All-weather road access, improved agricultural transport, enhanced trade, reduced travel time
Ugunja-Ukwala Road Upgrade
Upgrade of the 25km Ugunja-Ukwala road to bitumen standard in Siaya County.
Financials
Timeline
Road Upgrade Started
Bitumen road construction commenced
Road Completed
Road upgrade completed and opened to traffic
Contractors
China Wu Yi Company Limited
Main ContractorChinese road construction firm
Politicians Involved
Cornel Rasanga
GovernorSupported road development for northern Siaya communities
Benefits
Description
The Ugunja-Ukwala road upgrade involved constructing a 25km bitumen-surfaced road connecting Ugunja and Ukwala towns in Siaya County. Both are significant trading centres that previously had only murram road connections, making them impassable during rainy seasons. The project included proper drainage systems, culverts, and road safety features. The road is important for sugarcane transport as it connects to the wider sugar belt in Kakamega County.
Overview
Provides all-weather connectivity to major trading centres, supporting agricultural trade and sugarcane transport