Skip to main content

Key projects in Kisumu City Bolsters Uhuru, Raila Handshake

Kisumu City slated to hold this year’s madaraka day, as residents reap big from the golden handshake between President Uhuru Kenyatta and ODM leader Raila Odinga. Raila will be acclaimed from the recent rapid development in the region.

The doyen of opposition politics will begrudgingly bestrode Kisumu on Madaraka Day with grace and stride as he hosts Uhuru to lead the nation in celebrating the national event, characterized with Kenya’s past attainment of internal self-rule.

Projects initiated in Kisumu by President Uhuru Kenyatta

The government of Jubilee funded the construction of a Kshs.79million ultra-modern market at Otonglo in Kisumu West Sub-county to accord traders some decent space to execute their business activities.

Jubilee government is credited for the rehabilitation of Kisumu Port which cost the taxpayer Kshs.3billion. The project intended to make Kisumu the economic hub for Western Kenya. 

The extended Luo Nyanza, which was initially marginalized by successive regimes, has benefited a lot after Uhuru and Raila chose to put aside their political differences. 

President Uhuru, through the Ministry of sports, renamed Kisumu Mambo Leo Ground as Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in mid-2020 and initiated the upgrade process at a cost of Kshs.498million. Upon completion, the stadium will be elevated to a world-class status.

When complete, the stadium will complement Moi Stadium in hosting high profile games such as Premier League and the National Super League.

The Inland Container Depot at Kibos is set to curtail port traffic and to ease the movement of cargo.

The Mbita-Rusinga floating bridge was constructed, to replace the causeway that had been used for more than 30 years, by Uhuru’s government. The bridge that connects Mbita town and Rusinga Island gives way to the main tourist facilities, which include Rusinga Island Lodge and Mbita Tourist Hotel. 

Nyanza residents expect more goodies from the national government as they continue wallowing in a miasma of ‘handshake’ blessings.

How Prepared are Nyanza Leaders?

ODM leader Raila Odinga and Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o led a delegation of leaders to inspect preparations for this year’s Madaraka Day Celebrations at Kisumu on May 24. 

Kisumu will host Madaraka Day national event amid surging numbers of Covid-19 infections, with cases of Indian variant recorded in the Lakeside City. Governor Nyong’o advised residents to observe Covid-19 protocols and avoid crowded places.

A group of Nyanza legislators met President Uhuru Kenyatta at state House on Friday to discuss about economic challenges facing the region ahead of his Kisumu tour. MP James Nyikal briefly confided to the press some of the details they discussed with the Head of State.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i and his ICT counterpart Joe Mucheru also attended the State House event.

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Kenyans surprised over UDA's 'Voters Repair' remarks for President Ruto 2027 reelection

 Kenyans are reacting strongly to remarks by some UDA leaders that many interpret as hints at election manipulation ("ukarabati ya kura" / "voters repair") ahead of the 2027 presidential election. What Happened On or around May 23, 2026, NTV Kenya and other outlets aired footage from a UDA meeting at Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula's home.  Leaders including Savula and MP Charles Gimose reportedly used phrases like "tutafanya ukarabati ya kura" (we will repair/do maintenance on the votes).  Some comments referenced high victory margins in places like Tanzania under Samia Suluhu or Museveni-style wins. This has been widely seen as implying plans to "fix" or pad results in favor of President William Ruto's reelection, rather than a literal call for better voter registration or system maintenance. Public Reaction 1. Surprise and outrage: Many Kenyans on X and social media expressed shock, viewing it as arrogant or desperate signaling am...
Post a Comment
Read more

How to commercialize your prototype innovation in Kenya

Commercializing a prototype in Kenya involves transforming your innovation from a proof-of-concept stage into a marketable product or service that generates revenue. This process requires protecting your intellectual property (IP), validating market demand, securing funding, and selecting the right business model.  Kenya has a supportive ecosystem with government agencies, grants, and innovation hubs to help.  Below is a step-by-step guide based on established practices and resources. 1. Protect Your Intellectual Property (IP) Before commercialization, safeguard your innovation to prevent copying. In Kenya, IP protection is handled by the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI). Register your IP : File for patents, trademarks, copyrights, or industrial designs. Patents are crucial for inventions and provide a 20-year monopoly.  Start with a patent search to ensure novelty, then apply via KIPI's online portal. Costs range from KSh 3,000–50,000 depending on the type. Why...
Post a Comment
Read more

Important steps to be taken when buying Land in Kenya

  Land is a vital asset and acquiring it requires utmost caution to avoid finding yourself in a protracted, unending legal battle. As Kenya's economy bites, there has been increased cases of land fraud.  Land disputes have been so rampant, hence the need for advocacy of future land buyers to be cautious when undertaking land transfer processes. Factors to consider when purchasing land in Kenya 1. Do a land search at the ministry of lands. This enables you to confirm the real owner of the land and know whether it has any legal dispute, loan or unpaid tax. 2. Site visit: Make sure you see the land physically and confirm its boundaries. 3. Land verification: Verify the authenticity of the property at the land registry and confirm if it is freehold, leasehold or communal. 4. Sale agreement: Engage a lawyer and a surveyor for legally sound transaction. 5. Land transfer: Make sure the original titledeed is transferred from the name of the seller to your name. 6. Register your land w...
Post a Comment
Read more