[PHOTOS] Ruto breaks ground for Chekalini ESP Market in Lugari

President William Ruto on Saturday presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for Chekalini ESP Market in Lugari, Kakamega.

He emphasized that the government’s investment in market infrastructure will ensure that we cut food losses by about 40 per cent.

This in return will guarantee Kenyan farmers and traders more earnings to support more livelihoods in our country.

Last year, Ruto announced that the government would set aside Sh20 billion to build markets for the Mama Mboga.

The Head of State said his administration is intending to build 400 to 500 markets across the country.

“We intend to build 400 markets across Kenya, maybe 500. We are going to spend about Sh20 billion in building the markets,” Ruto said.