Gov't unveils multi-million development projects in Ugunja Constituency

The national government has rolled out an ambitious multi-million shilling development agenda in Ugunja Constituency, Siaya County, in what it describes as a transformative effort to uplift the region's economy, education standards, and overall living conditions.

Under the stewardship of President William Ruto, and executed by the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, the projects span key sectors including trade, housing, and education infrastructure.

At the heart of the economic revitalization strategy is the construction of modern marketplaces aimed at supporting local traders.

Two of these, Kayombi and Sidindi markets, are currently in the procurement phase under the Economic Stimulus Programme.

Each market, with a budget of Ksh.70 million, is set to accommodate about 300 traders, providing enhanced trading spaces that come with better infrastructure and sanitation.

Even more ambitious is the upcoming Ugunja Municipality Market, which will serve over 1,500 traders once completed. With a Ksh.350 million price tag, the state-of-the-art facility will feature modern amenities including toilets, parking areas, and storage bays.

Looking ahead to the next financial year, the government has plans to roll out similar markets in Sikalame, Sigomere, and Ligega. Of these, Sigomere Market is expected to house 500 traders, while Sikalame and Ligega will each cater to 300.

The government is also investing heavily in housing under its Affordable Housing Programme. In Phase One of the project, 400 housing units will be constructed in Uref, aiming to provide affordable and quality homes for local residents.

This, the government says, is part of its broader strategy to uplift living standards across the constituency.

The education sector is also receiving a major boost. Three large-scale accommodation projects are currently in the pipeline, targeting institutions of higher learning within the constituency.

These include: A 340-bed KMTC Ugunja; Ugunja Technical and Vocational College (TVC); and the Ugunja National Youth Service (NYS) Campus, where the government will put up a 580-bed student housing facility at the institution.