Murang’a Leaders allied to the Kenya Kwanza administration have dismissed speculation about possible political realignments, saying the region continues to benefit from being part of the government of the day.
Speaking in Kangema during a fundraising drive to support traders whose businesses were destroyed by fire in Kiawambogo, Rwathia Ward, the leaders led by Lands and Housing Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome, said their priority remains delivering development projects and improving livelihoods at the grassroots.
More than 14 business premises were destroyed in the tragic fire incident, leaving traders counting heavy losses and struggling to rebuild their enterprises.
CS Wahome said Murang’a County has witnessed significant development under the Kenya Kwanza administration, including road construction, establishment of modern markets and implementation of affordable housing projects.
“Murang’a County continues to benefit from development projects because we are working closely with the national government. Our focus is service delivery and ensuring wananchi feel the impact of government programmes,” she said.
She noted that the county has so far benefited from the construction of 25 modern markets aimed at boosting trade and creating better business environments for small-scale traders.
“These markets will provide decent trading spaces for our traders and spur economic growth across the county,” she added.
The leaders maintained they have no plans to exit the government, urging residents to continue supporting the administration to ensure sustained development.
Kangema Constituency Member of Parliament, Peter Kihungi, said the region had in the past suffered development setbacks after remaining outside government, adding that leaders must now work within government structures to deliver promises made to voters.
“To fulfil the promises we made to our people, we must be in government. Resources are scarce and we have to go where they are so that our people can benefit,” he said.
Maragua MP, Mary Wamaua, echoed the sentiments, saying unity among leaders was key in ensuring development projects reach local communities.
“Our goal is to transform livelihoods by ensuring roads are built, markets constructed and services brought closer to the people,” she said.
Murang’a County Woman Representative Betty Maina also urged residents to maintain unity and support programmes aimed at improving livelihoods.
“Development requires stability and cooperation between leaders and residents. When we work together, communities grow and businesses thrive,” Maina said.
The leaders assured traders affected by the fire that support efforts would continue to help them rebuild their businesses and restore their sources of income.
By Florence Kinyua
