Students from Sino Girls Junior Secondary School in Mwatate were hosted today by the Taita Taveta County Assembly as part of an educational tour aimed at enhancing civic understanding and leadership awareness among young learners. The visit offered the students a firsthand experience of the legislative process within the devolved system of governance.

Observing House Proceedings

During the morning session, the students had the rare opportunity to sit in the public gallery and observe live proceedings of the House. This gave them a practical understanding of how elected Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) debate, make decisions, and represent their constituents.

The students were accompanied and guided by the County Assembly’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Terman Mwambela, who took them through the structure and functions of the Assembly. He explained the legislative, oversight, and representative roles played by MCAs in promoting good governance and development within the county.

Interactive Learning and Community Engagement

An interactive session followed, allowing the students to ask questions about topics relevant to their studies and daily lives. The session provided a platform for open discussion and increased awareness of the importance of civic participation.In a statement shared by the Taita Taveta County Assembly, the institution emphasized the importance of community engagement and nurturing informed future leaders.

“The County Assembly encourages more engagements with the community, by inspiring a new generation of leaders and citizens who are informed, and who are active participants in governance,” the statement read.

Such initiatives reflect the Assembly’s ongoing commitment to civic education and building public trust in county institutions. The school visit left the students more knowledgeable, empowered, and inspired to take part in shaping their communities in the future.