Illuminating Laikipia's Path To Progress
Updated on: Sep 25, 2023
The Department of Infrastructure, Land, and Urban Development has undertaken an initiative to rehabilitate the towering high masts at Sipili Market and Nyahururu Main Stage. This endeavor signifies a fresh start for small business owners, matatu operators, and entrepreneurs in these areas; enabling them to extend their operational hours and thus enhancing their economic prospects.
According to the Director of Energy Chris Kimanga, the transformation involves replacement of conventional lighting with energy-efficient LED lights in Nyahururu main stage and Sipili market.
This transition has yielded a remarkable 50% improvement in energy efficiency, resulting in cost savings while concurrently bolstering business activities within these areas, said Mr. Kimanga.
He also highlighted the installation of electrical lighting in Rumuruti and solar-powered lighting in Nyahururu markets, which has received positive feedback from vendors and business owners.
"I am able to operate my business up until late and go home without worry of being robbed of my belongings," Jemima Njeri, an elated market vendor at Nyahururu market commented.
The program is expected to be carried out across the county targeting densely populated areas and markets.
"We intend to expand street lighting infrastructure across Laikipia County progressively. Priority areas for installation and rehabilitation include major traffic routes, bustling markets, busy bus stops, high-crime urban zones, town centers, pedestrian crossings, foot bridges, stadiums, and prominent public recreational centers and social amenities," Mr. Kenneth Kibaara, Chief Officer of Infrastructure, Land, and Urban Development, said.
According to the Director of Energy Chris Kimanga, the transformation involves replacement of conventional lighting with energy-efficient LED lights in Nyahururu main stage and Sipili market.
This transition has yielded a remarkable 50% improvement in energy efficiency, resulting in cost savings while concurrently bolstering business activities within these areas, said Mr. Kimanga.
He also highlighted the installation of electrical lighting in Rumuruti and solar-powered lighting in Nyahururu markets, which has received positive feedback from vendors and business owners.
"I am able to operate my business up until late and go home without worry of being robbed of my belongings," Jemima Njeri, an elated market vendor at Nyahururu market commented.
The program is expected to be carried out across the county targeting densely populated areas and markets.
"We intend to expand street lighting infrastructure across Laikipia County progressively. Priority areas for installation and rehabilitation include major traffic routes, bustling markets, busy bus stops, high-crime urban zones, town centers, pedestrian crossings, foot bridges, stadiums, and prominent public recreational centers and social amenities," Mr. Kenneth Kibaara, Chief Officer of Infrastructure, Land, and Urban Development, said.
