The Staff Sensitization Workshop on National Integration and Cohesion took place in July 2025 in Machakos County. The session was opened with inspiring remarks from key committee members of the National Cohesion and Values Committee, and their remarks set the tone for a thoughtful and impactful discussion.
With a focus on enhancing service delivery within the Authority; National Cohesion & Values Committee focal persons Ms. Riziki Mukami and Ms. Ruth Kasimbu together with their committee members from the Authority, coordinated the workshop on the implementation of national values and principles of governance with support of the Directorate of National Cohesion and Values under the Executive Office of the President. Enforcing National Values and Principles of Governance throughout the government is the responsibility of the Directorate of National Cohesion and Values.
This workshop was led by Mr. Avetsa Kerosho from the Directorate office, who engaged staff in comprehensive sessions on the foundations of National Cohesion and Integration, including an overview of Sessional Paper No. 9 of 2013, Kenya’s key policy framework on the subject; whilst Mr. Amos Olempaka facilitated sessions focusing on strategies for promoting national cohesion and integration.
Trained staff appreciated the training noting that it had equipped them with essential skills that will help in day-to-day operations. This will not only improve service delivery but
apply them to the Authority’s primary mandate of developing national public water works for flood control and water resource storage on behalf of the national government. The seventeen national values include: Patriotism, National Unity, Sharing and Devolution of Power, The Rule of Law, Democracy and Participation of the People, Human Dignity, Equity, Social Justice, Inclusivity, Equality, Human Rights, Non-discrimination, Protection of the Marginalized, Good Governance, Integrity, Transparency and Accountability, and Sustainable Development.
The discussions focused on strengthening national identity, addressing divisive tendencies, and advancing inclusive strategies that unite us under the banner of One Kenya, One People. NWHSA continues to build bridges, celebrate diversity, and uphold the values that bind us as one nation. Kenya’s national values are fundamental in determining the social, political, and economic climate of the nation. These principles, which are frequently reflected in constitutional and societal norms, direct the actions of people and organizations in a way that promotes harmony and growth.
In addition, staff can now undertake a role in promotion, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation of National Values and Principles of Governance within the Authority.
