President William Ruto has announced a 110 billion shilling investment package for Kitui, Machakos, and Makueni counties, describing it as the largest single government allocation for the region. The comprehensive plan includes 64 billion shillings for the construction of 44,000 affordable housing units, 39 modern markets, and student hostels with a 15,000-bed capacity.
A further 30 billion shillings is designated for upgrading 600 kilometers of roads, while 6.7 billion shillings will connect 51,000 households to electricity. To combat water scarcity, the President confirmed the Thwake Multipurpose Dam would soon be completed and highlighted the ongoing Umaa Dam project. He also mentioned plans for the High-Grand Falls Dam.
Additional projects include a 40 billion shilling clinker and cement factory in Mwingi, expected to generate 5,000 jobs, an 800 million shilling stadium in Machakos Town, and 230 million shillings to complete the Enziu Bridge. During his tour, the President issued over 45,000 title deeds and launched several road construction projects. He also instructed the Ministry of Defence to explore the establishment of a military camp to enhance local security.
A further 30 billion shillings is designated for upgrading 600 kilometers of roads, while 6.7 billion shillings will connect 51,000 households to electricity. To combat water scarcity, the President confirmed the Thwake Multipurpose Dam would soon be completed and highlighted the ongoing Umaa Dam project. He also mentioned plans for the High-Grand Falls Dam.
Additional projects include a 40 billion shilling clinker and cement factory in Mwingi, expected to generate 5,000 jobs, an 800 million shilling stadium in Machakos Town, and 230 million shillings to complete the Enziu Bridge. During his tour, the President issued over 45,000 title deeds and launched several road construction projects. He also instructed the Ministry of Defence to explore the establishment of a military camp to enhance local security.
