GOVERNMENT COMMITTED TO ECONOMIC GROWTH AND EMPOWERMENT

Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has affirmed the Government’s unwavering commitment to transforming the lives of millions of ordinary Kenyans through deliberate economic and social investments aimed at stabilizing the economy and creating jobs.

Speaking during an economic empowerment engagement at Kasikeu Market in Kilome Constituency, Makueni County, the Deputy President highlighted a raft of initiatives under the 2025/2026 national budget designed to improve livelihoods without burdening Kenyans with new taxes.

“To make life easier for millions of ordinary Kenyans, the Government is taking deliberate measures to stabilize the macroeconomic environment, create job opportunities within our borders, online and abroad—especially for our youth—and invest in infrastructure and other social enablers for economic transformation,” said Prof. Kindiki.

In a significant announcement, he assured citizens that the upcoming budget would not introduce any additional taxes. Instead, the focus would remain on prudent fiscal policies intended to promote growth and economic stability.

The Deputy President further noted that the Affordable Housing and Economic Stimulus Program has become a cornerstone of job creation, currently employing over 250,000 Kenyans across the country, including hundreds in Makueni County. The program, he said, is not just about providing shelter but also empowering communities economically.

In Makueni, the Government has already invested KSh 2 billion towards electricity connectivity, bringing power to an additional 18,000 households. Kilome Constituency alone received KSh 242 million to connect 2,400 new homes, signaling a strong commitment to expanding access to basic services.

Infrastructure development remains a top priority, with the Deputy President reaffirming the Government’s pledge to complete all stalled road projects across the country. In Makueni County, the Kasikeu-Kikoko, Kasikeu-Kilome, and Kautandini-Kiima Kiu roads are being upgraded to bitumen standard, delivering on President William Ruto’s promise to the region.

“We will revive and complete all stalled road projects to ease the movement of people and goods. Our development agenda is anchored on inclusivity and ensuring that no region is left behind,” Prof. Kindiki said.

The event brought together a host of national and regional leaders in a show of unity and shared vision for development. Among those present were MPs Vincent Musyoka Kawaya (Mwala), Caleb Mule (Machakos Town), Nimrod Mbai (Kitui East), Mwengi Mutuse (Kibwezi West), Joshua Mwalyo (Masinga), Senator Tabitha Mutinda, Titus Khamala (Lurambi), Innocent Mugabe (Likuyani), John Bwire (Taveta), and President’s aide Farouk Kibet. Also in attendance was Regina Ndambuki, Chairperson of the Tana Athi Water Works Development Agency, alongside Members of the County Assembly and other leaders.

Prof. Kindiki praised the spirit of partnership between national and county governments and urged leaders to focus on service delivery, economic empowerment for women and youth, and supporting small-scale traders through SACCOs and cooperatives.

The Deputy President concluded by assuring residents that the Government would continue working tirelessly to transform every part of the country through meaningful development, unity, and accountability.