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March 5, 2026
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Pressure Mounts on Govt to Reveal Cost and Funding Plan for Thika Expressway

Pressure Mounts on Govt to Reveal Cost and Funding Plan for Thika Expressway

Despite President Ruto saying that the construction would begin in September, the government is yet to provide key details on funding and timeline...

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Kenyan lawmakers are demanding clarity from the Ministry of Roads and Transport regarding the proposed Thika Expressway project, questioning its funding, implementation, and timelines.

  • Lawmakers, led by Embu Senator Alexander Mundigi, specifically requested details on the project's total estimated cost and the proportion of national government funding.
  • The President William Ruto announced the 60-kilometer expressway, slated to run from Museum Hill to Thika, with construction reportedly launching in September 2026.
  • Details remain scarce, including whether the project will involve a Public-Private Partnership (PPP), despite the persistent traffic congestion it aims to alleviate.

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