Residents of North Imenti Constituency in Meru County are set to benefit from a raft of multi-billion-shilling development projects unveiled and inspected by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during a tour of the region on Tuesday.
Among the key initiatives is the Kambiti Last Mile electrification programme, which is currently underway and targets the connection of an additional 218 households, businesses, and public institutions at a cost of KSh 2.4 billion. In the wider Meru County, the government has set aside KSh 2.3 billion to connect a further 26,500 homes to electricity, significantly boosting access to power.
The Deputy President also highlighted the ongoing national affordable housing programme, describing it as a transformative initiative aimed at enabling Kenyans to transition from substandard living conditions into decent and affordable homes. He noted that for years, the high cost of housing has locked many citizens out of home ownership, but the subsidized programme is designed to reverse that trend and improve living standards.
According to Kindiki, the housing programme has also emerged as a major employer, currently supporting about 640,000 jobs across the country. He emphasized that the initiative is backed by sustainable financing mechanisms, assuring Kenyans that it will continue to drive development and create opportunities nationwide.
Beyond housing, the programme is stimulating growth in the construction sector by increasing demand for materials and services. Its ripple effects are being felt across multiple layers of the economy—from large-scale manufacturers and contractors to informal sector players such as artisans, fundis, and small traders.
In a further boost to infrastructure, the national and county governments are collaborating to secure additional land to expand affordable housing projects within the region.
Healthcare services in Meru are also set for a major upgrade, with KSh 1 billion allocated to elevate Meru Level 6 Hospital into a fully-fledged referral facility comparable to Kenyatta National Hospital. Once completed, the hospital will offer specialized treatment for conditions such as cancer, heart disease, kidney complications, and diabetes, reducing the need for patients to travel to Nairobi. Construction is already underway, with plans to equip the facility with modern medical technology.
Road infrastructure is also receiving attention, with the government in the final stages of procuring works to tarmac 17 kilometres of roads within Meru town at a cost of KSh 3.5 billion. Additionally, the relocation of the Kakoromone sewage system will pave the way for the construction of a modern KSh 1 billion market, expected to improve working conditions and expand opportunities for traders.
In the education sector, the government has announced plans to construct student hostels in Gombo to accommodate learners from institutions such as Meru National Polytechnic, Kenya Methodist University, and Kenya Medical Training College.
During the tour, Kindiki used the platform to challenge opposition leaders, including Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua, to account for their development records while in office. He accused them of failing to deliver tangible projects despite holding senior government positions.
The Deputy President maintained that the next general election will be anchored on performance and accountability rather than political rhetoric.
“We will defend our record through visible development—hospitals, markets, roads, and housing projects. Let those seeking leadership present what they have achieved,” he said.
Kindiki further dismissed the opposition as lacking a credible agenda, arguing that leaders who previously served in government had little to show for their tenure.
He urged political leaders to steer away from divisive politics and focus instead on service delivery, emphasizing that voters should demand accountability and tangible results from those seeking office.
At the same time, he called on residents to support President William Ruto in his bid for a second term, noting that the administration has rolled out development projects worth billions of shillings across Meru County.
“As we approach the elections, every leader will be judged on their record. Citizens must reject empty promises and instead evaluate what has been delivered on the ground,” Kindiki said.
The Deputy President concluded by reiterating that the government remains committed to transforming livelihoods through sustained investment in infrastructure, housing, healthcare, and economic empowerment programmes across the country.
