Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Friday led a high-profile development tour of Baringo County, inspecting key infrastructure projects and outlining the government’s multi-billion shilling investment drive aimed at transforming the region’s economy.
At the heart of the tour was the inspection of the 78-kilometre Mogotio–Lake Bogoria–Kipkitur–Kisanana–Kamukunji road, a major transport corridor expected to unlock economic potential in Mogotio Constituency. The road, currently being tarmacked at a cost of Sh3.7 billion, is part of a broader road network expansion programme in the county.
Speaking during the inspection, Prof. Kindiki said the government has committed Sh32 billion towards the construction of 854 kilometres of tarmac roads across Baringo, a move he noted will significantly ease the movement of people and goods while boosting trade and connectivity.
“The ongoing infrastructure projects are central to our economic transformation agenda. We are keen on ensuring quality work, timely completion, and meaningful involvement of local communities, especially the youth and small businesses,” he said.
The Deputy President further revealed that the government’s decision to clear Sh177 billion in pending bills owed to contractors since 2021 has been instrumental in reviving stalled projects nationwide, including critical road works in the county.
During the visit, Kindiki was accompanied by Reuben Kiborek, William Kamket, and other local leaders, who lauded the government’s renewed focus on infrastructure development in the region.
Later, at Emining town, the Deputy President presided over a public sensitization forum where he outlined additional development initiatives being rolled out across the county.
He disclosed that Sh22 billion has been set aside for affordable housing, fresh produce markets, student hostels, and institutional housing projects aimed at improving livelihoods and creating employment opportunities.
In the energy sector, Kindiki said rural electrification projects worth Sh712 million are underway, targeting the connection of at least 4,000 households to the national grid.
The Deputy President also inspected the ongoing construction of the Mogotio Livestock Training and Service Centre, a Sh200 million project expected to enhance livestock productivity and support pastoralist communities in the region.
Addressing residents, Kindiki emphasized the importance of public participation in development planning, noting that the government is committed to aligning its programmes with the needs and priorities of local communities.
“We are here not just to inspect projects but to listen to wananchi and ensure that development reflects their aspirations,” he said.
The forum was attended by Baringo Deputy Governor Felix Kipng’ok, Senator Vincent Chemitei, Musa Sirma, Members of County Assembly, grassroots leaders, and residents.
The tour underscored the government’s intensified efforts to accelerate infrastructure development and socio-economic transformation in Baringo County, positioning the region as a key beneficiary of ongoing national development programmes.
