Ruto launches Ksh10B Kwa Jomvu-Mariakani Road to boost trade, connectivity

The government will continue expanding infrastructure development as a key driver of economic growth, President William Ruto has affirmed.

Speaking during the launch of the 30km Kwa Jomvu-Mariakani Road, which spans Mombasa and Kilifi counties, the President emphasized the critical role of efficient transport networks in Kenya’s prosperity.

The Ksh10 billion project, a partnership between the government and development partners, is expected to ease traffic congestion and enhance the efficiency of the Port of Mombasa.

“The expansion of this road will not only improve mobility but also reinforce Kenya’s position as the gateway to Eastern Africa, attract investment, and drive economic growth in the Coast region,” President Ruto stated.

He underscored the government’s commitment to ensuring that the transport sector accelerates the movement of people and goods, thereby creating economic opportunities for citizens.

In addition to the road project, President Ruto launched the Ksh2 billion Last Mile Connectivity Project in Kilifi County, which will provide electricity to 20,000 households.

He noted that Kilifi is among the country’s fastest-growing counties, and stabilizing power transmission lines will boost manufacturing and tourism by ensuring a stable electricity supply.

On the land issue, the President announced that Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and Cabinet Secretaries Alice Wahome (Lands), Hassan Joho (Mining) and Salim Mvurya (Sports) have been tasked with compiling a priority list of squatters who will benefit from land the government is acquiring from absentee landlords.

“The land question is going to be resolved because we have the answer,” he assured.

The President also addressed the tax dispute between the Kenya Revenue Authority and Krystalline Salt Ltd, pledging to look into the matter to protect jobs and ensure business continuity in Malindi.

Additionally, he urged Kenyans to register with the Social Health Authority (SHA), explaining that the national insurance cover would improve access to healthcare.

“Registration will provide the government with crucial data to determine the number of Kenyans who can pay for SHA and identify vulnerable groups whose healthcare expenses will be covered,” he said.

While laying the foundation stone for the Tezo Affordable Housing Project in Kilifi County, President Ruto reiterated his administration’s commitment to transforming the Coast region, which he said had been neglected for years.

“For many years, the Coast has been abandoned, discriminated against, and forgotten. By the will of God, this is the government that will transform the region—and the time is now,” he declared.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki echoed the President’s call for unity among leaders, urging them to work together in addressing national challenges.

“We must support the President in his efforts to unite all Kenyans for shared prosperity,” he said.

President Ruto also inspected the Mariakani Power Sub-Station, a critical infrastructure project aimed at improving the electricity supply in Kilifi County.

Later, he inaugurated Mjambere Secondary School in Kisauni, Mombasa, and inspected the construction of the Mombasa-Mtwapa and Mtwapa-Kilifi roads.