Ruto: Government to build 3,000 housing units in Lamu at Ksh7.5B
The Government will invest an additional Ksh7.5 billion to build 3,000 housing units in Lamu County under the Affordable Housing Programme in readiness for the development of the Dangote East Africa Refinery, President William Ruto has announced. The President said the move is intended to meet the anticipated demand in housing as the county prepares […] The post Ruto: Government to build 3,000…
President William Ruto announced that the Government will invest Ksh7.5 billion in the construction of 3,000 new housing units in Lamu County, Kenya. The move aims to address the anticipated demand for housing as the Dangote East Africa Refinery nears construction, which is expected to bring an influx of workers and visitors to the region.
The President made the announcement in Mokowe, where he issued title deeds to residents of various community lands and settlement schemes. The additional investment is on top of the ongoing affordable housing projects in Lamu, which have a total estimated cost of Ksh6 billion. The President urged the private sector to invest in complementary facilities and services, such as shops, hotels, transport, and other opportunities that may arise due to the refinery project.
He also formed a standing committee to address residents' concerns and ensure their interests are addressed throughout the development process. Ruto emphasized that the project will primarily benefit the people of Lamu, which has been neglected for many years, and warned residents against political operatives attempting to delay the project through court cases.
The President assured residents that they would be fully involved in all decisions regarding the refinery project.
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