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January 30, 2026
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Ruto pushes for ODM coalition, unveils major Kisumu projects

Ruto pushes for ODM coalition, unveils major Kisumu projects

For the second day in a row, Ruto pitched a tent in Nyanza and rallied the residents to back their proposal to engage in a preelection talks as he markets his reelection campaign...

✨ Key Highlights

President William Ruto is intensifying efforts to rally support in Nyanza for proposed coalition talks between his UDA party and ODM leadership, while simultaneously unveiling significant development projects in Kisumu.

  • President Ruto outlined projects worth Sh44 billion for Kisumu, including 14,000 affordable housing units valued at Sh34 billion.
  • He reaffirmed agreements with the late Raila Odinga to prioritize infrastructure, such as the rehabilitation of Moi Stadium and the extension of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) from Narok to Kisumu and Uganda.
  • Ruto announced an additional Sh3 billion for the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital to improve healthcare services.
  • He pledged compensation for traders and residents affected during past demonstrations in Kondele and highlighted Sh5 billion for roads development.
  • The President was accompanied by Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathews Owili, Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu, and Senator Tom Ojienda.

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