CS Ruku Promises Urgent Infrastructure Fixes for Technical Colleges in Kenya
CHUKA — Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upgrading infrastructure in Kenya’s learning institutions, starting with stalled projects that have hindered services at Chuka Technical and Vocational College.
Speaking during the handover of a new institution bus at the college, Ruku said the government would prioritize incomplete developments in the upcoming Supplementary Budget. Key among them is the Kaanwa–Mwanjati–Kamutiria road project, which stalled due to funding gaps.
“We understand the urgency. In Supplementary Budget One, we will ensure additional funds are allocated to complete this road,” said Ruku.
The project had already gone through procurement and advertisement, but construction failed to begin. The road is critical for students who face daily challenges accessing the college.
Chuka/Igambang’ombe MP Patrick Munene echoed the concerns. “Our students walk through dust and rough terrain daily. This road has been ignored for too long, it needs to be tarmacked,” he said. Munene also pressed for urgent upgrades to the college’s infrastructure, citing a lack of lecture halls, a library, and proper technical workshops.
Ruku also pledged to address long-standing water shortages at the institution. He confirmed that a borehole would be drilled in partnership with Tana Water Company. He added that the Rianthiga Water Project, which had received KSh 30 million but stalled, would be revived.
“We are reviving this critical project in the Supplementary Budget to ensure surrounding communities benefit from safe, clean water,” he said.
In addition, the school’s ICT hub will be equipped with more computers to strengthen digital learning, aligning with the government’s push to modernize vocational training.
Ruku also announced that the National Youth Service (NYS) intake will double from 20,000 in 2025 to 40,000 in 2026. The move is part of a wider strategy to expand access to technical education and youth employment programs.
“We are committed to building strong institutions. You cannot drive national development without investing in the roads, water, and infrastructure that support technical training,” he said.
The government’s plan aligns with its broader education reform goals under the Kenya Kwanza administration, aimed at preparing youth with practical skills for a competitive job market.
As of now, no completion dates have been issued for the announced projects, but budget planning is expected to be finalized in the next review cycle.
