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Originally published by Nation CountiesMarch 4, 2026
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Final stretch as Thika eyes city status
Senate holds public hearings to gather views on the municipality's proposed elevation to city status...
✨ Key Highlights
Thika is on the cusp of achieving city status as the Senate holds public hearings to gather resident views on the proposed elevation. This marks a significant step in the municipality's long-pursued journey to becoming an Industrial Smart City.
- The public participation forum, held by the Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations, is a crucial procedural step before a recommendation can be made to the President.
- Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi expressed strong optimism, highlighting Thika's well-developed infrastructure, manufacturing base, and growing urban population as key factors meeting the required threshold.
- Stakeholders, including the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) and various business leaders, have overwhelmingly supported the initiative, citing its potential to boost employment and attract investment.
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