Webuye West village celebrates livestock milestone with cattle dip

Philanthropist Joseph Lendrix Waswa during the launch of the Simalabandu Cattle Dip in in Matulo Ward, Webuye West Constituency/HANDOUT

A wave of optimism has swept through Makhele B Village in Matulo Ward, Webuye West Constituency, following the official launch of the Simalabandu Cattle Dip.

The facility is aimed at revolutionising livestock farming in the region.

The project, spearheaded by the Joseph Waswa Foundation, is part of a broader community-driven effort to enhance livestock health and improve the livelihoods of small-scale farmers.

Coming just weeks after the commissioning of the Manani Cattle Dip, the launch marks the second major intervention in tackling livestock diseases and promoting rural economic development.

Philanthropist Joseph Lendrix Waswa was joined at the launch by Matulo Ward MCA Steve Kaiser, Sitikho Ward MCA aspirant Tonny Wandera, and other local leaders in a ceremony that brought together hundreds of residents.

“Our people depend on livestock for their daily sustenance. This project is about restoring dignity and supporting our farmers to work more efficiently,” said Waswa. “Through the project, we are translating promises into practical solutions that make a real difference on the ground.”

Local leaders praised the move as a timely and much-needed intervention. Kaiser underscored the dip's role in strengthening the local economy.

“This cattle dip is a major boost for our farmers. For years, we have lost animals to preventable diseases. With this project, we are safeguarding not just livestock but the economic backbone of our community,” he noted.

Residents of Makhele B were equally enthusiastic. Mary Nafula, a small-scale farmer, said the new cattle dip would save both time and money.

“We used to take our animals to faraway places to dip them, spending time and money. Now we can do it right here in the village. We are truly grateful,” she said.

Philanthropist Joseph Lendrix Waswa at the Simalabandu Cattle Dip in in Matulo Ward, Webuye West Constituency/HANDOUT

Wandera lauded the initiative’s focus on inclusive and community-led development.

“This project demonstrates leadership that focuses on impact rather than politics. It’s about service and real empowerment,” he remarked.

With only Misikhu and Bokoli Wards remaining, the Joseph Waswa Foundation is close to completing its first phase of cattle dip projects across Webuye West. The goal, according to Waswa, is to ensure that every farmer in the constituency has access to disease-control services for their livestock.

“Development is not about words but about action,” he said. “Together, we can build a constituency where every farmer, youth, and family can thrive.”

Beyond livestock farming, the Foundation also used the launch event to roll out a youth empowerment initiative targeting bodaboda operators.

One of the beneficiaries, Peter Wekesa, a bodaboda operator, welcomed the support.