The National Treasury, through the State Department for Public Investments and Assets Management, has kicked off preparations for the 243km Mau Summit-Eldoret-Malaba Road upgrade under a Public Private Partnership (PPP) framework. “This marks a critical early step in structuring a bankable and sustainable PPP project that will attract private sector participation,” Public Private Partnerships Director General Kefa Seda said in a statement. According to the Treasury, the AIIB-funded pre-feasibility study will deliver preliminary technical, economic, environmental and financial assessments to guide project structuring and inform the next stages of preparation. “The study will provide a sound basis for decision-making as the Government advances the project towards full feasibility and transaction structuring,” Kefa noted. “The proposed upgrade will expand the road to dual carriageway standards, improve road safety, enhance traffic flow through Intelligent Transport Systems, and integrate climate-resilient design features,” he said.

Source: The Star February 05, 2026 17:40 UTC