Ruto Issues Update on Construction of 'Killer' Nithi Bridge
The bridge is prone to deadly crashes...
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President William Ruto announced the procurement process for the new Nithi Bridge will begin on August 5, with construction expected to finish before the 2027 general elections. The bridge, a notorious accident blackspot, will feature a straightened design to improve safety.
- The construction of the new bridge is estimated to cost Ksh7 billion.
- The project aims to protect the lives of motorists and passengers along the Embu Meru Highway.
- The announcement follows Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir's update on reviving over 580 stalled road projects across Kenya by disbursing 40 percent of outstanding payments to contractors.
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President Ruto's Government Actions and Appointments - August 2025
President William Ruto has issued a strong warning to Level 4 health facilities that continue to charge citizens for outpatient services, despite government funding for Universal Health Coverage (UHC), promising swift action against such practices. He also announced that the procurement process for the new Nithi Bridge, a notorious accident blackspot, will begin on August 5, with construction slated for completion before the 2027 general elections, featuring a straightened design for improved safety. Furthermore, President Ruto nominated Dr. Amani Yuda Komora as the new chairperson and Angeline Yiamiton Siparo as a member of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) on August 4, following a selection process.
