The County Government of Uasin Gishu has received key components for the establishment of an Asphalt plant.
These include parts forming the main asphalt unit such as a wet scrubber, fuel tank, road construction machinery, trommel machines, asphalt tanks, mineral filler, and a four-bin feeder.
According to County Executive for Roads, Dr. Abraham Serem, this development marks a major milestone for Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii’s administration, as it aims to cut tarmac road construction costs by approximately 50%, freeing up funds for other development initiatives.
As outlined in the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023–2027 under sector programmes, the county plans to establish an Asphalt plant to upgrade roads to bitumen standards.
Governor Bii’s manifesto, under Pillar No.6 on Infrastructure Development and Public Works, commits to upgrading and maintaining all county road networks to all-weather standards.
“This plant will be installed in the Baharini area and will significantly enhance road construction and maintenance, including graveling and tarmacking, in line with the Governor’s vision for smoother, safer, and more efficient transportation networks across the county,” explained Dr. Serem.
Chief Officer for Roads, Geoffrey Tanui, noted that the project is expected to stimulate local economic activity by creating jobs in plant operations, construction, and maintenance. Additionally, the plant will ensure a consistent supply of asphalt for local projects, reducing dependency on external sources.
