Improved sugarcane transport, enhanced cross-border connectivity, reduced travel time, economic growth
Busia-Mumias Road Upgrade
Upgrade of the 50km Busia-Mumias road connecting Busia border town to the sugar belt in Kakamega County.
Financials
Timeline
Road Upgrade Commenced
Contractor mobilized for Busia-Mumias road works
Contractors
China Wu Yi Company Limited
Main ContractorChinese road construction company
Politicians Involved
Paul Otuoma
GovernorAdvocated for road upgrade connecting Busia to sugar factories
Benefits
Description
The Busia-Mumias road is a 50km highway being upgraded to improve connectivity between Busia border town and Mumias in Kakamega County. The road passes through key sugarcane farming areas and serves as an alternative route for cross-border traffic. The upgrade includes bitumen resurfacing, widening to accommodate increased traffic, drainage improvements, and bridge construction. The road is critical for sugarcane transport from Busia County's farming areas to Mumias Sugar Company and other millers.
Overview
Key agricultural corridor connecting Kenya's busiest border town to the sugar belt heartland