Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has toured several quarry sites across the county as preparations continue for the rehabilitation of rural access roads.
The governor visited Miguta Quarry in Ngewa Ward, Githunguri Sub-County, as well as quarry sites in Karibaribi, Thika, and Kuraiha in Juja.
The sites are being used to stockpile gravel that will support the county’s ongoing road improvement programme. The gravel will be used to repair and maintain rural roads in different wards to improve transport and accessibility for residents.
During the inspection tour, Wamatangi said the county government is committed to improving road infrastructure, especially in rural areas where poor roads have affected the movement of people, goods, and services.
“We are stockpiling gravel and deploying road construction equipment across the county to ensure our rural access roads are rehabilitated and remain passable throughout the year,” said Wamatangi.
He added that the county has already deployed construction machinery, including excavators, graders, tippers, and rollers, to various sub-counties to speed up road works.
The governor noted that better roads will help farmers transport their produce to markets more easily, improve access to schools and health facilities, and support economic growth in local communities.
County officials accompanying the governor said the inspection was aimed at ensuring there is enough construction material available as roadworks continue in different parts of the county. Residents are expected to benefit from improved connectivity once the road rehabilitation programme is completed. Many rural roads become difficult to use during rainy seasons, making transport a challenge for both motorists and pedestrians.
The county government says the programme is part of its broader plan to upgrade infrastructure and improve service delivery to residents across Kiambu.
Road rehabilitation works are ongoing in several wards, with county road construction units expected to continue grading, graveling, and maintaining roads in the coming months.
By Polyne Wakiyu
