Kindiki Announces Mega Projects as Govt Targets Growth in Meru County

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has outlined ongoing multi-billion-shilling government projects in Meru County. The projects target health, energy, roads and trade. They aim to improve services and boost economic growth.

According to a statement he shared on his official X account on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the National Government is constructing new and modern facilities at the Meru Level 5 Hospital at a cost of 1 billion shillings. The project will strengthen healthcare services in the region.

“State of the art medical equipment will then be installed to treat heart, kidney, cancer and other serious illnesses, paving way for the elevation of the Hospital to a Level 6 National Teaching and Referral Hospital by next year,” he stated.

“As a result, the hospital will handle complex cases locally. This move will also ease pressure on national referral hospitals,” he added.

Rural Electrification Expands Access

Meanwhile, the government is expanding electricity access across Meru County. The rural electrification programme will connect 26,500 additional households. The project will cost 2.4 billion shillings.

This initiative will support small businesses. It will also improve living standards in rural areas.

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At the same time, the government is constructing 21 fresh produce markets across the country. These markets aim to improve trading conditions.

Among them is the Gakoromone Modern Market. The project will cost 1 billion shillings once traders relocate. It will enhance the distribution of farm produce.

Roads Upgrade Underway

In addition, the government is investing heavily in road infrastructure. Tarmacking of rural access roads is ongoing at a cost of 39 billion shillings. These roads will improve transport and market access.

Further, the upgrading of roads within Meru Town will begin soon. The project will cost 3.7 billion shillings.

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Kindiki revealed these developments after inspecting projects in Imenti North Constituency. He later held a public sensitization event at Tuskys in Meru Town. There, he updated residents on various government programmes.

The event brought together several leaders. They included Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma, Deputy Governor Linda Kiome, Imenti North MP Rahim Dawood and Kenya’s Ambassador to the Netherlands Halima Mucheke. Many residents also attended the forum.

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki speaks to residents  in Meru Town on April 21, 2026, during a public forum after inspecting government projects in Imenti North Constituency. PHOTO/ DPPS