Written By Lisa Murimi
Kenya is poised for significant infrastructure upgrades following an agreement between the National Treasury and the European Union (EU).
On Friday, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi met with Edward Claessen from the EU Infrastructure Fund to discuss ongoing and future development projects valued at Ksh 35 billion (€260 million).
Key projects discussed included the Ksh 16 billion (€114 million) Olkaria Unit 6 Geothermal Project and the Ksh 4.9 billion Kisumu Water Project, both aimed at improving energy and water supply.
Claessen confirmed the EU’s commitment to providing Ksh15.4 billion for the completion of the Mombasa-Mariakani Road, which involves dualing a 41 km section to enhance trade and economic integration.
Additionally, the Nairobi Sustainable Transport Programme will oversee the construction of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Line 3, a 12km network aimed at easing traffic congestion in the city.
Other projects in the pipeline include the Mwache Multipurpose Dam, designed to improve water supply in Mombasa and Kwale counties, and the rehabilitation of water distribution networks.
These initiatives align with the EU’s broader goal of supporting Kenya’s infrastructure and positioning the country as a regional leader in sustainable development.
This announcement follows news of the Korean government’s plan to build a 20km highway linking Machakos to Emali.
