Pharmaceuticals featured among the sectors targeted for Chinese investment during the China-Kenya Investment Forum, as Kenya seeks to strengthen manufacturing, create jobs and improve export performance. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
The China-Kenya Investment Forum focused on attracting capital into manufacturing, agro-processing and pharmaceuticals, sectors identified by Trade CS Lee Kinyanjui as opportunities for employment and export growth. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
Kenya’s newly inaugurated MD500 helicopters were acquired through cooperation with South Korea and the United States, reflecting international partnerships in support of the country’s defence capacity. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
County allocations of KSh71.09 billion for 2026/2027 are intended to support essential services, including healthcare, water provision, agriculture and drought response, while improving county-level service delivery. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
The additional county allocations for 2026/2027 will support healthcare, agriculture, climate resilience, drought response and water services, strengthening county governments’ capacity to serve residents. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
The County Governments Additional Allocations Bill, 2026, received President Ruto’s assent, raising additional county allocations to KSh71.09 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
President Ruto’s participation in the COMESA Summit placed African financing and regional trade among the key priorities, with calls for closer cooperation to expand economic opportunities across member states. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
President Ruto handed over the COMESA chairmanship to Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa during the 25th summit, marking a leadership transition within the regional economic bloc. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
President Ruto called for increased intra-African trade at the COMESA Summit, emphasising the importance of stronger commercial links in expanding markets, supporting businesses and creating opportunities across the continent. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
President William Ruto attended the 25th COMESA Summit in Zimbabwe, where he called for stronger African financial systems, expanded intra-African trade and deeper regional integration to support shared economic growth. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki launched the Nithi Bridge project at a cost of KSh7.5 billion, with the planned structure expected to improve safety and reduce the risks associated with the existing crossing. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
President Ruto proposed scrapping the 25% import duty on mobile phones, a measure intended to lower costs, improve access to digital devices and expand opportunities for Kenyans in the digital economy. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
President William Ruto presided over the 63rd Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, honouring Kenya’s heroes and heroines whose sacrifices continue to inspire national unity and service. #GOKThisWeek Forging Onwards
President Ruto has launched the tarmacking of the 10-kilometre Kwa Vonza–Kiusyani Road in Kitui County, with completion expected in 18 months.
The project forms part of the government’s infrastructure programme in the Ukambani region, where Ruto says development should not depend on political affiliation.
His message is that Machakos, Makueni and Kitui deserve development regardless of how their residents vote. The stated timeline for the road project is 18 months.
President Ruto has launched the tarmacking of the 10-kilometre Kwa Vonza–Kiusyani Road in Kitui County, with completion expected in 18 months.
The project forms part of the government’s infrastructure programme in the Ukambani region, where Ruto says development should not depend on political affiliation.
His message is that Machakos, Makueni and Kitui deserve development regardless of how their residents vote. The stated timeline for the road project is 18 months.
The issuance of 6,800 title deeds in Kaiti highlights the role of land reforms in empowering communities. Secure ownership can reduce disputes, strengthen household confidence and give families a firmer foundation for future development. #MakueniFocus
The completed Tawa-Ngoluni-Itangini Road reflects the importance of connecting rural communities to wider economic networks. At a cost of KSh 2.4 billion, the 30km road is a major infrastructure investment for Mbooni Constituency. #MakueniFocus
The planned development at Kilungu KMTC includes KSh 230 million for student hostels and KSh 50 million for classrooms. These allocations will support the expansion of training infrastructure and create a stronger foundation for healthcare education. #MakueniFocus