REREC launches electrification project in Tharaka Nithi County

While flagging off electrification materials in the village, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said it was time for Tharaka Nithi County to feel like other parts of the country, following what he termed as years of neglect.

"The President loves you so much. He sent me greetings and asked me to thank you for giving him a calm Deputy who is dedicated to his work," said CS Wandayi.

Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira stated that the Kenya Kwanza government has already connected about one million and fifty households to electricity since taking office. He added that the government plans to connect approximately 3,000 families to electricity in Tharaka Nithi County during this financial year.

He noted that the Kirundi project will be completed within the next three months.

The PS urged residents to continue supporting the government, saying the President has expressed his confidence in the people of Tharaka Nithi by also appointing Betsy Muthoni, from Tharaka Nithi County, as the Principal Secretary for the Blue Economy.

Also present at the function were area MP George Muraguri and REREC CEO Dr. Rose Mkalama.