Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir Stories

MPs reject proposal to divert road maintenance funds for administrative use
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 14, 2025

MPs questioned the legality and necessity of allocating 1.5 per cent of the Fund to the State Department of Roads and retaining 10 per cent for “criti...

Government proposes national tolling policy to fund road development
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2025

Chirchir said a public participation exercise was conducted, during which Kenyans demanded accountability and transparency in managing toll revenues,...

Senators grill CS Chirchir over stalled road, bridge projects
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 16, 2025

The senators accused the Ministry of failing to prioritise key infrastructure works, leaving many counties stuck with incomplete projects years after...

Isiolo Airport incomplete after 14 years, requires additional Sh4.8 billion for full operation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 10, 2025

Although the airport currently allows for non-scheduled flights like helicopters, Chirchir said flooding has damaged parts of the runway, making it un...

MPs raise concerns over Kenya Airways' dwindling market share as regional rivals expand
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 15, 2025

MPs expressed concern that neighbouring countries, including Tanzania and Uganda, are reviving their airlines, further increasing competition.

Matatus, trucks among vehicles targeted in planned road toll fees
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 13, 2025

Chirchir explained that the classification of vehicles subject to toll fees would be reviewed periodically based on economic factors and technological...

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