The Kenya Kwanza government promised to shift focus from large dams to household/community water projects, with emphasis on harvesting and recycling.

• Progress includes the initiation and completion of numerous borehole, water pan, and small-dam projects across various counties, often implemented in partnership with county governments. This approach emphasizes water harvesting and local infrastructure development to increase household access to water and support small-scale irrigation.
• The Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation, also launched its strategic plan for the years 2023-2027 as a base upon which the Ministry will accomplish its broad mandate including but not limited to Water Harvesting. The Strategic plan, however, highlights that the country lacks adequate water harvesting and storge infrastructure. It also aims to promote Water and sewerage development, expansion access and coverage through treated wastewater reuse, recycling and other value-addition initiatives within the ASAL.
• From of February 2026, the Subuiga communities is also benefiting from reliable access to water following the completion of the Subuiga Dam Community Water Project spearheaded by Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in partnership with Kisima Farm and the Ngarenythig Water Resources Users Association (WRUA) to reduce water scarcity.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to adopt a PPP model for viable large water reservoirs

• As at May 2026, the PPP Directorate has listed two dam projects, that is, the Londiani Dam and Ndarugu 2 Dam water projects, both of which are in the feasibility stage. The State Department for Irrigation is also developing eight (8) PPP dam projects geared mostly towards promoting irrigation.
• However, the government has openly admitted to not completing any major dams in 2025 due to financial difficulties and a low uptake from private investors, who are deterred by the low returns in the water sector.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to deploy climate smart agriculture technologies (micro-irrigation, precision irrigation,
hydro & aquaponic technologies) as part of its broader strategy to leverage the country’s water resources for irrigation.

• The government has deployed several climate-smart agriculture technologies including but not limited to the State Department of Irrigation’s Micro-Irrigation Program for Schools and the proposed expansion of the Ahero Irrigation Scheme to transform it into a solar-powered hybrid system, reducing reliance on the national grid and cutting operational costs that have weighed heavily on farmers.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to complete all roads under construction.

• In 2025, the Kenya Kwanza government restarted hundreds of stalled road projects nationwide through the securitisation of the fuel levy, which allowed it to pay contractors’ pending bills. Significant progress includes resuming work on key routes like the Ngong–Suswa Road and advancing PPP projects. The KenHA Directorate also contains a list of the major ongoing highways and their progress so far.
• The Kenya Rural Roads Authority called for contractors for a total of 627 proposed projects. A list of completed and uncompleted road projects is available for tracking.
• However, challenges persist, with delays and unresolved pending bills continuing to hinder full project completion. Institutional inefficiencies within road agencies like KERA have drawn parliamentary criticism, while procurement bottlenecks and the need for stricter oversight remain key hurdles to delivering on the promise of completing all road works.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to prioritize upgrading and maintenance of rural access roads as well as the improvement of roads infrastructure in urban informal settlement and critical national and regional trunk roads that have the highest immediate economic impact.

• The Kenya Rural Roads Authority and the Kenya National Highways Authority committed to upgrade and maintain rural access roads, especially in areas with poor access and connectivity in its strategic plan for the years 2023-2027.
• There has been a steady increase in routine road maintenance activities from 23,024.00 km in 2022 to 28,834.33 in 2025, with a peak of 32,385.40 km in 2024.
• There has, however, been a decline in the upgrading of roads to bitumen standards with the numbers falling from 633.97 km in 2022 to 472.73 km in 2025, with the lowest recorded upgrades of only 248.8 km coming in 2023.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to provide financial and tax incentives for public service vehicles and commercial transporters to convert to electric vehicles

• Progress includes reduced import duties and taxes on EVs and components, especially electric buses and motorcycles, alongside efforts by Kenya Power and private companies to expand the charging infrastructure nationwide.
• BasiGo start-up has grown to produce a monthly average of six  electric buses and aims to deliver 1,000 units in East Africa by the end of 2026. This fast-growing example of shifting towards electrical public service vehicles is a result of  VAT exemptions on manufacturing EVs.
• The government also launched the E-mobility Policy in 2026. The Policy proposes that the government considers granting incentives to lower the total cost of ownership of EVs and enhance their attractiveness. This could include import tax reductions, VAT exemptions, and usage benefits like parking and lane privileges.
• However, key obstacles persist, including the high upfront cost of EVs for commercial operators, limitations in charging infrastructure outside major cities, regulatory gaps, and a shortage of mechanics and technicians skilled in EV maintenance. Public awareness and trust in the technology also remain low among some consumers. While these hurdles slow the transition, government commitment, private sector investment, and pilot programs offer a path toward more widespread adoption.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to provide financial and tax incentives for public service vehicles and commercial transporters to convert to electric vehicles.

