Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that the Kenyan government has cleared Ksh 177 billion in pending bills owed to contractors, allowing for the resumption of stalled road projects nationwide. He confirmed that 6,000 kilometers of roads that stalled since 2020 will now be completed, with contractors instructed to accelerate work without compromising quality.

• Ksh 177 billion in contractor bills have been settled.
• The government plans to complete 6,000 kilometers of stalled roads.
• The Taveta-Challa-Njukini-Rombo-Illasit Road is expected to be completed by December 31, despite an initial May 2027 completion date.

The Kenyan government has cleared Sh177 billion in pending bills owed to road contractors, resolving payments outstanding since 2020. This settlement will allow for the resumption of stalled road works across Kenya, as confirmed by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.

• The government settled outstanding payments totaling Sh177 billion for road contractors.
• Deputy President Kithure Kindiki confirmed the clearing of bills at the Official Residence in Karen, Nairobi.
• The unpaid bills had stalled the construction of 6,000 kilometers of roads across Kenya since 2020.
• Kindiki emphasized the need for high quality standards and timely completion of infrastructure projects critical for Kenya’s economic growth.

The Kenyan government has cleared Ksh 177 billion in pending bills owed to contractors for road projects, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announcing that all arrears dating back to 2020 have been settled. Contractors are now on notice to strictly adhere to timelines and quality standards, with a renewed focus on accountability and performance.

• Ksh 177 billion in pending bills cleared, which had stalled 6,000 kilometres of road projects.
• Deputy President Kithure Kindiki issued the directive from his Karen residence on Wednesday, February 18.
• This clearance follows an earlier payment of Ksh 123 billion in December 2025 and comes after warnings to terminate contracts for stalled projects.