President William Ruto has announced an ambitious government plan aimed at unlocking the vast blue economy potential of Lake Victoria, with major investments targeting fisheries, infrastructure and livelihoods in the Nyanza region.
Speaking on Sunday March 22, 2026 during an interdenominational prayer service at Agoro Sare Senior School, the President revealed that the government is investing KSh9.5 billion in projects along the lake’s shores.
The initiative includes the construction of fish landing sites, modern markets and piers across Busia, Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay and Migori counties.
The Head of State noted that 10 fish landing sites are currently under development, with five earmarked for Homa Bay County. He had earlier, on Saturday, commissioned the Asat fish landing site in Seme, marking a key milestone in the rollout of the programme.
President Ruto said the projects are designed to revitalise the fisheries sector, create jobs and improve the livelihoods of millions of fisherfolk who have long faced neglect. He added that the investments will also open up the lake region for tourism, transport and trade.
In addition to the blue economy projects, the President announced a KSh6 billion plan to upgrade 10 roads in Homa Bay County, alongside KSh2.4 billion allocated for connecting 26,000 households to electricity.
Leaders present at the event included Gladys Wanga, Opiyo Wandayi, John Mbadi and Junet Mohamed, among others.
The leaders rallied residents to support the President’s development agenda, with Governor Wanga urging unity and an end to divisive politics. She pledged support for the government’s initiatives, saying they would help transform the region.
Other leaders echoed similar sentiments, praising the administration’s focus on development and calling for continued backing of the President’s vision for economic transformation.
Junet Mohamed, who is also the Suna East MP, hit out at the management of two media companies for habitually disrespecting the Presidency, saying they are yet to come to terms with the 2022 election loss.
