Residents of Mfangano Island in Homa Bay County have petitioned the Senate for a government-owned ferry service between Mbita and Mfangano Island, citing high costs and unreliable private transport severely impacting their economy.

• The current private operator, Mbita Ferry Services, charges Ksh 250 for a one-way trip.
• The Mfangano Development Association highlighted the need for affordable and reliable ferry transport for the island's progress.
• Senator Peris Tobiko urged the government to allocate an additional Ksh 300 million in the next budget for ferry services for island residents.