Residents of Igembe North are a happy lot after the area MP Julius Taitumu launched the renovation of Kaelo-Antubetwe road.
The road has been in a deplorable condition for many years and thus impended on movement of people and goods.
While officially launching the project recently Taitumu noted that the long-awaited renovation, being funded by the local NGCDF would transform the road into a modern one thus facilitating easy transportation of goods and people.
The MP added the project demonstrates the National government’s commitment towards taking development to every part of the country order to improve respective communities’ living standards.
Taitumu who has tirelessly advocated for the rehabilitation of the road assured residents of his commitment to ensure it is completed on time.
He urged the residents to support the implementation of the project and to be patient during the construction period, as temporary inconveniences may arise such as traffic diversions.
Residents, who have long endured the consequences of the road’s pathetic condition thanked the Government for the project saying it would enhance development.
A trader at Kaelo market Jane Muthoni said local businesses would thrive due to improved connectivity adding that she will now expand her business which has suffered for long due to poor roads.
“Our businesses have suffered for a long time but now we are happy we will be able to order large stocks compared to the little we order currently as lorries cannot access this region,” she maintained.
The construction and maintenance works will encompass resurfacing the road, reinforcing bridges and culverts, and installing proper drainage systems to mitigate the impact of heavy rains.
It will also see road safety measures, such as signage and speed bumps erected to ensure the safety of motorists and pedestrians.
By Kamanja Maeria and Isaiah Mutharimi
