Migori Industrial Park Signals County’s Push for Agro-Industrial Growth

Kenya, 21 January 2026 - Migori County is steadily positioning itself as an emerging agro-industrial hub following the near-completion of the Migori County Aggregation and Industrial Park (CAIP), a flagship project jointly funded by the national and county governments at a cost of KSh 500 million.

Under the partnership framework, the national government contributed Sh250 million while the Migori County Government matched it with an equal amount.

Out of the 18 counties that benefited from the national CAIP rollout, Migori has emerged as the national frontrunner, with the project currently 90% complete—placing it first in terms of implementation progress.

The industrial park is expected to fundamentally change how agricultural produce is handled in the county by shifting farmers from raw produce sales to value addition, aggregation, processing, and structured market access.

Once operational, the facility will support value addition for key agricultural products such as rice, fish, potatoes, meat, and other farm outputs, targeting both domestic and export markets.

Governor Ochilo Ayacko has consistently framed the project as a deliberate economic intervention rather than a political statement, saying its core intent is to unlock Migori’s agricultural potential and create sustainable livelihoods.

“This project is about giving our farmers dignity and better returns. We want Migori’s produce to compete nationally and internationally through value addition,” Ayacko said, adding that the industrial park would reduce post-harvest losses and stabilize prices for farmers.

Beyond agriculture, the governor has used the project to signal Migori’s readiness for private investment, calling on local and international investors to physically visit the county and explore emerging opportunities.