The national government has pledged to restart all stalled development projects in Kiambu County, reinforcing its commitment to fulfilling campaign promises. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki made the assurance during a development forum in Kiambu, highlighting the county’s crucial role in President William Ruto’s election success. Kiambu delivered the highest number of votes for the President from a single county. Its development agenda will not be taken lightly, he stated.
Kindiki confirmed that adequate funds are now available to resume road construction, electricity connections, and other pending projects. He acknowledged that implementing transformative initiatives often encounters resistance but emphasized the administration’s long-term focus on economic development rather than short-term political gains. The President has made it clear that temporary dips in popularity are acceptable if it advances the country’s transformation agenda, he added.
The Deputy President also provided updates on the government’s broader economic reforms, including stabilization of the Kenyan shilling, reduced inflation, and improvements in food and fuel prices. He cited targeted production-oriented investments and agricultural interventions that have boosted productivity and earnings in key sectors. Tea revenue rose from KSh 161 billion in 2022 to KSh 210 billion in 2024, while coffee prices increased significantly, with farmers’ earnings per kilogram of cherry rising from KSh 60 to KSh 100 over the same period.
Kindiki assured residents that the government continues to monitor the implementation of county economic charters through annual progress reviews. He highlighted ongoing support for value chains beyond tea and coffee, including dairy, sugar, rice, wheat, potatoes, avocado, macadamia, and other nuts, aimed at improving livelihoods for ordinary citizens. Our goal is to ensure that all development commitments made during the campaign translate into tangible benefits for the people of Kiambu, he said.