Nyamira County national assembly leaders have raised concerns over the slow pace of Kuwait-funded projects aimed at improving school infrastructure, which have been ongoing since 2023.
The four constituency Members of Parliament—Joash Nyamoko (North Mugirango), Patrick Osero (Borabu), Clive Gisairo (Kitutu Masaba), Stephen Mogaka (West Mugirango)—together with County Women Representative Jerusha Momanyi, expressed disappointment that none of the 68 selected schools have yet benefited from operational facilities.
“We have toured the county since Monday to assess the status of the Kuwait-funded infrastructure projects because school administrators are complaining of overcrowding. While the administrators were relieved when selected for the expansions, unfortunately none of these projects have started helping the learners,” said Kitutu Masaba MP Clive Gisairo.
North Mugirango MP Joash Nyamoko noted the irony that desks, laboratory equipment, office furniture and beds for dormitories have been delivered to most schools, yet there are no structures to house them. He vowed that leaders would follow up and demand contractors provide explanations for stalling the projects, denying learners a conducive learning environment.
Mr. Elijah Mungai from the Ministry of Education headquarters, accompanied by professional staff, was also conducting a stocktake to assess the actual status of the Kuwait-funded projects and propose evidence-based solutions to fast-track completion.
“The project consultant indicated that applications for termination have been filed for contracts that never commenced work, and in some cases where contractors delivered substandard work, contracts are being reassigned,” Mungai said.
Nyamira County Director of Education Joshua Kaga said the projects, valued at Sh. 1.1 billion, aim to benefit 68 schools with various infrastructure improvements. Once completed, the facilities are expected to be fully equipped and operational immediately.
Kaga expressed optimism that the joint follow-up by area leaders, Ministry of Education officials, and Kuwait representatives would compel contractors to complete quality work or face termination, allowing capable contractors to take over and deliver according to contract terms.
By Deborah Bochere
