Mwengi Mutuse Hails Emali–Ukia Road Project as Historic Milestone

Kibwezi West MP Hon. Mwengi Mutuse (OGW) has described the Emali–Ukia Road project as a historic achievement for the region following the official handover of the road construction site to the appointed contractor. The ceremony was graced by Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah, who served as the Chief Guest.

The first phase of the project will see 20 kilometers of road tarmacked, extending slightly past Matiliku Town, at a cost of Ksh. 1.1 billion. Speaking during the event, MP Mutuse expressed gratitude to President William Ruto, who has pledged to officially launch the road immediately after the Mashujaa Day celebrations on 20th October in Kitui Town. “The President wishes to launch this road while construction is ongoing, demonstrating his commitment to infrastructure development in our region,” he said.

The event was also attended by fellow parliamentarians Hon. Fabian Muli (Kangundo), Hon. Hillary Kosgei (Kipkelion West), Hon. Caleb Mule (Machakos Town), and Hon. Leah Sankaire (Kajiado Woman Representative), who accompanied the Chief Guest.

MP Mutuse lauded the residents of Emali and Mulala for turning out in large numbers and expressed deep appreciation to President Ruto. “The people of Kibwezi, Makueni, and indeed all of Kenya, will eternally be grateful for this transformative project,” he remarked.

The Emali–Ukia Road is expected to improve trade, reduce travel time, and unlock economic opportunities for communities along the route, marking a significant boost for regional development.