The Kenyan government has begun construction of 385 kilometres of new tarmac roads in Kilifi County in a project valued at Sh25.5 billion. The initiative is expected to boost trade, improve connectivity, and enhance livelihoods across the coastal region.
Speaking during an inspection tour in Ganze Constituency, Kithure Kindiki said the roads are part of a wider national infrastructure plan aimed at transforming the economy.
“These roads will promote trade, enable farmers to access markets, promote enterprise and generally improve livelihoods,” said Kindiki.
Major infrastructure push underway
The roads form part of the government’s ambitious plan to construct 28,000 kilometres of new roads across the country. Officials say the programme is critical in positioning Kenya for rapid economic growth and long-term development.
Kindiki said improved road networks will open up rural areas and support key sectors such as agriculture and small businesses. He noted that infrastructure remains central to the country’s economic ambitions.
“These roads are part of an ambitious programme to build 28,000 kilometres of new roads, crucial for accelerating Kenya’s quest for first world economic status in a generation,” he added.
Key Kilifi road project inspected
During the visit, Kindiki inspected the ongoing construction of the 56-kilometre Kilifi–Kakanjuni–Kasava–Kitengwani–Silala–Sangaweni–Ganze–Bamba road. The project is expected to cost Sh2 billion and is among the flagship developments in the county.
The road is set to improve connectivity between key trading centres and rural communities, easing transport for goods and people. Local leaders say it will also reduce travel time and lower the cost of doing business in the region.
Leaders back development agenda
The inspection tour was attended by Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro, Ganze MP Kenneth Tungule, Kilifi North MP Owen Baya, and Kenya Roads Board Chairperson Aisha Jumwa, among other local leaders.
The leaders welcomed the projects, saying improved infrastructure will unlock economic opportunities and support regional growth. They also called for timely completion of the roads to ensure communities begin to benefit as soon as possible.
Focus on economic transformation
The government says expanding road infrastructure is a key pillar in driving Kenya’s development agenda. Improved roads are expected to enhance mobility, attract investment, and strengthen linkages between rural and urban economies.
As construction progresses, residents in Kilifi and neighbouring areas are expected to benefit from better access to markets, services, and employment opportunities.
