Govt pleased with progress of sh. 2bn Eastern Transmission Pipeline.

Deputy President William Ruto has said that the government is pleased with the progress of construction of the Sh. 2 billion Eastern Transmission Pipeline.

While speaking during a tour of infrastructural projects in the area, Ruto said that this project will enhance the supply of clean, safe drinking water, improve sanitation, reduce pollution and the burden of disease in Nairobi County.

Once complete, the project is expected to pump 100,000 cubic metres (100 million litres) of water daily to residents of Eastlands with off takes at Dandora, Kayole and Embakasi and targeting 200,000 homes.

Later, the DP Inspected infrastructure projects at Tom Mboya Primary School.

He noted that infrastructural development, especially in learning institutions was key to harnessing the potential of the youth, including growing their skills for individual mobility and enhancing our progress; creating jobs; advancing equity and promoting inclusive growth.