Introduction
Murang’a County’s road network spans an impressive 5,053 km, with the County managing 3,006 km, yet only 21% of it is paved. This means that for many residents, rainy seasons bring impassable roads, while dry spells kick up dust that poses serious health risks.
Abreast of these challenges, particularly in urban areas, the County is transforming its urban landscape with the Smart City Programme, a game-changer for mobility, connectivity, and economic growth.
Through the Smart City Programme, the County is enabling seamless transport, thriving businesses, and a more inclusive, accessible future for all by upgrading roads and drainage across key urban areas.
Implementation of the practice
In 2022, Murang’a County set out on an ambitious plan to redefine its urban areas with the Smart City Programme. The initiative aims to construct 40 km of paved roads by 2026/27 at a cost of Ksh. 1 billion. To initiate this transformation, the County allocated Ksh. 175 million in FY 22/23 and Ksh. 150 million in FY 23/24. Since inception of the programme, the County has constructed 7Km of paved road annually.
As of February 2024, 14 towns in Murang’a County have benefited under the initiative. These towns include:
1. Maragua in Maragua Constituency.
2. Gatura in Gatanga Constituency.
3. Kabati in Kandara Constituency.
4. Kangari in Kigumo Constituency.
5. Murang'a Town in Kiharu Constituency.
6. Kangema in Kangema Constituency.
7. Kiriaini in Mathioya Constituency.
8. Kahatia in Kiharu Constituency.
9. Kaguku in Gatanga Constituency.
10. Gacharage in Kandara Constituency.
11. Kanyenyaini in Kangema Constituency.
12. Zebka and Kenol Town in Maragua Constituency.
13. Kamune (ongoing) in Mathioya Constituency.
14. Cabros Murang'a Town in Kiharu Constituency
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