Raymond Mutunga

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[Geno Insights | Analysis @GenoInsightsKe]

Nairobi approves first underground railway as city moves ahead with mass transit plans

Nairobi County has approved the implementation framework for the first phase of the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System (NMRTS), paving the way for the capital’s first underground railway line beneath the Central Business District (CBD).

The decision was made during the 90th County Executive Committee meeting chaired by Governor Johnson Sakaja, marking a major milestone in Nairobi’s long-term strategy to modernise public transport and ease chronic traffic congestion.

The first phase of the project will comprise an underground rail corridor through the CBD linked to the Eastlands Line, connecting one of the city’s busiest commuter catchment areas with the commercial centre. The underground section will also incorporate integrated transit hubs, allowing seamless connections between rail services, pedestrian facilities and non-motorised transport.

According to the county government, the project is designed to reduce travel times, lower transport costs, ease road congestion and support cleaner urban mobility by encouraging a shift from private vehicles and road-based public transport to high-capacity rail.

Governor Sakaja said the approval represents a transition from planning to implementation following technical collaboration between Nairobi County and the Executive Office of the President. He added that planning is already underway for Phase II, which proposes extending the network to Westlands, Ngong Road and Lang’ata, improving connectivity for commuters travelling from Ngong, Ongata Rongai and Nairobi’s western suburbs.

Beyond transport, the county expects the project to stimulate economic activity, create employment during construction and operation, and contribute to lower carbon emissions through a more sustainable urban transport system.

The approval comes alongside other major transport initiatives, including the Nairobi Railway City redevelopment, commuter rail modernisation and the planned expansion of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridors, reflecting a broader strategy to build an integrated, multimodal transport network capable of supporting Nairobi’s growing population.

The county has indicated that public participation and stakeholder consultations will precede groundbreaking, with detailed engineering, financing and implementation arrangements expected to determine the project’s timeline.

If realised, the underground railway would mark a historic milestone for Kenya, becoming the country’s first metro-style underground rail system and significantly reshaping mobility within the capital.

#Nairobi #Transport #MassTransit #Railway #Infrastructure #UrbanDevelopment #NMRTS #Kenya #GenoInsights

[CGTN Africa @cgtnafrica]

Kenya's car market shifts gears as local assembly gains momentum:For decades, imported used cars from Japan dominated the market, but that trend is beginning to change. Industry players are adapting to a rapidly evolving automotive landscape as rising import costs, higher taxes, and government support for local assembly reshape consumer choices.

[Gerhard Visagie 🇿🇦🇷🇼 @Gerhard_Paladin]

Kenya's pension assets grew 25% in 2025 to KSh 2.81 trillion. Private equity allocations up 49%. Offshore investments up 30%.

Kenya's pension industry is quietly becoming one of Africa's most dynamic institutional capital stories.

Worth watching.

#capitalwithpurpose

[Mncedisi @mncedisi_mengu]

I think Kenya is Africa’s most impressive success story right now. A leader in fintech, innovation, logistics, startups & renewable energy. With a young population and strong private sector, don’t be surprised if it becomes one of Africa’s biggest economies in the coming decades.

[CGTN Africa @cgtnafrica]

Nigeria's Dangote Group plans to finance its proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Kenya through internal cash flow, bond issuances and an initial public offering (IPO), Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing a senior company executive. The proposed refinery, expected to be East Africa's largest, could be completed within three years and would supply refined petroleum products to Kenya and neighbouring countries, helping reduce the region's reliance on imported fuels. (📸: Reuters)

[Bloomberg @business]

A new mega-refinery to be built at the Kenyan coast by Africa’s richest person will cost as much as $17 billion, a spokesman for Dangote has confirmed https://t.co/MXpjD9bZo7

[Charlie Robertson @CharlieTTEcon]

Germany obviously a bigger economy but 4x more remittances to kenya than from the UK?

[Eng. Nashon Tambo @Nashon_Tambo]

I would argue ClearVu is as popular in Kenya as it is South Africa🇿🇦 despite the high price point. The aesthetic appeal it provides is clearly worth the price tag!

[Raymond Mutunga @raymutunga]

This is needed @75 along Eastern Bypass

[𝗘𝗡𝗚. 𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗦 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜 , 𝗘𝗕𝗦 @MuriraKinoti]

The Ngong road Viaduct near the junction mall is almost ready for traffic.The technical teams are carrying out final structural confirmatory tests.
The project which was initially scheduled to be completed by July, 2027 is now approaching the final stages before commissioning.

[Moe @moneyacademyKE]

CBK released an interview with former CBK Governor Micah Cheserem.

Some of the Key points to note:

— He says banks “wanted to kill” M-Pesa
— He says he ordered burning of thousands of exchange-control documents (about 47 truckloads)

[Raymond Mutunga @raymutunga]

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[Mastardcesh @Mastardcesh]

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URGENTLY!!!

[World Economic Forum @wef]

365 turbines on the shore of Lake Turkana.

📕 Read more: https://t.co/qNjKIC14Lo

[masha @masha_slp]

People born around 1999–2001 are living a very specific experience.

[Raymond Mutunga @raymutunga]

Now this is what we are talking about👏👏

[Moe @moneyacademyKE]

Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote is eyeing Kenya for a 650,000 barrels/day refinery in Mombasa, estimated at Sh2–Sh2.2 trillion.

He says Mombasa stands out due to its deep port and strong demand, while East Africa still imports all refined fuel.

[Big joe @Joemarcu1]

the amount of opportunities you'll get in life by just having aura is crazy.

[Bloomberg @business]

Kenya’s president says his $39 billion plan to build new trains and highways will catapult his country into the first world within a generation. International investors aren’t so sure https://t.co/8OruGaTJpn

[Raymond Mutunga @raymutunga]

Just drive along Kangundo rd from Caltex to Tala, you'll count almost a hundred filling stations

[Claire Nasike Akello @MissNasike]

Surely! How many petrol stations and malls can Nairobi accommodate?

[Africa Today Media Group @africatodayMG]

Kenya is investing $1 billion in infrastructure in preparations for afcon 2027.

Kenya and Tanzania are competing for who should host the FINALE.
Kenyans think they deserve it since they are big in every possible way compared to Tanzania or Uganda!.

[Abdikarin Dahir @Abdikarindahirr]

Yoweri Museveni made specific reference to the Somali community in Uganda has said, When we went to Somalia, the Somali community in Uganda called us “kafir.”(disbeliever) He responded by saying, “Yes, we are kafir, but this is our land. If you do not want to live in this Christian land, then go to Pakistan. This is our land, and if you bring trouble, we will deal with you. If you are looking for an Islamic country, go to Islamic country.
#Uganda #Somalia