Kindiki Unveils Sh100 Billion Road and Power Projects in Northeastern

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured residents of Northeastern Kenya that the government is committed to accelerating development in the historically marginalized region through massive infrastructure and energy investments.

Speaking during the Lagdera Constituency Economic Empowerment event in Modogashe, Garissa County, Kindiki said the Kenya Kwanza administration has rolled out projects worth hundreds of billions of shillings to open up the region for growth.

Among the flagship initiatives is the LAPSSET corridor road linking Lamu, Garissa, and Isiolo, a 315-kilometer project costing Sh27 billion. In addition, the government is constructing the 750-kilometer Mandera–Isiolo road at a cost of Sh100 billion, expected to be completed in 2027.

“In total, 1,065 kilometers of roads are under construction in Northern Kenya, signaling the government’s commitment to ensure this region is not left behind,” the Deputy President said.

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Electricity expansion is also a priority, with Sh1.7 billion allocated to connect 7,200 new households in Garissa County, including Sh380 million in Lagdera Constituency to link 2,100 homes. Four hybrid power plants in Isiolo, Wajir, and Mandera counties are set to ease persistent power shortages.

Other projects under implementation include eight modern markets, six affordable housing schemes, and student hostels at Garissa University, Garissa National Polytechnic, and Technical Training Institutes.

Kindiki, who was accompanied by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, said the investments reflect the administration’s promise to deliver equitable development across the country.

“This region is part of Kenya. Every project happening elsewhere is happening here as well. We are building roads, modern markets, expanding electricity, and other key services,” he said.

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, who accompanied the deputy president, urged respect for Northeastern residents.

“The people of Northeastern are Kenyans like all of us. We respect them for their business acumen and investment across the country. We cannot accept any attempt to brand them otherwise,” he said.