William Ruto has kicked off a five-day development tour in Western Kenya, launching several infrastructure projects, including the KSh5.5 billion Nasewa Affordable Housing Project.
The tour covers ia County","Kenya"], Kakamega County"], and Vihiga County, including the 13km Nangina–Sio Port–Okados–Mundere road worth KSh860 million and the Matayos–Namwitsula–Nawesa–Shibale road valued at KSh545 million.
These roads are expected to improve connectivity and boost trade across the counties.
Earlier, Ruto inspected ongoing works at the Kakamega Airstrip, noting that its expansion will enhance regional air connectivity and promote economic growth.
Additional initiatives launched during the tour include a Last Mile Electricity Connectivity project targeting over 36,700 households in Kakamega, modern markets such as Malaha Market, and water projects like the Shitoli Water Project, which will serve more than 45,000 residents.
While emphasizing development achievements, the President also addressed critics, urging leaders to focus on practical solutions rather than political rhetoric.
“We are moving the country forward with deliberate investments in critical sectors,” he said, highlighting that citizens are more concerned with tangible development than divisive politics.
Local leaders, including governors from Busia, Kakamega, and Vihiga, welcomed the projects, noting their potential to transform livelihoods and drive long-term economic growth in Western Kenya.
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