A Journey Through Murang’a and Mwea Tebere – Lessons from Kenya’s Agricultural Heartlands 🌾

Today I had the privilege of visiting Murang’a and the famous Mwea Tebere Irrigation Scheme, and honestly, the experience left me with so many lessons and reflections about our country, our people, and the role of agriculture in shaping livelihoods. 🌍🌾

First stop was Murang’a County – the land of green hills, endless tea and coffee plantations, and hardworking farmers who depend on the soil for survival. As I walked around the highlands, I could feel the richness of the volcanic soils, the cool breeze, and the strong sense of community. Murang’a is not just about farming; it’s also about culture, resilience, and history. You meet people who wake up every day with hope, tending their small farms, knowing that whatever they harvest will feed their children and educate the next generation.

From there, I headed to Mwea Tebere Irrigation Scheme in Kirinyaga, and this is where the power of organized farming really hit me. Stretching across thousands of hectares, Mwea is the heartbeat of rice farming in Kenya. I was amazed at how water from the Thiba and Nyamindi rivers is directed through canals to nourish the green paddies, turning the land into a sea of rice. 🚜🌱 Farmers here work hand in hand, through cooperatives, to grow and market their rice—especially the famous “Pishori” that so many of us enjoy on our tables. 

Walking through the paddies, I saw more than just rice. I saw hope, unity, and progress. I saw how irrigation has turned once dry areas into productive farms that feed millions of Kenyans. I saw how farmers, when supported with the right infrastructure, can transform entire economies.

This visit reminded me of three key truths:

✅ Agriculture is true wealth – it sustains life and builds futures.

✅ Unity brings success – organized farmers achieve far more together.

✅ Agribusiness is the future – with proper irrigation, technology, and support, Kenya can feed itself and even the world.

Leaving Mwea, I felt proud of the resilience of Kenyan farmers. These two places—Murang’a and Mwea Tebere—are proof that with hard work, planning, and vision, our people can rise above challenges and create opportunities for generations to come. 🙌

Murang’a taught me about resilience.

Mwea Tebere taught me about transformation.

And together, they reminded me that Kenya’s strength is in her land and her people. 💚🇰🇪