Ksh139B set to clear road contractors’ pending bills as stalled projects await payments
Road contractors are set to receive Ksh139 billion in payments for certified outstanding bills as delays in settling completed works continue to affect the pace of road projects across the country. Payments for eligible works completed in the last quarter started last week and are expected to be completed by Friday, August 28, 2026. According […]
The Kenyan government is set to disburse Ksh139 billion to clear pending bills for road contractors, aiming to expedite stalled projects and alleviate delays affecting the country's road network. This payment, facilitated through a financing programme, is expected to enable contractors to resume work and prevent the accumulation of future outstanding obligations.
Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir emphasized the importance of proper certification and verification of works, urging contractors and government agencies to adhere to the approved payment framework to ensure efficient and fair disbursement.
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