President William Ruto on Wednesday received a report on the progress of the Cooperation Agreement between the National Government and Nairobi City County, outlining key milestones in the rollout of joint development projects across the capital.
The report was presented at State House Nairobi by a delegation led by Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, alongside members of the Cooperation Agreement Implementation Committee.
It detailed the utilisation of an additional KSh80 billion unlocked under the landmark agreement, highlighting gains in infrastructure development, waste management, water supply, and urban renewal initiatives aimed at restoring Nairobi’s status as a modern.
The State House briefing followed a series of high-level coordination meetings chaired by Governor Sakaja at City Hall, bringing together Principal Secretaries and representatives from various government agencies to streamline project implementation.
Speaking after receiving the report, President Ruto welcomed the progress, reaffirming the government’s commitment to transforming Nairobi through close collaboration with the county administration.
“We are transforming Nairobi into a modern, clean and orderly city. Working closely with the county government, we have accelerated progress in waste management, street lighting, power connectivity, roads development, water, sewerage and the regeneration of Nairobi River,” he said.
The President noted that more than 40 trucks are currently engaged in clearing accumulated waste, with an additional 150 trucks set to be deployed within three weeks under a coordinated plan.
On infrastructure, he revealed that over 40,000 solar and smart streetlights are being installed, alongside the rehabilitation of 10,000 existing ones. New power connections are also being extended to informal settlements to enhance safety and livelihoods.
Road development remains a key focus, with 247 kilometres earmarked for construction and rehabilitation. Of these, 63 kilometres are already underway and nearing completion at 77 per cent.
In the water sector, the expansion of the Ng’ethu-Gigiri water works is expected to add 51,000 cubic metres of water supply to the city, helping ease persistent shortages.
The Nairobi Rivers Regeneration Programme is also progressing, with works already underway along the Gikomba Market riverfront. Plans are additionally in place for the construction of a modern Gikomba Market, aimed at improving safety and working conditions for nearly 5,000 traders while reducing congestion and fire risks.
The developments underscore a deepening partnership between the national and county governments, with officials expressing optimism that the coordinated approach will accelerate service delivery and enhance Nairobi’s urban appeal.
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