Kindiki Pledges to Complete Government Projects Ahead of 2027 Elections

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged that the government will fulfil its campaign promises before the 2027 General Election, saying leaders seeking re-election should account for their performance rather than make fresh pledges to voters.

Speaking during a public engagement rally at Gachege Shopping Centre in Gatundu North, Kiambu County, on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Kindiki said the government was working to complete outstanding commitments before returning to the electorate.

“We have already fulfilled some of them, others are being implemented, and we will fulfil the rest before the next election. We do not want to have a debt to you when we return during the campaign period,” he said.

“We want to come here asking for your votes, not making more promises.”

Kindiki said voters had fulfilled their responsibility by electing the government and that the administration was now obligated to deliver on its manifesto commitments.

His remarks place government performance and project implementation at the centre of the political contest ahead of the 2027 elections, with the Deputy President urging leaders to account for their development record rather than rely on political rhetoric.

Kindiki Highlights Roads and Infrastructure Projects

The Deputy President outlined ongoing road construction projects in Kiambu County, saying the government had addressed financial challenges that previously stalled infrastructure development.

He attributed the delays to the period between 2019 and 2021, particularly the economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and dismissed suggestions that road construction had stalled in 2022 and 2023.

“We had outstanding debts of Sh177 billion owed to contractors, but we have paid all of it, and the contractors have returned to work,” Kindiki said.

He added that the government was constructing 7,000 kilometres of roads across the country, with Kiambu among the counties receiving significant allocations for tarmacking.

According to Kindiki, roads prioritised for tarmacking in Kiambu cover 1,285 kilometres at a projected cost of Sh152 billion. He said 368 kilometres had been completed over the previous two years at a cost of Sh20 billion.

Kindiki said the government was also addressing historical development disparities between different parts of the country, including areas he described as having been neglected in previous years.

“What is being done in Gatundu South must also be done in Gatundu North. What is being done in Limuru must also be done in Thika town,” he said, adding that development should be distributed equitably across counties and regions.

He praised Gatundu North MP Elijah Njoroge Kururia for advocating for local projects, saying the legislator’s engagement with the government had helped advance development initiatives in the constituency.

Thika–Magumu Road Construction Resumes

Kindiki said construction had resumed on the 67-kilometre road linking Thika and parts of Nyandarua County through Kamwangi, Kanyoni and Magumu towards the flyover section.

He said 31 kilometres had been completed, leaving approximately 35 kilometres to be constructed, and added that the government had replaced the previous Chinese contractor.

“The road connecting Thika to parts of Nyandarua, through Magumu and the flyover section, had stalled, but construction has now resumed,” he said.

The Deputy President also said construction had resumed on stalled Mau Mau roads, including the Thika–Magumu routes, adding that the government had secured funding to complete the projects.

He said the administration wanted to prevent communities from continuing to suffer the effects of poor road networks.

Government Promises Markets, Electricity and Technical Training Investment

Kindiki highlighted projects intended to improve trading facilities and expand access to electricity in Gatundu North.

He said the Kanyoni Economic Stimulus Programme market was 75 per cent complete and had received an allocation of Sh65 million.

The Kamwangi ESP Market, he added, was under construction at a projected cost of Sh385 million. He said the facilities were intended to provide traders with improved working environments and protect them from exposure to dust, mud and harsh weather.

The Deputy President further announced plans to spend Sh310 million upgrading facilities at Mang’u Technical Training Institute.

On electricity connectivity, Kindiki said almost 1,000 families in Gatundu North were yet to be connected. He said the government had initially allocated Sh65 million to connect 700 households and that he would add another Sh35 million to extend electricity access to the remaining families.

He also said the government had invested Sh52 billion in Kiambu County through housing-related funding for markets, affordable housing projects and student hostels.

Kindiki Announces Higher Tea and Milk Prices

Agriculture and farmers’ earnings featured prominently in the Deputy President’s address, with Kindiki citing improvements in tea and milk prices as part of the government’s efforts to increase household incomes.

He said the price of green tea leaves had risen from Sh35 to between Sh50 and Sh56 per kilogramme, but acknowledged that the returns remained below the guaranteed minimum price the government wanted to achieve.

“We are working hard to resolve the remaining challenges in the tea sector, just as we have addressed issues affecting coffee. I want to assure you that, very soon, you will see tea prices improve,” he said.

Kindiki also announced an increase in the milk price from Sh50 to Sh65 per litre, referring to an announcement made by President William Ruto the previous day.

He said the adjustment was intended to put more money in farmers’ pockets as the government continued efforts to improve earnings from agricultural produce.

The Deputy President’s remarks come as farmers continue to look to the government for more predictable returns and better market conditions for their produce.

Kindiki Urges Leaders to Focus on Development, Reject Political Violence

Beyond development, Kindiki urged political leaders to avoid insults and incitement, saying disagreements over political affiliation should not divide Kenyans.

He challenged aspirants and incumbent leaders to explain their achievements and policies on healthcare, education, roads and agriculture before asking voters for another mandate.

“Anyone seeking votes should come here and explain what they have done for Gatundu North,” he said.

“Once you have explained your policies on healthcare, education, roads and agriculture, you can go in peace. There should be no insults and no malice.”

Kindiki said government supporters and opponents were equally entitled to exercise their democratic rights, adding that political competition should not undermine national cohesion.

He also warned leaders against allegedly encouraging young people to attack political opponents, damage vehicles, destroy traders’ shops or loot businesses.

“Any leader whose work is to cause fighting, mislead young people and give them a little money to stone their political opponents’ vehicles, destroy traders’ shops and loot supermarkets belonging to hardworking Kenyans who have built their businesses through sweat and sacrifice must be held accountable,” he said.

The Deputy President maintained that political leaders should be judged on their policies and performance rather than their ability to mobilise hostility against rivals.

Kindiki Renews War on Illicit Alcohol

The Deputy President also issued a strong warning against traders involved in manufacturing and distributing dangerous alcoholic drinks and illicit brews, saying the government would intensify efforts to dismantle their operations.

“We are not fighting businesses; we are fighting those who are selling death to our people,” he said.

He vowed that authorities would target the manufacture, transportation and supply of illicit and toxic alcoholic products, arguing that the trade posed a threat to public health and community welfare.

Kindiki said the government would pursue those responsible regardless of their political connections or attempts to oppose the crackdown.