Simon Kachapin
Simon Kachapin is the Governor of West Pokot County in Kenya, a region that has faced significant challenges such as poverty and insecurity due to cattle rustling and banditry. His leadership has been pivotal in addressing these issues and advocating for community development, particularly through educational initiatives. Kachapin has been actively involved in improving the lives of the Pokot people, as highlighted by his recent appearance before the County Public Accounts Committee, where discussions focused on the transformative impact of bursary funds for the community.
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West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin said the county government would fully equip the hospital with modern medical equipment to improve maternal healthcare services in the area.
New maternity hospital brings relief to mothers in Kiwawa Ward
Kenya· 2026-05-28
Simon Kachapin is the Governor of West Pokot who is part of the group facing audit queries.
Senators grill 18 governors over auditor's queriesKenya· 2026-02-07
Simon Kachapin is the Governor of West Pokot who was questioned about a budgeted wage bill exceeding legal requirements.
Governors on the spot over expenditure of billions of shillingsKenya· 2026-02-04
West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin said the disease has particularly affected young girls subjected to female genital mutilation and early marriages.
West Pokot women suffer in silence as obstetric fistula ravages their livesKenya· 2026-02-02
West Pokot governor Simon Kachapin appeared before the County Public Accounts Committee at Parliament buildings.
Pokot South residents oppose relocation of collapsed Chepareria TTIKenya· 2025-08-28
Governor Simon Kachapin highlighted his administration’s efforts in improving the education sector at the county level.
Free basic education is a standing policy, PS BitokKenya· 2025-08-01
Simon Kachapin is the governor of West Pokot and appeared before the County Public Accounts Committee.
From despair to dreams: How bursary funds are transforming the Pokot communityKenya· 2025-07-05