The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has secured a significant grant from the World Bank for a massive road development project in the Rift Valley region.

• The project involves developing a 536-kilometre highway network connecting seven counties.
• The total cost of the project is estimated to be Ksh800 million.
• The initiative, known as the Roads for Rural Economic Development Project (RREDP), aims to improve rural connectivity and economic development.
• The first phase will cover 260 kilometres, with a second phase of approximately 276 kilometres.
• The roads will traverse Nakuru, Kericho, Bomet, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, and Narok counties.