Dr. Raymond Omollo — CBS

Congratulations to the newly sworn-in Judges of the High Court, the Environment and Land Court and the COMESA Court of Justice on this momentous and well-deserved appointment. We thank H.E. President @WilliamsRuto for his continued commitment to strengthening the Judiciary and advancing access to justice, as demonstrated by his presiding over this important occasion at the State House, Nairobi. We wish you success as you discharge your duties in service to the nation and the region.

Situated along the busy Thika Superhighway, the Witeithie Modern Market Complex in Juja Sub-county, Kiambu County is nearing completion, set to transform informal trade into a structured, dignified and efficient enterprise. Designed to accommodate over 4,000 small-scale traders currently operating from the open air, the multi-level facility features organized stalls and shops, cold storage for perishable produce and integrated ICT and business hubs to support digital commerce. Modern utilities including improved drainage, sanitation systems, quality ablution blocks and a food court are complemented by social amenities such as a crèche and a rooftop recreational space. The project has generated jobs during construction and is expected to unlock new economic opportunities upon completion, enhancing incomes, reducing post-harvest losses and stimulating local enterprise along this key economic corridor. The State Department for Internal Security and National Administration has played a pivotal role in fostering an enabling environment for delivery, strengthening coordination at the grassroots and ensuring the project aligns with broader efforts to promote secure, well-managed and economically vibrant communities.

Data is the new goldmine and as Kenya advances towards a first-world economy, the Digital Superhighway; one of the key pillars of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), is rapidly expanding opportunities within the digital space. The Ndumberi Jitume Digital Hub in Kiambu Town Constituency, Kiambu County, established under the Jitume Digital Program and powered by Konza Technopolis in collaboration with the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (MICDE) and the ICT Authority (ICTA), is a strategic investment in this transformation. Equipped with 80 fully functional computers, the Centre is already in its third cohort, having trained over 1,500 youth, many of whom have secured dignified, income-generating opportunities, offering a meaningful alternative to crime, substance and drug abuse, social vices that have long plagued the County and the larger Central Kenya Region. It offers free, walk-in access to digital skills training aligned with the Ajira curriculum, covering areas such as graphic design, digital marketing, social media management, web development, forex trading, transcription, video editing, financial literacy and digipreneurship. Through these structured modules, the Centre is intentionally designed to move young people from, 'learners to earners,' supported by reliable broadband connectivity and modern digital infrastructure. To safeguard this growing digital ecosystem, the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration is reinforcing these efforts through robust cybersecurity frameworks that monitor, prevent and deter cybercrime and other online threats, ensuring a safe and secure environment for Kenya's digital economy to thrive.

Joined the family and friends of the Nyikal's to bid farewell to their patriarch, Mzee Eliud Nyikal Okaka, at their home in Kobita, Seme Sub-county, Kisumu County. Mzee Okaka, father to Seme MP Hon. Dr. James Nyikal, will be remembered as an educator, a mentor and a community leader. May his memory remain a source of strength and inspiration to all who knew him.

Talent development, particularly among the youth, is central to the realization of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

The ongoing construction of the Rironi–Mau Summit road, a key transport corridor, is improving the movement of people and goods, thereby unlocking new economic opportunities across the country. Western Kenya is among the major beneficiaries of this expansion. The long-standing traffic congestion that has affected travel to and from the region, particularly during peak periods, will soon be a thing of the past. Along the route, the project is already generating employment for contractors, suppliers and surrounding communities, while also opening up new opportunities for trade, tourism and investment.

Held an engagement with residents of Kamrongo in Kisumu East as part of a working Labour Day, reviewing ongoing National Government development projects. Top among them is the Kibos–Chiga–Rabuor road, being implemented jointly by the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) and the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), which is set to enhance connectivity and unlock economic opportunities in the area. I appreciated the residents for their close working relationship with the National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) in driving the Government's Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). The meeting provided an opportunity to update the community on progress, receive feedback and reaffirm our commitment to delivering impactful infrastructure that improves livelihoods.

Joined H.E. President @WilliamsRuto for the 61st Labour Day celebrations at Chavakali High School, Vihiga County.

Economic growth is most enduring when it is built on the strength of a protected and empowered workforce. Through the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), we affirm that decent work remains central to ensuring that the gains of industrialization and trade are broadly shared, inclusive and grounded in social justice.

Today, we honour the dignity of work and the invaluable contributions of every worker to our nation's growth and prosperity. Your dedication, innovation and commitment continue to drive Kenya forward. As we celebrate, let us reaffirm our shared responsibility to build a more inclusive, productive and equitable society for all. Happy Labour Day.