• January 2023 – The National Treasury developed a Green Fiscal Incentives Policy Framework that would result in fully electric-powered motor vehicles facing only a 10% duty charge.
• February 2023 – The National Treasury has reduced excise duty on electric motor vehicles to 10 per cent to promote the uptake of the cars. According to the Financial Year 2022/2023 Supplementary Estimates No. 1, the reduction only applies to motor vehicles that are 100 per cent electric.
• In 2025, the registration fees for electric vehicles have been lowered, toll discounts are available for electric vehicles and low-interest loans for EV purchases are now available.
• In 2026, EVs and lithium-ion batteries benefit from 0% excise duty, zero-rated VAT, zero import duty, and reduced e-mobility electricity tariffs; locally assembled EVs are exempt from 20% excise and 25% import duty. 

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to mobilize the resources needed to revamp the road transmission and distribution network.

• 4th September 2023 – The government is firming up plans to dual the  Eldoret- Nairobi highway before extending the same to the border town of Malaba. This move, Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen says, will help ease the movement of goods and services.
• 14th April 2023 – Kenya has signed a Sh37.2 billion ($286.1 million) loan deal with China to finance the conversion of Kiambu Road into a dual carriageway to ease traffic congestion. According to Roads PS Joseph Mbugua, the Kenyan government – through the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (Kura), has entered into a deal with Chinese firm Sinohydro Corporation Limited for execution of the Kiambu Road dualling project.
• 20th April 2023 – KeNHA announced that the dualling of the Bomas-Rongai-Kiserian road will resume after six years. Speaking during a stakeholder’s public engagement forum in Rongai, KeNHA Nairobi Region Coordinator, Grace Mathaai, stated that the 27-kilometre stretch would be expanded to ease traffic.
• 22nd August 2025: KeNHA announced temporary closure of Bomas – Kiserian Road allow for the construction of two box culverts along the affected section. The works are part of ongoing efforts to improve drainage and road safety on the Bomas–Kiserian corridor, a key link for traffic moving between Nairobi and Kajiado County.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to deploy climate smart agriculture technologies (micro-irrigation, precision irrigation, hydro and aquaponic technologies).

• In March 2023, Kenya partnered with the United Green Group (UG), a UK-based investment organization, to conduct an agri-fin-tech initiative in the Nyanza region following the signing of aUSD250 million(Sh31 billion) flagship agriculture investment programme. The program’s goal is to increase the sector’s productivity and help Kenya achieve food sovereignty and security in the future.
• Cabinet Secretary for Industry, Trade and Investment Moses Kuria said that the investment will support the Kenyan Government’s strong commitment to agricultural transformation, increased productivity and output, and inclusive growth of local agriculture and associated industries.
• March 2026: After a three year wait, the first Sh40 million phase towards construction of a Regional Center of Excellence in Eastern Africa has finally kicked off at Egerton University. The investment aimed at boosting sustainable, climate-smart farming in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi and South Sudan is a joint initiative between the university and Kilimo Trust through financial support from The IKEA Foundation
• April 2026: Over 4000 farmers from Nakuru County have benefited from a training programme on proper agronomical practices to boost production of the cassava crop. The farmers, who were trained courtesy of the Transforming African Agricultural Universities to Meaningfully Contribute to Africa’s Growth and Development (TAGDev 2.0) programme, will also access clean and disease-resistant planting materials which are early-maturing varieties, in addition to accessing proper extension services for Cassava crop, which are to be largely consumed as subsistence food in Eastern Africa’s rural households.

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to use modern technologies on desalination to develop Turkana aquifers using PPP model (potential to irrigate a million acres of land).

• April 2026: Government outlines plan that targets 200,000 acres in Turkana irrigation expansion. Turkana has also been identified as a priority area for large-scale irrigation commercialisation, alongside community-based projects designed to empower local farmers, enhance food security, and create economic opportunities.