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Nairobi has been bustling with political activity as President William Ruto and Governor Sakaja Johnson rolled out numerous projects across the city in healthcare, housing, education, and infrastructure.
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Thousands of residents gathered to witness the development tour, during which Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki embraced Governor Sakaja’s signature greeting, ‘Mbwekse,’ symbolized by two fists raised in the air. Several key projects are now nearing completion.
Among the prominent initiatives is the 400-bed Mutuini County Hospital, set to be completed by August. The hospital will help alleviate congestion at major referral hospitals by offering specialized services like ICU, HDU, and renal care.
“This facility is vital for the people of Nairobi, and we are committed to ensuring it is finished on schedule,” said Ruto. “The contractors will stay on site, and I’ll be back in August to officially open it.”
Sakaja emphasized the hospital’s significant impact on healthcare accessibility. “We are enhancing our health infrastructure to ensure Nairobians receive quality care closer to home,” he added.
Another key project launched was the Umoja Sewerage System, part of the Nairobi Water and Sewerage Programme. This initiative aims to rehabilitate 260km of sewer lines in areas such as Umoja, Kayole, and Donholm.
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“This will address the long-standing drainage issues in Nairobi. We will work together to ensure it is completed on time,” Ruto promised.
Sakaja also addressed concerns about poor drainage and sanitation, vowing quick action. “We cannot allow our people to live in flood-prone and unsanitary areas,” he said. “These projects will restore dignity to Nairobi residents.”
Sakaja’s urban renewal program is progressing with affordable housing projects underway in Woodley, and ongoing developments in Pangani and Jevanjee. Projects in Bahati and Kariobangi North are awaiting approval. The Southlands Lang’ata Affordable Housing Project, a Sh25 billion initiative, was another major highlight. It will provide 15,000 housing units, easing Nairobi’s housing crisis while creating jobs.
“Today, we’re making a significant move to ensure Nairobians have access to dignified, affordable housing,” Ruto said.
Sakaja noted the long-term impact of the housing projects: “We’re not just building houses; we’re building communities. My administration is dedicated to ensuring every Nairobi resident benefits from this transformation.”
A notable feature of the tour was the expansion of the Dishi Na County school feeding program, which now serves over 316,000 students across 230 public schools in all 17 subcounties. The leaders also launched the Zawadi Comprehensive School Central Kitchen, where Ruto approved Sakaja’s request for a chapati-making machine.
“I’ve heard about it, and I will buy it. Governor, find a machine that can make chapatis in large quantities, and we’ll incorporate it into Dishi Na County,” Ruto pledged.
