Kindiki inspects road, launches Sh650m power project in Nyeri

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki launches the Kihuro-Kirio-Kianjogu last-mile electrification project in Nyeri County/DPCS.Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has inspected the completed Gathunguri-Waihara-Kabebero road and launched a last-mile electricity connectivity project targeting households in Nyeri County.

The two projects are part of the government’s infrastructure development programme aimed at improving transport, expanding electricity access and supporting economic growth in rural areas.

The Gathunguri-Waihara-Kabebero road is part of a 775-kilometre network earmarked for tarmacking across Nyeri County at a cost of Sh45 billion.

Kindiki’s inspection of the completed road was followed by the launch of the Kihuro-Kirio-Kianjogu last-mile electrification project.

The electricity project falls under a Sh650 million initiative targeting an additional 12,000 households across the county.

The investments are expected to improve connectivity, support agricultural activities and create opportunities for businesses, particularly in rural communities.

Road infrastructure is expected to ease the transportation of agricultural produce to markets, reduce travel challenges and improve access to essential services.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki launches the Kihuro-Kirio-Kianjogu last-mile electrification project in Nyeri County/DPCS.Meanwhile, expanded electricity connectivity is expected to support households and small businesses, including enterprises that rely on reliable power to operate and grow.

Roads and electricity are crucial enablers of economic growth, job creation and improved agricultural productivity, with the projects intended to contribute to better living standards for residents.

Nyeri Senator Wahome Wamatinga, Othaya MP Wambugu Wainaina, Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira and East African Community Principal Secretary Dr Carol Karugu accompanied Kindiki.

Members of the County Assembly and other local leaders also joined the Deputy President during the inspection and project launch.

The road programme targets 775 kilometres of roads across Nyeri at an estimated cost of Sh45 billion, while the electrification initiative seeks to connect 12,000 additional households at a cost of Sh650 million.