History of the ISK Coast Branch
The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) Coast Branch was established in 2004 under the leadership of the then –ISK National Chairman Surv. Ibrahim Mwathane. The branch was officially launched on 14th May 2004, at Mombasa Beach Hotel, graced by the then-Minister for Local Government, Hon. Karisa Maitha.
The Coast Branch serves six counties: Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Taita Taveta, Tana River, and Lamu. With a membership of 150 professionals from all ISK chapters, it focuses on regional surveying activities in Mombasa and the broader Coastal region. The branch was created to bring ISK services closer to members, boost visibility through outreach, popularize ISK activities, and organize events such as luncheons, dinners, and public forums on land policies.
ISK Coast Branch Location
The Branch is based on the 9th Floor, NSSF Building, Nkrumah Road, Mombasa.
The Branch’s Core Objectives
Past Leadership
|
Year |
Chairperson |
|
2004 –
2005 |
Ag.
Josephine Osodo |
|
2005 –
2006 |
Maina
Chege |
|
2006 –
2007 |
Josephine
Osodo |
|
2008 –
2009 |
Thomas
Mukhwana |
|
2010 –
2011 |
Paul
Wambua |
|
2012 –
2013 |
Joel
Ombati |
|
2014 –
2017 |
Rashid
Shake |
|
2018- 2022 |
Maina
Rwingo |
|
2023 –
Present |
Blaise
Musau |
History of the ISK Western Branch
The Western Branch was formally approved by the ISK National Council in 2013 as part of the Institution’s strategy to decentralize its operations and expand outreach. It opened its regional office in Kisumu in 2016 under the national chairmanship of Mr. Stephen Odongo Ambani, who presided over the inaugural opening ceremony and the first regional dinner. This marked the beginning of structured branch activities, including regular meetings, capacity‑building events, and professional forums.
The ISK Western Branch is a regional arm of the national Institution, delivering professional surveying services, advocacy, and networking to practitioners in Western Kenya. It serves members across 10 counties: Kisumu, Kakamega, Bungoma, Busia, Vihiga, Siaya, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, and Nyamira. The Branch bridges the national secretariat with local surveyors, government agencies, and land-related stakeholders.
ISK Western Branch Location
The Branch is based on the 2nd Floor, Sifa House, Kibuye Mission Road.
The Branch’s Key Activities
Past Leadership
NAME | YEAR |
Philip Odongo Kabita | 2013 – 2015 |
Maurice Lishenga | 2015 -2017 |
Luke Okeyo Madende | 2017 – 2019 |
Wycliffe O. Ong’onge | 2019 – 2023 |
Daniel Madegwa | 2023 – 2025 |
Nicholas Ongwae | 2025 – Present |
History of the ISK South Rift Branch
The ISK South Rift Branch had its origins in a cocktail function held in Nakuru in October 2012. What began as an informal gathering of surveying professionals from the region would go on to lay the foundation for one of ISK’s active regional branches.
The South Rift Branch serves ISK members and the public across a broad area of the Rift Valley region. Counties covered by the branch include: Nakuru County — Branch Headquarters, Nyandarua County, Narok County, Kericho County, Bomet County, Baringo County.
ISK South Rift Branch Location
1st Floor, Room 207, Loncom House, Lower Bedi Road, Nakuru City.
The Branch’s Key Activities
Past Leadership
Year | Chairperson |
2013-2019 | Mr. Joseph M. Inoti |
2019-2025 | Mr. Mungai Wa Njenga |
2025-Present | Mr. Joseph Mutua |