2.1 Study Area

1.6 Structure of this Report

Following this introduction, the report is structured as follows:

> Chapter 2 provides a summary of key findings from the Diagnostics Report, which forms the basis for the development of the UEP. Summaries of the planning context, the demographic and economic profiles and the infrastructure and environmental assessments are presented. The section details the key challenges and drivers for growth, identifying Kerugoya-Kutus’ key sectors. > Chapter 3 introduces the Kerugoya-Kutus’ development concept introducing the Green Blue approach and how it aligns to economic actions and infrastructure proposals.

It is supported by the economic vision developed by local stakeholders. > Chapter 4 set outs the Economic Development Plan. Each of the key sectors is presented with a summary of its SWOT analysis and a Sector Action Plan. The priority Value Chain (VC) projects are then set out in detail. > Chapter 5 outlines the Development Framework of the

Green Blue Infrastructure projects and interventions that have been identified for enabling urban and economic growth within Kerugoya-Kutus. > Chapter 6 presents a range of implementation considerations to support the next stages of the

SUED Programme. The report is supported by a series of appendices, in which:

Appendix A – KKM Diagnostic Report

The purpose of the report is to assess the current position of the economy and state of infrastructure, alongside the regional, national and international context, before the consideration of emerging economic growth opportunities and infrastructure needs.

Appendix B – Technical Briefing Paper

This captures the process followed from identification to assessment of growth opportunities for Kerugoya-Kutus and provides recommendations on those with the greatest potential to maximise benefits and to be developed further. The contents of this report will form the backbone of the UEP.

Appendix C – KKM Gender and Social Inclusion Study

This study was a key part of the diagnostic process and engaged with special interest groups through interviews and focus group discussions. The study identified the groups that are excluded in socio-economic activities in Kerugoya-Kutus and explored how and why they are excluded. The Study made a series of recommendations for the SUED programme to ensure inclusion and to address the multiple barriers (communication, physical, attitudinal and organisational) that these groups face.

Appendix D – Climate Vulnerability Assessment

This has been undertaken to outline the climate vulnerability context for the selected infrastructure projects to be developed in Kerugoya-Kutus. The Climate Vulnerability Assessment will complement associated pre-feasibility and feasibility study.