Gov't pledges to revive all stalled projects in Kiambu

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki made the promise during a development forum in Kiambu, noting that the county was instrumental in President William Ruto's election victory.

“Kiambu is at the center of President Ruto’s administration. The county delivered the highest number of votes for the President from a single county. Why should the President take its agenda lightly? He is focused on developing Kiambu,” Kindiki stated. 

He assured residents that every stalled road project in the county would be restarted, with adequate funds now available for road infrastructure and electricity connections.

The Deputy President acknowledged the difficulties in implementing the government's transformation agenda, pointing out that societal change is frequently met with opposition and comes at a cost. 

He emphasised the distinction between politics and leadership, reaffirming President Ruto's preference for long-term economic transformation over short-term political gains.

“The President has said he does not mind if his popularity is temporarily affected as he implements the transformative agenda for the benefit of Kenyans. As his principal assistant, if supporting the President’s vision impacts our popularity, so be it,” Kindiki stated.

DP Kindiki assured citizens that all campaign promises made by the Kenya Kwanza Administration would be fulfilled during the five-year term. 

He explained that annual progress reviews are being carried out to assess the implementation of county economic charters agreed upon with President Ruto during the campaign.

“This is the work assigned to the Deputy President’s office. Some people have questioned our delivery because they have not had an opportunity to know what we are doing. Through such meetings, we are able to provide updates on implementation progress,” he noted.

He also  highlighted the government’s efforts in stabilizing the economy, citing the strengthening of the Kenyan shilling, reduced inflation, and stabilized fuel and food prices.

“It took a lot of work to get the Kenyan shilling strong again. Inflation is under control, the dollar is stable, and the central bank lending rate has come down. These efforts have led to reduced food and fuel prices, ensuring macroeconomic stability,” he stated.

He also highlighted the administration's shift from consumption subsidies to production-oriented investments, which has had a significant impact on food security and agricultural productivity.

The Deputy President presented tangible results of government agricultural interventions, citing increased earnings in the tea, coffee, dairy and sugar sectors.

He stated that tea earnings increased from KSh 161 billion in 2022 to KSh 210 billion in 2024, owing to subsidies on fertiliser, governance reforms, and anti-cartel legislation.

Coffee prices, on the other hand, have increased significantly, with a 50kg bag going from $188 in 2022/23 to $319 in 2024/25. 

According to the DP, farmers' earnings per kilogramme of cherry rose from KSh 60 in 2022 to KSh 100 in 2024.

“We are working on other value chains that bring money to the pockets of ordinary people across the country. Beyond tea, coffee, and dairy, we are enhancing production in rice, wheat, potatoes, avocado, macadamia, and other nuts,” Kindiki added.