Ruto: Kenya cannot develop through discord and mischief

President William Ruto emphasized on Sunday that Kenya's progress will not come about through discord, deceit or empty promises, but through tangible development projects that enhance citizens' lives. Addressing a joint service at Africa Inland Church in Taveta Constituency, Taita Taveta County on August 23, 2026, the President stressed that transformation necessitated new initiatives and development.

The Kenyan leader pointed to construction projects in Taita Taveta, including affordable housing, as concrete steps towards advancement. "In these current projects here in Taita Taveta, we have 12B of affordable housing that is ongoing," Ruto highlighted.

His administration continues to spotlight infrastructure and development projects under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. Affordable housing projects are underway in Voi, Taveta, and Wundanyi, providing 1,674 units at a combined cost of approximately Ksh4.95 billion.

The Voi project encompasses 458 units for about Ksh1.4 billion, and is 60% complete. Taveta's project holds 831 units for Ksh2.3 billion and is 14% completed. In Wundanyi, a project of 385 units for Ksh930 million has been awarded.

Ruto's focus on development also extends to road infrastructure. He announced a Ksh2 billion allocation to construct 200 kilometers of new roads in Machakos County. This includes seven new road projects and the completion of eight previously stalled projects, aiming to enhance connectivity and mobility in the region. The recent launch of the Makaveti-Kyangala-Liyuni Road, a key component of the programme, underscores this commitment.