Residents and traders in Eldoret City have expressed strong support for the re-carpeting and spot patching of roads, along with other ongoing road projects in rural areas that have remained unmaintained since independence.
These initiatives are now sparking development across the entire county.
The Uasin County Roads Executive Dr Abraham Serem stated that the spot patching and tarmac overlay of Kokwas and Washika roads in Huruma Ward are part of the ongoing road improvement program designed to fulfil promises made by Governor Dr Jonathan Bii, in his manifesto, specifically under the Nguzo Kumi agenda, which emphasises infrastructure development for prosperity. "Under Nguzo Kumi, agenda number six, Governor Bii's objective is to improve roads to enable residents to operate efficiently and safely, ensuring gradual transformation in the county.
I urge all contractors to expedite their work so that our people can benefit from these projects," he announced. "Washika Road was constructed during the colonial era and has never been maintained.