Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has continued to champion the government’s development agenda in Murang’a County, with infrastructure, roads, sports facilities and improved economic opportunities forming a major part of the projects being implemented in the county. However, I could not verify from reliable sources that a new set of projects was formally launched by Kindiki in Murang’a today, October 8, 2026. The most recent verified reports show that Kindiki has been actively inspecting and overseeing projects in Murang’a, including roads and Gakoigo Stadium, while major road projects in the county were officially launched earlier in the year. 

Kindiki's development focus in Murang’a

The Deputy President has repeatedly used his visits to Murang’a to emphasise that the government wants development projects to translate into tangible improvements in the lives of residents.

Among the key areas receiving attention are road construction, sports infrastructure, markets, education facilities and healthcare. Kindiki has also linked the projects to the wider Kenya Kwanza development programme, arguing that government promises should be followed by implementation on the ground.

During a September 23 inspection tour of Murang’a, Kindiki inspected the ongoing construction of Gakoigo Stadium and the Mbombo–Kwa Thamaki Road. The Kenya News Agency reported that the government had allocated approximately Sh1.2 billion for the Mbombo–Kwa Thamaki Road and that Kindiki directed the contractor to complete the project in less than one year. 

The road is considered important because improved connectivity can make it easier for farmers, traders, students and other residents to move between rural areas and major trading centres.

Gakoigo Stadium project

One of the major projects associated with Kindiki's recent visits to Murang’a is the construction of Gakoigo Stadium.

The facility is being developed as part of a wider government programme to construct or upgrade stadiums in different parts of the country. According to the Kenya News Agency, the stadium has an estimated cost of about Sh800 million and is expected to accommodate approximately 10,000 spectators. 

The planned facility includes a football pitch, tartan running track, changing rooms, washrooms, covered terraces and parking facilities.

The existing Gakoigo grounds are also expected to be improved to provide additional training space and support grassroots sporting activities.

Kindiki has presented the stadium programme as more than a sports investment. His argument is that modern sporting facilities can give young people opportunities to develop and monetise their talents while also creating employment during construction and after completion.

He has also encouraged young people working on government projects to acquire skills that can help them secure future employment and business opportunities.

Roads remain a major priority

Road development is another central component of the government's development programme in Murang’a.

The State Department for Roads reported earlier this year that President William Ruto launched two major road projects in Murang’a. One was the 15.5-kilometre Kiriko–Kagumoini–Gitugi–Chui–Karugia Road, which is being upgraded to bitumen standard. The project is expected to improve access to markets, schools and other essential services. 

The President also launched the upgrading of a wider 45-kilometre road network covering Kandara, Karima Mwaro, Gituya, Nguthuru, Gatitu, Kibereke, Naaro and Kaburugi.

These projects are particularly significant for Murang’a because agriculture is a major economic activity in the county. Better roads are expected to make it easier for farmers to transport produce to markets while reducing travel time and vehicle operating costs.

The State Department for Roads said the projects are intended to strengthen connectivity, support agricultural value chains and stimulate economic activity in communities along the routes. 

Makenji–Karimamwaro–Mukoe–Kandara road

Another project highlighted during Kindiki's engagements in Murang’a is the Makenji–Karimamwaro–Mukoe–Kandara road.

In August, Kindiki said the contractor was already on site and that work was progressing. He also stated that two major roads promised to Murang’a residents by President Ruto had commenced, with one project having recorded significant progress and blacktop works expected to begin. 

The development is important for residents who have for years called for better roads to improve movement between rural settlements and commercial centres.

Kindiki has repeatedly linked the acceleration of road construction to the government's efforts to clear outstanding payments owed to contractors.

Government says stalled roads are being revived

A major issue affecting infrastructure projects across Kenya has been delayed payment to contractors.

Kindiki has said the government cleared billions of shillings in outstanding road-related bills, allowing contractors to return to construction sites.

In August, he announced that the government had cleared Sh177 billion owed to road contractors, saying the outstanding bills had contributed to the stalling of thousands of kilometres of roads. 

The Kenya News Agency later reported in September that the government had paid about Sh179 billion in outstanding contractor bills.

The objective, according to the government, is to prevent projects from remaining incomplete for years because contractors lack payments to continue construction. 

Healthcare development

Healthcare has also featured prominently in Kindiki's Murang’a engagements.

During celebrations marking 100 years of Gaichanjiru Mission Hospital, Kindiki outlined plans to support the upgrading of the facility.

He said the government would provide funding for improvements at the hospital, including facilities intended to strengthen specialised medical services.

The proposed improvements include an intensive care unit, high-dependency unit, theatre and laboratory.

President Ruto also provided funding towards medical equipment, while Kindiki announced an additional contribution. 

The planned investment is expected to strengthen healthcare services in the area and reduce the need for residents to travel long distances in search of specialised treatment.

Education and student accommodation

Kindiki has also highlighted the government's investment in student accommodation.

During his Murang’a engagements, he pointed to the national programme to construct accommodation facilities for university and technical training students.

The programme is aimed at addressing accommodation shortages as the number of students seeking higher and technical education continues to grow.

Such facilities are expected to reduce pressure on students searching for private accommodation while improving learning conditions.

Economic benefits for residents

Kindiki has consistently argued that development projects should create direct economic opportunities for residents.

For road construction, this includes employment for local workers and increased business activity for traders supplying construction materials and services.

Once roads are completed, farmers can also benefit from improved access to markets.

The stadium project could similarly create opportunities for sports-related businesses, while improved markets and transport infrastructure can encourage local investment.

The Deputy President has therefore framed infrastructure spending as part of a broader economic transformation strategy rather than simply construction of physical facilities.

Murang’a's wider development programme

Murang’a County has numerous development projects being implemented by different levels of government.

The county's official project dashboard currently lists 1,264 projects, with 873 marked completed, 17 ongoing, 364 planned and 10 stalled. The dashboard shows an approved budget of approximately Sh6.89 billion for the projects tracked under the programme. 

Murang'a Projects Dashboard

This illustrates the scale of development activity taking place in the county, although the projects listed on the dashboard should not all be attributed to Kindiki or the national government.

The national government's infrastructure programme is being implemented alongside county government projects, creating a wider development programme covering roads, agriculture, water, health, markets and other services.

Kindiki's message to Murang’a residents

Kindiki's broader message during his recent visits has been that government development should be judged by what is delivered on the ground.

He has defended the Kenya Kwanza administration's record and said the government is implementing projects contained in its development manifesto.

During his September inspection tour, he said the administration was implementing its promises progressively and that projects should be completed within agreed timelines. 

For Murang’a residents, the major issues are therefore likely to remain completion of roads, improvement of healthcare facilities, construction of sports infrastructure and ensuring that government investments produce employment and business opportunities.