The Frontier Counties Development Council
Is a regional development initiative that focuses on the socio-economic growth and empowerment of the frontier or arid and semi-arid areas of Kenya. The organization primarily works in the counties of northeastern Kenya, which are characterized by environmental challenges, underdevelopment, and
historical neglect. FCDC aims to address the developmental gaps in these regions by coordinating government efforts, engaging local communities, and promoting sustainable economic activities.
FCDC
Formation & Objectives
FCDC was established in 2016 as a non governmental organization (NGO) to facilitate the development of the frontier counties in Kenya. Its main goal is to promote development in the counties that are typically marginalized or underdeveloped. The council seeks to improve the standard of living for the people in these counties through poverty alleviation programs, provision of basic services, infrastructure development, and environmental conservation.
The key objectives of FCDC include:
Coordinating development efforts
Across the northeastern and frontier counties to achieve shared growth and development
Promoting socio-economic empowerment
Through investments in education, healthcare, water, and sanitation, and other basic services.
Policies
Advocating policies that address the unique challenges faced by the frontier
Enhancing security
In the region by supporting initiatives that foster peace and stability.
Environmental
conservation and sustainable land management practices to address challenges of climate change.
FCDC Timeline
FCDC FORMATION
FCDC was established in 2016 as a non governmental organization (NGO) to facilitate the development of the frontier counties in Kenya.
FCDC MEMBERSHIP
The forum expanded it's memebership to ten counties and welcoming Samburu, Turkana and West Pokot
FCDC PATNERSHIPS
Substantial growth in strategic partnerships, activities, services and human resources across various sectors. Key focus areas included Agriculture and Livestock.
FCDC EDUCATION & GOVERNANCE
significant progress for the Education and Governance Sector of FCDC. Despite challenges, the sector has laid a solid foundation for transformative change, driving collaboration, innovation, and impact across Kenya’s ASAL region.
