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March 24, 2026
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Ruto pledges equitable development as he concludes Nyanza tour

Ruto pledges equitable development as he concludes Nyanza tour

The President regretted that previous regimes had marginalised the Nyanza region, yet it has huge resources that can help transform the lives of residents of the Lake Victoria basin.He said the Lake V.....

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President William Ruto pledged equitable and inclusive development for the Nyanza region during his four-day working tour, concluding on Tuesday.

  • The Kenyan government is investing Ksh.9.5 billion to harness the region's blue economy, including infrastructure development and job creation for over 10,000 young people.
  • Key infrastructure projects include the construction of the KSh1 billion Usenge Pier, piers in Homa Bay and Migori, a Ksh.250 million fishermen's rescue centre, and 10 landing sites along Lake Victoria.
  • The President also announced plans for 748 affordable housing units and a Ksh.200 million modern market in Migori, aiming to stimulate trade and add value to local produce.

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