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The President said the Affordable Housing Board had signed an agreement with the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) and the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) in September 2025 to secure the allocation
Kindiki said the government would no longer tolerate contractors who delay projects despite receiving payment, noting that Kenyans were waiting to benefit from improved infrastructure.
Speaking in Taita Taveta County on Sunday, Ruto said the government had brought together former political opponents to end divisive, hateful and tribal politics and ensure every part of the country has an opportunity to develop.
The Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) says Sh228.3 billion is required in the new financial year to fund projects already under way, but the government has provided only Sh110 billion.
Speaking in Karachuonyo, Homa Bay County on Thursday, Ruto said the coalition was focused on delivering development rather than promoting tribalism and hatred.
The President challenged critics who have proposed ending the housing levy and stopping the construction of affordable homes, markets and hostels to explain what would happen to people currently employed through the projects
In Kisumu, Ruto is expected to launch the Katito-Awasi road and attend a church service at Voice of Salvation and Healing, among other activities planned during the visit
The update was issued through a communique following the 15th National Development Implementation Committee meeting chaired by Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo.
Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga said the 1.5 per cent levy generates roughly Sh6 billion every month, but the revenue is not enough to meet the cost of delivering the government’s annual construction target.
The President said the proposed handover was aimed at returning Amboseli to the people of Kajiado County, insisting that his administration would overcome the legal hurdles facing the plan
The teachers presented their concerns, particularly on career stagnation, promotions, housing, medical cover and the implementation of their collective bargaining agreement.
Speaking during Katiba@16 celebrations in Nairobi on Thursday, the President said the anniversary should be more than an annual commemoration and instead provide an opportunity to assess the country's constitutional journey.