Chinese firm wins Sh7.5bn ‘killer bridge’ contract
Soon after election, President Ruto said redesign of Nithi Bridge was a top priority and promised work would soon start...
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A Chinese firm, China Wu Yi Company Limited, has been awarded a Sh7.5 billion contract to realign the accident-prone Nithi Bridge in Kenya. This project is a key promise from President William Ruto's administration.
- The contract value is Sh7.5 billion.
- The contractor is China Wu Yi Company Limited.
- Construction is expected to be completed by August 7, 2029.
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