Housing, Roads and Electricity Top Agenda as Ruto Tours Murang’a County
Politics Updated: 24 April 2026 23:09 EAT
President William Samoei Ruto and Deputy President Professor Kithure Kindiki on the tour to Murang'a County as they launch development projects
President William Samoei Ruto extended his development tour of Murang'a County with a strong focus on education, infrastructure and economic empowerment, delivering a detailed account of ongoing and planned projects during public engagements across the region.
Accompanied by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, the Head of State positioned the visit as part of a broader national agenda aimed at accelerating grassroots development and strengthening service delivery.
In Kiharu, the President placed significant emphasis on technical education, highlighting government efforts to expand training infrastructure and improve access for young people.
“I have come with 300 million shillings of government money to build a hostel for our youth. 580 youth will have a hostel here inside your technical training college of Kiharu,” he said, referring to the new student accommodation project.
The hostel initiative is expected to ease congestion and improve learning conditions in technical institutions, which have seen rising enrolment in recent years.
Ruto also responded to concerns about overcrowded classrooms, pledging additional funding to expand facilities within the institution.
“I want you to give me your account number and I will deposit 20 million shillings so you can expand this college of ours,” he announced, signalling direct intervention to fast-track infrastructure development.
Digital inclusion formed another key pillar of the President’s message, with the launch of ICT hubs aimed at equipping youth with practical technological skills.
“Today we have brought 50 computers for the youth here. I have told my CS Kabogo to add another 50 computers next week,” he said during the commissioning of the digital lab.
The initiative is part of a wider government programme to establish Jitume centres across the country, enabling access to digital tools and online opportunities.
“We want our youth, even while they are studying here, to learn what is called digital skills so that every youth can do digital commerce and online jobs,” the President added.
On infrastructure, Ruto assured residents that stalled road projects would be completed, particularly those with historical and economic significance.
“I want to assure you that no road will stop. I will ensure we complete all those roads,” he stated.
He specifically referenced the Mau Mau roads network, reaffirming government commitment to their completion.
“Right here in Kiharu, there are roads including the Mau Mau ones. We have put 2 billion shillings for all the Mau Mau roads,” he said.
The President also highlighted progress on major national corridors, citing improvements on the Nairobi–Kenol–Nyeri highway.
“The road from Nairobi to Kenol that goes to Nyeri was at 30%. Now we have reached 98%,” he noted, pointing to accelerated infrastructure delivery.
Energy access featured prominently in the address, with the President outlining significant funding for rural electrification.
“I have provided 1.1 billion shillings this year for connecting 14,000 new homes here in Murang’a County,” he said.
The Last Mile Connectivity programme is expected to expand access to reliable electricity, particularly in rural and peri-urban areas.
“We must spread electricity to bring light everywhere and remove darkness,” the President added, underscoring the transformative role of power access.
Affordable housing was also highlighted as a central component of the government’s economic strategy.
“We have put 27 billion shillings from the housing fund. We are starting houses right now,” he said, pointing to ongoing projects within the county.
The housing programme is designed to deliver thousands of units while creating employment opportunities across construction and supply chains.
Beyond housing, the President outlined complementary investments in markets, hospitals and industrial infrastructure.
“Let us build markets. Let us build hospitals and roads,” he urged, framing development as a multi-sectoral effort.
He further pointed to emerging industrial projects aimed at boosting local production and value addition.
“Are we not building a Special Economic Zone here? Are we not building a County Aggregation Industrial Park? Is this not the affordable housing project right here?” he posed.
In Gatanga, the President confirmed additional funding for healthcare improvements at Kenneth Matiba Hospital.
“I have released 270 million shillings of government money to expand the Kenneth Matiba Hospital. Should we continue or not?” he asked residents during the inspection.
The upgrade is intended to enhance capacity and improve access to quality healthcare services for the growing population.
Ruto also acknowledged the role of key government officials in delivering development programmes, citing coordination across ministries.
Throughout the tour, the President reiterated that development outcomes would remain the primary benchmark for leadership.
“Kenya will be changed by projects and development plans like these. No amount of politics will change this country,” he said.
He urged residents to prioritise performance and tangible results when evaluating leadership.
“When the time comes to choose a leader, do you choose them for their face or for the work they have done?” he asked.
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