Kalonzo, who toured the site on Friday, November 14, said he was shocked to find that no construction work was underway despite the government’s publicized launch.
He noted that heavy machinery showcased during the commissioning ceremony was nowhere to be seen.
“I visited the Emali–Matiliku Road, which was launched recently by President William Ruto. Shockingly, all the big machinery is gone and no work has begun,” Kalonzo stated.
According to the Wiper leader, the situation reflects a broader issue affecting infrastructure development across the country.
“I visited the Emali–Matiliku Road, which was launched recently by President William Ruto. Shockingly, all the big machinery is gone and no work has begun,” Kalonzo stated.
According to the Wiper leader, the situation reflects a broader issue affecting infrastructure development across the country.
He claimed that too many national projects are launched with fanfare but stall immediately afterward, leaving communities without the promised benefits.
“This pattern repeats itself across the country—grand launches, photo opportunities, and then silence,” he said.
“This pattern repeats itself across the country—grand launches, photo opportunities, and then silence,” he said.
“Kenyans deserve consistent progress, not announcements without follow-through.”
Ruto’s Four-Day Development Tour
President Ruto began his four-day tour of the Ukambani region on Wednesday, November 12, visiting Makueni, Kitui, and Machakos counties.
Ruto’s Four-Day Development Tour
President Ruto began his four-day tour of the Ukambani region on Wednesday, November 12, visiting Makueni, Kitui, and Machakos counties.
The tour featured several high-profile launches, which the government said were aimed at accelerating development in historically underserved areas.
In Makueni County, the President commissioned the Kasikeu and Mikuyu Bridges and their accompanying approach roads.
In Makueni County, the President commissioned the Kasikeu and Mikuyu Bridges and their accompanying approach roads.
He also issued title deeds to residents in Kasikeu and flagged off construction of the Emali–Ukia Road in Kibwezi West.
Speaking after the launch, President Ruto emphasized that his administration is committed to projects that directly improve the livelihoods of ordinary Kenyans.
“We are implementing infrastructure development projects that meet the immediate needs of citizens, unlocking the economic potential of rural areas and driving inclusive growth,” Ruto said.
Speaking after the launch, President Ruto emphasized that his administration is committed to projects that directly improve the livelihoods of ordinary Kenyans.
“We are implementing infrastructure development projects that meet the immediate needs of citizens, unlocking the economic potential of rural areas and driving inclusive growth,” Ruto said.
He added that no part of the country would be left behind under his leadership.
Kalonzo: ‘Kenyans Want Accountability’
Kalonzo’s criticism comes amid growing political tension over stalled or delayed development projects. The Wiper leader argued that citizens increasingly demand accountability and transparency from the government.
He insisted that infrastructure projects must move beyond publicity events and deliver real value to the people they are intended to serve.
“It is not enough to commission projects. Kenyans want to see work being done. They want results, not ceremonies,” he said.
The visit also reignited interest in Kalonzo’s 2027 political ambitions. Two months earlier, the Wiper leader ruled out serving as anyone’s running mate in the upcoming election, saying his long career in public service cannot be reduced to another deputy role.
“I don’t think I would be a running mate in 2027. I have sacrificed enough for this country,” he said in an interview in September.
Kalonzo: ‘Kenyans Want Accountability’
He insisted that infrastructure projects must move beyond publicity events and deliver real value to the people they are intended to serve.
“It is not enough to commission projects. Kenyans want to see work being done. They want results, not ceremonies,” he said.
The visit also reignited interest in Kalonzo’s 2027 political ambitions. Two months earlier, the Wiper leader ruled out serving as anyone’s running mate in the upcoming election, saying his long career in public service cannot be reduced to another deputy role.
“I don’t think I would be a running mate in 2027. I have sacrificed enough for this country,” he said in an interview in September.
Kalonzo reaffirmed his intention to vie for the presidency, calling it a decisive moment in his political journey.
He further clarified that he is not seeking any government appointment and dismissed speculation about a potential deal with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
“It will be William Ruto versus Kalonzo Musyoka, God willing,” he said.
He further clarified that he is not seeking any government appointment and dismissed speculation about a potential deal with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
“It will be William Ruto versus Kalonzo Musyoka, God willing,” he said.
“I choose to stand with the people, and I will not betray them.”
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