Ruto Warns Brokers and Cartels Ahead of Sh70 Billion Ngai Cement Plant Launch

President William Ruto has warned brokers and cartels against interfering with the planned Sh70 billion Ngai cement plant project ahead of its groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026.

The project has attracted attention because of its reported investment value and the economic opportunities it could create for Kenyans.

Ruto has repeatedly called for development projects to benefit ordinary citizens warning against individuals who may seek personal gain at the expense of national investments.

The proposed cement plant is expected to support Kenya construction industry which relies heavily on cement for housing, roads, commercial buildings and other infrastructure projects.

If implemented as planned the investment could create employment opportunities and open doors for businesses involved in transport, construction, equipment supply and other related services.

The ground breaking ceremony marks an important step towards the project development. However details regarding the construction timeline, production capacity and the expected number of jobs have yet to be confirmed in the announcement.

The President warning also places attention on the need to protect major investments from interference that could delay their implementation.

Kenyans will be watching closely to see how the project progresses and what benefits it eventually delivers to local communities and the wider economy.

Further official announcements are expected to provide more information about the plant development and its anticipated contribution to the country’s cement industry.

The key question now is whether the Sh70 billion project will move forward as planned and deliver the promised economic opportunities.

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