{
  "id": 9741808,
  "title": "Devki Group begins construction of Ksh 50B cement factory in Kitui",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/devki-group-begins-construction-of-ksh-50b-cement-factory-in-kitui",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-25T09:07:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KBC",
    "slug": "kbc",
    "url": "https://www.kbc.co.ke/devki-group-begins-construction-of-ksh-50b-cement-factory-in-kitui/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Devki Group has commenced construction of a Ksh 50 billion cement factory in Kitui County, Kenya. The investment aims to industrialize the region, stimulate local businesses, and improve the livelihoods of nearby communities. Devki Group's Executive Chairman, Dr Narendra Raval, emphasized the importance of providing job opportunities for the youth, as many graduates are unable to find employment. The cement plant, the first of its kind in Kitui County, is being built at Ngaaie area of Mwingi North, which boasts abundant limestone deposits.\n\nDr Raval highlighted that the factory will generate direct and indirect employment when fully operational, benefiting transporters, suppliers, traders, and other businesses. Lower cement prices are expected due to production being closer to the market. The company plans to enhance the local school by constructing modern classrooms, an administration block, and improving water supply. Devki Group also pledged to launch a school feeding program, potentially expanding it to neighboring schools. This Ksh 50 billion investment follows Kitui's efforts to utilize its mineral resources to drive industrialization and spur regional economic growth.",
  "summary": "Devki Group has kicked off construction of its Ksh 50 billion cement factory in Kitui County with the investment expected to transform the county into an industrial and economic zone. Devki Group Executive Chairman Dr Narendra Raval said the cement factory is intended to create jobs, stimulate local businesses and improve the livelihoods of communities […] The post Devki Group begins construction…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}