Ethanga Clan National Patron and Kyangwithya West ward MCA Hon. Christopher Nzilu Nzioka on Friday led the newly elected Ethanga Clan Governing Council in a key meeting aimed at setting the clan’s strategic plan, budget, and development priorities for the year.

The meeting, chaired by National Chairman Councillor Pius Mwaka and attended by members of the Governing Council, focused on strengthening the clan’s unity, improving governance structures, and laying down strategies to ensure sustainable progress and cohesion among members across the country.

Speaking after the meeting, Hon. Nzilu Nzioka, noted that the Ethanga Clan has a wide national presence, with members spread across various counties beyond the Ukambani region. “In the meeting, I have realized that this clan is very big. We even have our people in other areas away from the Ukambani region, including Taita-Taveta County, Kwale, Kilifi, Mwea, and other parts of Kenya,” he said.

The patron called on all Ethanga Clan members in Kitui County and across the country to fully support and work closely with the Governing Council, noting that unity and collective participation are key to strengthening  the clan’s unity, preserve it’s identity and development. “Every person has his or her own identity, and that identity is the clan that you come from. I urge everyone to go back and reconnect with their origin and support their clan,” he added.

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Hon. Nzilu Nzioka further revealed that the Governing Council had outlined plans to modernize the clan’s structures in line with the changing world. He added that the clan will prioritize education, while also ensuring that younger generations are taught their cultural values, traditions, and customs.

In his address, Ethanga Clan National Chairman Councillor Pius Mwaka reiterated the council’s commitment to uplifting the clan through education, describing it as a key pillar for future growth and empowerment. “As a clan, we have prioritized educating our children using our own resources and support from well-wishers so that we can have an educated generation capable of uplifting and steering this clan forward,” said Councillor Mwaka.

He also announced plans by the clan to sponsor at least 5 students every year in each county where Ethanga Clan members reside, as part of efforts to promote academic excellence and create opportunities for young people.

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National Secretary General Nzoli Kiluta also reaffirmed the council’s commitment to strengthening governance and modernizing the clan’s operations in line with current leadership and organizational standards.

The Governing Council expressed optimism that the new strategic plans and initiatives will enhance unity, preserve cultural heritage, and position the Ethanga Clan for growth and prosperity in the years ahead.

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