County Assembly of Mombasa has passed a motion on the establishment of childcare centers in county markets through the department of Youth, Gender and Social Services.
The motion mover, Milka Ngare urged the department to take proactive measures to promote gender equality by facilitating mothers participation in economic activities.
"Allocation of funds from the County budget to support the establishment and operations of childcare centers within markets will ensure accessibility and affordability of childcare services for all mothers", Ngare stated.
She underscored that Mombasa County Government mandates the establishment of a robust monitoring and evaluation framework, through available County legislation for daycare centers.
The framework will focus on assessing the quality of care provided, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, monitoring the well-being of the children enrolled in the centers.
Establishing the centers in Kongowea and Mackinnon markets will create safe environment where children will be well monitored, allowing mothers to work effectively.
Ngare enlightened Members that counties like Kitui, Busia, kajiado and Kiambu have already implemented similar initiatives with Tharaka Nithi County in the process of building market centers with childcare facilities.
Members advocated for engagements with market vendors and stakeholders for effective implementation and suitability of childcare centers within county markets.
