Kitui County continues to demonstrate a steady trajectory of structured planning and development, as shown by a series of Annual Development Plans (ADPs) published between 2017 and 2027. The documents, prepared in compliance with Article 220(2) of the Constitution and the Public Finance Management Act, outline yearly priorities, achievements, and challenges under the broader County Integrated Development Plans (CIDPs).
The latest ADP for the 2026/2027 financial year reveals notable progress across multiple sectors. Community-level infrastructure development recorded more than 300 completed projects, while the county stepped up water access through the construction of 80 sand dams, 9 sump wells, and 12 newly drilled and equipped boreholes. Major facilities such as the Kitui Industrial Park and ultra-modern stadiums in Kivou and Kyóani also showed significant construction milestones. The county additionally expanded security lighting, electricity connectivity, and tree-planting efforts, reinforcing its commitment to green and safe communities.
Earlier ADPs, including those for 2025/2026 and 2024/2025, highlight strong achievements in social support, education, healthcare, and security. These include pro-poor scholarship programmes benefiting thousands of learners, completion of ward administration offices, establishment of border police stations, upgrades to Mwingi Level IV Hospital, installation of ICU and trauma units at the Kitui County Referral Hospital, and advancing the Kitui County Industrial Park. Water access also featured prominently through sand dams, borehole repairs, and expansion of the Kangukangu–Mutomo–Ikutha water project.
Historical ADPs from 2018 to 2023 demonstrate how Kitui’s planning has evolved from laying foundational infrastructure to targeting more complex service delivery improvements. Despite challenges—most notably the COVID-19 pandemic which affected public participation and slowed implementation—the county maintained progress in agricultural support, road maintenance, youth empowerment, energy access, and health investments. Each plan was developed through public participation mechanisms, with residents’ views incorporated through notices, forums, and submissions at local offices.
Collectively, the ADPs reflect a county steadily working toward inclusive growth, improved service delivery, and long-term resilience. With the 2023–2027 CIDP guiding current priorities, Kitui continues to align its programmes with citizen needs while leveraging partnerships and county revenue to drive development across all wards.