President Uhuru Kenyatta has commissioned two key road and water projects in Siaya County. The Head of State officially opened the Sh 1.6 billion Kodiaga-Wagai-Onyirore/Akala, and Nyangweso-Muhanda road circuit. The road network covers a total distance of 38 kms, opening up the fish and sugarcane rich region to markets in Kisumu and beyond.
President Uhuru then commissioned the Sh 2.4 billion Siaya-Bondo water supply and sanitation project. The project, whose construction began in November 2013 and ended in December 2018 involved rehabilitating and expanding the Sidindi Malanga processing plant to raise the volume of fresh water supply to the two towns.
It also involved construction of sewer treatment facilities in Siaya and Bondo towns. The water project was funded by the Government and the African Development Bank (AfDB). It sought to improve the quality of life of the people, catalyze commercial activities, drive economic growth and build resilience against climate change.
Fruits of peace
“All these projects you are seeing us commissioning are as a result of peace and unity, and I wont stop appreciating my brother because of the handshake. The fruits of peace is development, the fruits of peace are opportunities and eliminating poverty and lack amongst our people and that’s why we are asking you to support BBI,” said the President.
The Head of State also commended the former PM for being firm and steadfast in his quest to build unity amongst Kenyans saying the handshake was not for the benefit of few individuals but all Kenyans.
“Since the time we said we are going to work together, my brother Raila Odinga has been steadfast. We want to continue with this kind of development throughout the country. This project will ensure all residents get access to tap water in their homes. When we have water then families will be healthy. Clean water is the foundation of a healthy society,” said President Uhuru.
