President Ruto breaks ground for Ksh.70 billion Devki clinker and cement plant in Kitui

President William Ruto has broken ground for a new Devki clinker and cement plant in Ngaaie, Mwingi North, Kitui County.

President William Ruto (centre) seen alongside Devki Chairman Dr. Narendra Raval (left) at the groundbreaking of Kitui plant. Photo: PCS

The plant, which costs Ksh.70 billion, will be Kitui County’s first cement manufacturing facility, with Ruto saying the investment will help transform the region’s limestone deposits into economic opportunities for residents.

Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, October 27, Ruto said producing clinker locally would reduce reliance on imports, create jobs and strengthen Kenya’s industrial capacity.

“By producing clinker locally, we retain more value within our economy, create skilled jobs, build technical expertise, strengthen our industrial capacity, and create wealth in Kenya,” he said.

Source: Citizen Digital