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September 11, 2026
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Sakaja races against time to deliver campaign pledges ahead of 2027 polls

Sakaja races against time to deliver campaign pledges ahead of 2027 polls

The pace of construction has also become an important measure of whether the administration can deliver on its wider development agenda, particularly in a city where infrastructure projects often face delays...

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Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing a tight deadline to fulfill campaign promises, particularly the construction and modernization of 20 markets across the city, with the 2027 General Election less than a year away.

  • Several market projects are nearing completion, including South B Market (90%), Gikomba Quarry Road Market (96%), and Maji Mazuri Market in Kasarani (98%).
  • The governor is showcasing these market projects as tangible evidence of his administration's performance to secure re-election.
  • The projects, aimed at improving facilities for small-scale traders and creating opportunities, are part of a cooperation agreement between the Nairobi county government and the national government.

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