Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has updated residents of Othaya, Nyeri County, on the progress of ongoing development projects, including a stadium, market, affordable housing and Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) hostels.
Speaking during an engagement with residents on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Kindiki said the projects were progressing, highlighting the government’s efforts to improve infrastructure and expand access to essential services.
He also briefed residents on the recent installation of equipment at Mwai Kibaki Level 6 Teaching and Referral Hospital and the ongoing upgrade of its facilities.
The residents welcomed the developments and expressed appreciation for the KSh435 million Karima-Kabutu Irrigation Project, which was launched on Wednesday.
However, they called on the government to accelerate the implementation of the projects and ensure their timely completion to enable communities to benefit from the investments.
The meeting brought together Nyeri Senator Wahome Wamatinga, Othaya MP Wambugu Wainaina, Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi and Kieni MP Njoroge Wainaina.
Principal Secretaries Ephantus Kimotho, in charge of irrigation, and Caroline Karugu, responsible for arid and semi-arid lands, also attended alongside MCAs, professionals and grassroots leaders
