President William Ruto flags off the construction works during the launch of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026./PCS
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President William Ruto has launched the construction of the 15-kilometre Matayos–Nangina and Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County at a cost of KSh773 million.

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Speaking during the launch, Ruto said the project is part of the government’s plan to improve connectivity and boost economic activity in the region.

The roads are expected to enhance transport to Sio Port and surrounding areas, easing movement of goods and people.

The President said infrastructure development remains key to unlocking growth, adding that the project will support trade and livelihoods in Busia and neighbouring counties.

“For many years, Kenya’s development was slowed by leadership that lacked vision. That era is behind us. Today, we are moving the country forward with deliberate investments in critical sectors,” Ruto said.

President William Ruto addresses residents during the launch of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026./PCS
President William Ruto greets Busia Governor Paul Otuoma after unveiling the foundation stone during the launch of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026./PCS
President William Ruto is taken through the project plan on a map board by engineers during the launch of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026./PCS
President William Ruto flags off the construction works during the launch of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026./PCS
An aerial view of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026./PCS
President William Ruto addresses residents during the launch of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026/PCS
Busia Governor Paul Otuoma addresses residents during the launch of the Matayos–Nangina–Sio Port–Mumbaka roads in Busia County on March 18, 2026./PCS