President William Ruto is set to undertake an extensive three-day development tour of the North Rift region, beginning Thursday. The tour will cover Elgeyo Marakwet, Trans Nzoia, and Uasin Gishu counties, focusing on various development projects aimed at improving infrastructure and enhancing local livelihoods.
In Uasin Gishu, the President’s visit will be especially significant, as the county is his home base. Governor Jonathan Bii expressed excitement about the visit, noting that the region is ready to engage in meaningful discussions on development issues. “We are ready to welcome the President to this royal county so that together with the people of Uasin Gishu, we have a chance to discuss development matters,” Bii said.
The tour will begin on Thursday with President Ruto visiting Elgeyo Marakwet County. Key stops will include Kerio Valley Technical Training Institute (TTI), Kerio Valley KMTC, and Kapcherop TTI, where he will also launch the Kapkundul-Kapyego-Kamelei Road. Additionally, the President is expected to issue title deeds in the region, a move aimed at boosting land ownership and securing land rights for local residents.
On the same day, President Ruto will visit Cherangany in Trans Nzoia County to launch the Kitale-Kapenguria-Morpus Road, an important infrastructure project designed to improve regional connectivity.
Friday will see the President focus on Uasin Gishu County, where he will start in Kapseret Constituency. There, he will commission the Kimuri Dam and Ngeria TTI. In Kesses Constituency, he will visit Karita Dam and the Chebor last mile electricity connectivity project. On Saturday, the President will spend his final day in Turbo and Soy constituencies, visiting the Turbo Subcounty Hospital, Turbo TTI, and other key local projects.
With extensive preparations underway, Governor Bii and local MPs are eager to ensure that the President’s tour is a success. Ruto’s visit will also include roadside meetings, offering residents an opportunity to engage directly with the Head of State on matters that impact their daily lives.
