineral resources for socio-economic development
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Provide ICT and digital infrastructure for efficient service delivery and socio-economic development
Directorates
Directorate 1
Directorate of Blue Economy and Fisheries
Directorate 2
Directorate of Digital Economy.
Directorate 3
Directorate of Mining
Leadership
Departmental Leadership
Sarah Malit
CECM - Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining and Digital Economy — Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining And Digital Economy
CECM - Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining and Digital Economy
Our Commitment to Service
Hon. Sarah Atieno Malit is one of the three women serving in the current Homa Bay County Executive Committee and remains one of the most visible champions of the county’s flagship Blue Economy agenda. She brings strong enthusiasm, grassroots engagement, and practical leadership to a portfolio that is central to Homa Bay’s identity and long-term economic transformation, particularly due to the county’s extensive Lake Victoria shoreline.
She initially served from November 2022 to January 2025 as the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Gender Equality, Inclusivity, Youth, Sports, Talent Development, Cultural Heritage and Social Services. In January 2025, following a major cabinet reshuffle, she was appointed CECM for Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining and Digital Economy—placing her at the helm of one of the county’s most strategically important sectors.
Since taking up the Blue Economy docket, Hon. Malit has overseen key initiatives aimed at strengthening aquaculture and ensuring sustainable utilization of Lake Victoria resources. Under her leadership, the county has embraced cage fish farming as an innovative response to declining wild fish stocks. She has been a leading advocate of the national government’s fish cage programme in Homa Bay and played a prominent role in celebrating the historic first harvest of 33 tonnes by the Ngeri Community Concession Group in December 2025.
Her leadership style is marked by strong community engagement and hands-on involvement in field activities, including fisheries licensing and the promotion of sustainable freshwater resource management.
Chief Officers
Chief Officer - Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining and Digital Economy
Kennedy Odhiambo Ojala
Chief Officer - Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining and Digital Economy, Kennedy Odhiambo Ojala plays a key role in the administration and strategic direction of the Blue Economy, Fisheries, Mining And Digital Economy.