Teso North Constituency Embarks on Sh60 Million Road Rehabilitation

Teso North – Residents of Teso North Constituency have welcomed the government’s decision to begin rehabilitation of roads in the region. The initiative, costing Sh60 million, aims to improve the movement of people and goods by upgrading ten key roads. The announcement was made at Kocholia market by the area Member of Parliament, Oku Kaunya.

According to Kenya News Agency, MP Kaunya emphasized the importance of quality workmanship and warned contractors against substandard practices. The Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) is funding the project and has assigned local contractors to execute the roadworks. Kaunya highlighted the government’s commitment to infrastructure, noting the increase in allocation from Sh31 million to Sh60 million for the constituency.

Kaunya also addressed the significance of public vigilance in ensuring the roads meet necessary standards. Among the roads slated for rehabilitation are the Kocholia to Kotur road, which will receive a modern drainage system costing Sh5.4 million. Other roads set for improvement include Kocholia to Bitobo, Awata- Kakapel, Changara- Katome, Akichelesit- Angurai, and several others.

The Teso North Assistant County Commissioner 1 (ACC 1), Benson Kemboi, encouraged public support for these government projects. Kemboi also warned against any obstruction to the opening of drainage systems during the rehabilitation process.

In addition to road improvements, MP Kaunya revealed a substantial allocation for education. A total of Sh78 million has been earmarked for bursaries to support the government’s 100 percent Transition Policy, ensuring no child in the constituency is left out of school due to financial constraints.

The event was attended by local dignitaries, including the member of County Assembly, Bonface Mamai, and Deputy Speaker, County Assembly of Busia, Ronald Ochalu.