Construction of the Chogoria ESP Market in Tharaka-Nithi County, which began in August 2024 and is now 87% complete, is already providing a strong boost to the local economy. The project has stimulated trade and livelihoods, injecting income into surrounding communities while laying the foundation for a modern marketplace. Once complete, the market will empower small scale vendors and local hustlers through access to organized trading spaces, improved storage facilities and safer, more dignified working environments. Even at this stage, the project has created jobs for local youth and expanded opportunities for suppliers, transporters and service providers benefiting from increased demand. The State Department for Internal Security and National Administration continues to coordinate local administration and support a safe and orderly environment for both construction activities and future market operations.

The Government, through an inter-agency coordination, is undertaking a comprehensive renovation and facelift of Wajir Stadium in preparation for the upcoming Madaraka Day celebrations on June 1st, with construction works now at 70% completion. This effort is part of a broader infrastructure upgrade that includes the development of key auxiliary facilities such as access roads, the County Commissioner's residence, as well as enhanced water and electricity connectivity, ensuring the area is fully prepared to host the national event and deliver lasting value to the local community.

Hosted by Wajir Governor, Hon. Ahmed Abdullahi, with colleague PS @pmariru (Defence), we led the National Celebrations Steering Committee on a field visit to Wajir County to assess progress on key development projects, particularly the Wajir Stadium, ahead of this year's Madaraka Day celebrations on 1st June. Through coordinated inter-agency efforts, we are working round the clock to ensure timely delivery and readiness.

Under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), the government is creating opportunities for local livelihoods to expand, commerce to flourish and communities to reclaim economic dignity. Construction of the Kimbimbi ESP Market in Kirinyaga County which started in June 2024 as part of this transformative agenda, is approaching completion. Like other ESP markets, Kimbimbi will host traders in a modern, well-organized space and include a cold storage facility to reduce post-harvest losses, sanitation facilities, a crèche for lactating mothers, an onsite restaurant, a social hall and an ICT hub to empower youth with digital skills and e-commerce opportunities. The project has created jobs during construction and is set to boost the local economy by improving market access and supporting sustainable income generation. The State Department for Internal Security and National Administration is working with local authorities to coordinate community engagement, ensuring the market becomes a vibrant and secure hub for trade and innovation.

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Chaired by the Prime Cabinet Secretary Hon. @MusaliaMudavadi, I joined colleague Principal Secretaries and senior officials under the Governance and Public Administration Sub-Committee of the National Development Implementation Committee (NDIC) to review progress in the implementation of key government priorities under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). The meeting focused on tracking delivery, addressing emerging bottlenecks and strengthening inter-agency coordination to accelerate the effective rollout of priority programmes across government.

The Mukarara ESP Market in Gichugu Constituency, Kirinyaga County, is a flagship project under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), designed to modernize trade and empower local communities. Construction is now at 90%, with only terrazzo flooring remaining. The market will host approximately 200 traders and features modern amenities including a cold storage facility to reduce post-harvest losses, a social hall, sanitation facilities, a crèche for lactating mothers, an onsite restaurant and an ICT hub to equip youth with digital skills and e-commerce opportunities. Reliable water supply, waste management systems and enhanced lighting further ensure a safe and functional trading environment. The project has generated significant employment during construction, engaging both skilled and unskilled workers, and once operational, it will boost the local economy by improving market access, increasing incomes for farmers and creating long-term business opportunities. To safeguard smooth implementation, the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration is working with local leaders to coordinate community engagement and ensure orderly market operations.

Joined H.E. President @WilliamsRuto on an inspection tour of education facilities in Kibra Constituency, Nairobi County. The President presided over the official opening of newly constructed classrooms at Ayany Primary School, Raila Educational Centre and Joseph Kangethe Primary School, part of ongoing reforms to expand access, reduce overcrowding and support effective implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). He later inspected progress at the Soweto Affordable Housing Project in Lang'ata, culminating in a public engagement with wananchi at Undugu Grounds.

Often referred to as, 'Nairobi's bedroom,' Kiambu Town and the wider Kiambu County serve as a key residential hub for thousands who work in the Capital. The Kiambu Affordable Housing Project, under the Affordable Housing Programme (AHP), directly responds to this growing demand by delivering decent, accessible housing closer to places of work, easing urban pressure on Nairobi while enhancing quality of life. Commenced in October 2025, the project spans 14 blocks and will deliver 1,977 housing units across studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom categories, distributed under Social, Affordable and Market-Rate segments. Complementary amenities include 39 shops, a kindergarten, clubhouse, garbage receptacle, underground water tank and a power house, creating a self-sustaining, community-centered living environment. The project is a significant economic driver, sustaining an average workforce of 200 people and stimulating local enterprise through supply chains and retail opportunities, thereby injecting income into households and boosting the local economy. To support smooth implementation, the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration is coordinating multi-agency ground operations to secure construction zones, streamline local administrative support and foster community engagement.