President William Ruto starts a five-day tour in Kakamega on March 15, 2026 / PCSPresident William Ruto on Sunday evening arrived in Kakamega County to begin a five-day development tour across the counties of the Western region. The President started the visit by inspecting the ongoing rehabilitation and expansion works at the Kakamega Airstrip. According to Ruto, the project is expected to enhance regional air connectivity and stimulate economic growth in the region. President William Ruto starts a five-day tour in Kakamega on March 15, 2026 / PCSThe rehabilitation works aim to upgrade the airstrip to better support passenger and cargo operations, which will help boost trade, tourism, and investment in the Western region. President William Ruto visits Kakamega airstrip on March 15, 2026 / PCSEarlier, President Ruto was at Hell's Gate in Naivasha for the WSR Safari Rally final day thriller.

Source: The Star March 15, 2026 22:30 UTC