Membley Estate, located in Ruiru, now has a passable road after years of persistent pleas and unfulfilled promises.
On Wednesday this week, the long-awaited construction project reached completion, marking a significant milestone for the community.
This was all made possible by Ruiru constituency Member of Parliament, Simon Nganga King’ara. The road has been graded, gravelled, and compacted.
The residents of Membley Estate, who had endured countless difficulties due to the poor state of Rolex’s main road, are overjoyed by this much-needed development.
For years, the road leading into Membley Estate from Rolex Shopping Centre had been frustrating and inconvenient. Not only was the road too bumpy and filled with rocks, but it also harboured a lot of dust.
During the rainy seasons, the situation became dire, with the road turning into a muddy, impassable mess.
The most recent rains last month rendered the road nearly unusable, disrupting daily life, impending access to essential services, and causing damage to homes as the road would carry all the water into house compounds.
However, the tide has turned for Membley Estate, and the new road now promises reliability and ease of access regardless of the weather conditions.
The road construction resulted from relentless advocacy by community members, who lobbied local government officials and mobilised resources to make this project a success.
The sense of relief and joy among the residents is palpable. “This new road is a dream come true,” said Sarah Mwangi, a long-time resident of Membley Estate.
Mwangi’s sentiments are echoed by many in the community, as the improved infrastructure is expected to enhance property values, and the completion of the road is also seen as a testament to the power of community advocacy and persistence.
For the residents, it is more than just a road; it is a pathway to a better, more connected community.
By Metrine Wacira
