President William Ruto has issued a strong warning to contractors lagging in the implementation of government projects. Speaking during an inspection of the Kisii Cancer Centre construction on Thursday, the President expressed dissatisfaction with the project’s slow progress, despite full payment to the contractor.
“There are many contractors who are letting us down, and we will not allow them. This is the year for delivering our agenda as planned,” said President Ruto. He underscored his administration’s unwavering commitment to fulfilling its promises to the public, signaling zero tolerance for inefficiency.
The Kisii Cancer Centre, a flagship project aimed at improving cancer care in the region, has experienced delays that the President deemed unacceptable. He firmly instructed the contractor to adhere to the agreed timelines and warned of severe consequences, including contract termination, for non-compliance.
“You have been paid all the money required. There is no reason whatsoever why this project is not progressing,” President Ruto said, emphasizing the need for accountability and efficiency in public projects.
The President’s remarks reflect his broader commitment to ensure government projects are completed on time and deliver value to Kenyans. Delays, he noted, not only undermine the government’s efforts but also deny citizens access to critical services.
The Kisii Cancer Centre, once operational, is expected to transform cancer treatment in the region by providing specialized care and reducing the burden on families traveling long distances for treatment.
President Ruto’s visit to Kisii underscores his administration’s focus on health infrastructure, a key pillar of his development agenda. The firm stance against underperforming contractors sets the tone for strict oversight in public projects moving forward.
As the government pushes for timely delivery of its development promises, contractors are now on notice: inefficiency will not be tolerated, and those failing to deliver face the risk of losing their contracts.
