'Tuko kadi,' Ruto says as he unveils SGR extension
SGR Malaba extension: Govt projects freight costs will fall by 40pc per tonne, per kilometre and transit time by 30pc; cargo currently takes 80 hours from Mombasa to Malaba...
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President William Ruto launched Phase 2C of the Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in Kisumu County, asserting that his administration's development agenda is progressing despite challenges.
- The SGR project is expected to reduce freight costs by 40 percent and transit time by 30 percent.
- Key figures involved include President William Ruto and a mention of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni regarding the Malaba-Kampala-Kasese railway project.
- Ruto used the phrase "tuko tayari na tuko kadi" to highlight the government's readiness and ongoing development efforts, referencing a popular youth movement.
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Ruto Launches Kisumu-Malaba SGR Extension - March 2026
President William Ruto launched Phase 2C of the Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in Kisumu County, asserting that his administration's development agenda is progressing despite challenges. Uganda President Yoweri Museveni hailed the launch as crucial for safer and more cost-effective regional trade. Ruto revealed negotiations that led Uganda to acquire a 21% stake in the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), detailing direct discussions with President Museveni. The groundbreaking ceremony was presided over by both presidents, marking a significant milestone for Kenya's infrastructure and East African trade.
