President William Ruto has officially inaugurated the new County Assembly of Bomet Main Chamber, a project valued at Ksh 470 million, designed to strengthen governance, transparency and citizen participation in county affairs.
The event was attended by county leaders, dignitaries and residents, marking a significant milestone in Kenya’s devolution journey.
The facility has been described as an ultra-modern County Assembly equipped with advanced tools to support legislative work and improve accountability.
At the opening of the assembly, President Ruto emphasized that the chamber is not just an architectural achievement but development catalyst for Bomet County. He added that it will also promote transparency, as the chamber is expected to stimulate a meaningful development projects across the county.
In the assembly, advanced digital systems will enable real-time monitoring of assembly proceedings, enhancing public access to debates and decisions and expanding scrutiny of county governance.
The assembly will have a streamlined operations aimed at cutting wastage and improving resource management.
The inauguration was marked by a series of symbolic events, including the presentation of a certification to the speaker of the assembly, a ceremonial race that symbolizes legislative authority and a formal session that showcased its modern design and functionality.