President William Ruto resumed a full public schedule this week, touring the Rift Valley and Western Kenya to launch development initiatives and connect with local communities.
Starting in Nakuru and Baringo before proceeding to Kakamega, the President unveiled environmental programmes, inaugurated key infrastructure projects, and showcased the government’s efforts to advance affordable housing across the region.
Here's a roundup:
October 27, Monday
In Nakuru County, President Ruto unveiled the Mau Forest Complex Integrated Conservation and Livelihood Improvement Programme, signalling a renewed push to restore Kenya’s largest water tower.
"We have started the journey to restore the Mau Forest Complex as part of our plan to plant 15 billion trees within the next 10 years," he said, noting the project will support over 5 million livelihoods and boost river water levels and agricultural productivity.
The President emphasised a whole-of-society approach to conservation, combining government, private sector and community participation.
President William Ruto with Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika, Environment CS Deborah Mulongo, during a tree planting exercise in Nakuru on October 27, 2025/PCS He added that 148,000 farmers in the Mau ecosystem are being supported through 50 nature-based value chains.
He later launched the construction of the 12km Kinamba–Murinduku Road in Kuresoi North to ease the movement of agricultural produce such as potatoes, pyrethrum, onions and vegetables, and to improve farm-gate incomes.
At Sirikwa in Kuresoi North, he launched a community livelihood programme distributing tree seedlings, 10,000 pyrethrum splits, 5,000 tea seedlings, milk coolers, 50 beehives, and last-mile electricity connections expected to benefit 3,500 households.
“We have integrated community livelihoods into forest restoration to ensure communities become conservation partners, not contributors to degradation,” he said.
Ruto also presided over the handover of 220 housing units at the Elburgon Affordable Housing Estate in Molo, terming it a model of dignified and modern living.
He further laid the foundation stone for the Sh4.2 billion Michinda Social Housing Project, set to deliver 2,680 units and generate thousands of jobs.
Later, at Molo Technical & Vocational College, he addressed a public forum on the government’s long-term development agenda.
“We are moving Kenya from the ordinary to the extraordinary, shaping a future worthy of our nation’s promise,” he said.
October 28, Tuesday
At State House, Nakuru, the President hosted grassroots leaders for consultations on the county’s development progress and national economic agenda.
He highlighted ongoing investments in Nakuru, including Sh40 billion for 21,000 affordable housing units, Sh3.5 billion for 25 modern markets and Sh2.6 billion to connect 22,000 households to electricity
He also announced a Sh20 billion partnership with Afri-Exim Bank to develop essential infrastructure at the Naivasha Special Economic Zone, aimed at accelerating industrial growth and job creation.
The President briefed leaders on the upcoming launch of the 230km Rironi-Nakuru-Mau Summit Road, which is expected to significantly ease transport and bolster regional trade.
“We are united in advancing a prosperous, inclusive and transformed Kenya,” he said, noting continued commitment to agriculture, infrastructure, and job creation.
In Baringo, he laid the foundation stone for the 382-unit Marigat Affordable Housing Project, a development expected to accelerate the town’s growth into a modern urban hub.
“We are rolling out transformative projects in every part of our nation to ensure no region is left behind. Every Kenyan will have equal access to opportunities and services that support inclusive growth and shared prosperity,” he said.
He later inspected the ongoing works on the 100km Marigat–Mochongoi–Karandi–Ol Ngarua–Muhotetu–Junction C77 and Muhotetu–Sipili roads, currently 60 per cent complete.
The road network is expected to ease the movement of farm produce, unlock markets, and boost tourism to Lake Baringo, Lake Bogoria, Kerio Valley and surrounding attractions.
In Kabarnet Town, he engaged residents on the government’s development priorities, reaffirming commitment to peace and security in the region.
He announced the recovery of over 600 illegal firearms in Kerio Valley as part of ongoing disarmament efforts.
“We urge those still holding illegal weapons to surrender them voluntarily and join the path of peace, or face the full force of the law,” he said.
October 29, Wednesday
Returning to Nakuru, he commissioned a Sh130 million CT-scan unit at the Nakuru County Referral and Teaching Hospital.
The AI-enabled equipment will double imaging capacity to 100 scans per day and includes a heart treatment kit.
The project is part of a public-private partnership model set to install over 70 advanced diagnostic machines nationwide.
He later broke ground for the Susan Kihika Primary and Junior School in Kiratina and launched the Nakuru East Last-Mile Electricity Connectivity Programme, part of a Sh2.6 billion plan to connect 22,000 households.
Ruto also laid the foundation stone for the 2,100-unit Lanet B Affordable Housing Project in Gilgil Constituency, which will employ more than 3,000 young people.
He emphasised that Nakuru will host 21,000 new units and 25 markets, creating over 30,000 jobs.
In Kiptangwany, he inspected the modern market under construction and issued 2,727 title deeds, ending a 53-year land ownership stalemate for residents.
He also launched the 42-km Kasarani–Kongoni–Olkaria and Ndabibi access roads and directed expansion of the Jogoo–Kiptagwany–Tangi Tano–Kiambogo road to Elementaita.
“A nation is transformed not by rhetoric, but by deliberate and sustained development,” he said.
He further committed to building the 26th modern market in Nakuru following a request from residents.
October 30, Thursday
At the start of his Western tour, he began by opening the 124-bed Butere County Hospital, and announced ongoing reforms at KEMSA aimed at raising drug availability from 48% to 68%, with a target of 100% by year-end.
The facility will receive Sh150 million for equipment and upgrades.
He also opened the Malava KMTC campus and announced Sh1 billion for the completion of the Kakamega County Teaching and Referral Hospital.
Later, he launched the 22-km Malava–Samitsi–Navakholo road, supporting sugarcane transport and regional agribusiness growth.
He paid tribute to the late Malulu Injendi, saying he was a visionary leader
In Lugari, he launched the 34-km Turbo–Sikhendu road (valued at Sh3.6 billion) and inspected the Pan Paper ESP Market.
He also commissioned the Kakamega Airstrip–Shinyalu–Chepsonoi road, improving access for farmers and traders.
Community health promoters during the opening of 124-bed Butere County Hospital in Kakamega on October 30, 2025/PCS 
October 31, Friday
In Busia, he began by laying the foundation for a 340-bed hostel at Bumbe National Polytechnic in Funyula, part of a nationwide rollout of 6,000 student beds.
He then inspected the 955-unit Funyula Affordable Housing Project, noting that Busia will receive 10,000 affordable units, 14 markets and 6,000 student hostel beds.
He committed Sh30 million to complete pending works at the polytechnic and announced a 340-bed hostel for Amukura TTC at Sh147 million.
The President further launched the Sh350 million Malaba County Strategic Market in Teso North, featuring 1,000 modern stalls.
In Teso South, he inspected the Sh1.17 billion Alupe University hostel project delivering 1,025 units, and allocated an additional Sh200 million to complete stalled lecture halls.
He then wrapped the day by launching the 1,025-unit Busia ATC Affordable Housing Project, expected to create 3,000 jobs.
November 1, Saturday
Met grassroot leaders from Kakamega County at the State lodge before embarking on an inspection of projects in Vihiga County.
He also launched several other projects, including Ebukanga Technical Institute and the last-mile connectivity project.
He is scheduled to conclude the tour on Sunday with a church service at Gamalenga grounds in Vihiga County.
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