KENYA: Kindiki Assures Kenyan Stalled Road Projects Will Be Completed

        By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya 

Kenyan Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, has reassured Kenyans that all stalled road projects will be completed, as the government has allocated the necessary funds for their construction.

Speaking during an inspection tour in Kieni, Nyeri County, Kindiki explained that many road projects had been abandoned since 2019 due to financial constraints.

However, with the economy now stable, resources have been set aside to ensure their completion.

Among the key projects he visited were the Endarasha-Charity-Gakanga-Embaringo-Kimunyuru road, Mweiga-Amboni-Mbondeni-Ruiru-Karandi road, Issac Camp-Mahiga-Sangare road, Solio-Kabati-Gitegi road, and Honi River-Wendiga Shopping Centre-Mairo road.

These roads, which had been dormant for six years, are now set to be completed following an allocation of Sh2.3 billion from the Kenya Kwanza administration, with a projected completion date of August 2026.

“In the past six years, construction work on these roads had come to a standstill due to financial difficulties. But today, I bring good news, President Ruto has successfully stabilized the economy, and funds are now available to resume and complete these roads, not just in Nyeri but across the country,” Kindiki stated.

The government has allocated a total of Sh17 billion for the construction and revival of 12 roads in Nyeri County, with an emphasis on closely monitoring progress to ensure timely completion.

Beyond road construction, the government is also investing in expanding water supply, electricity connectivity, and economic projects such as markets and job creation programs, including Kazi kwa Ground, Kazi Mtandaoni, and Kazi Majuu.

“We are focused on improving the lives of Kenyans. The economy is now stable, and we are channeling resources into meaningful development.

Our government is constructing 400 new markets nationwide, and I will personally inspect those in Nyeri before President Ruto officially launches them,” he added.

Kindiki emphasised that the government’s priority is economic transformation and service delivery rather than engaging in political disputes.

“Our mission is to address the challenges Kenyans face. We are dedicated to enhancing infrastructure, creating jobs, and improving livelihoods. Engaging in unnecessary political wrangles would only hinder progress,” he said.

During his visit, Kindiki also inaugurated the Rural Electrification Project in Aguthi Village, Kieni Constituency, where 101 households are now connected to electricity under the Last Mile Connectivity Project.

Among the beneficiaries was Lydia Wairimu Karoki, a 73-year-old widow and mother of five, whose home was officially powered by the Deputy President.

“I am overjoyed to finally have electricity in my home, and it is an honor to host the Deputy President here,” she said.

The Nyeri County electrification program has already connected 10,903 homes, with Sh733 million allocated for further expansion. In Kieni Constituency alone, Sh164 million has been set aside to connect 1,163 households.

Since 2013, the number of Kenyan households with electricity has increased from 2.7 million to 9 million, and the government aims to connect one million more homes in the next 20 months.

With these initiatives, Kindiki reiterated that Kenya is on a path to economic growth, focusing on development rather than political distractions.