Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura Unveils Massive Development Projects Ahead of Historic Madaraka Day Celebrations in Wajir

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Wajir County is set to make history on June 1 as it hosts Kenya's Madaraka Day celebrations for the first time since independence, a move the government says reflects its commitment to inclusivity, national unity and equitable development.

Speaking during a press briefing at Harambee Annex in Nairobi on Sunday, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said the decision to hold the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir marks a significant milestone for the North Eastern region, which has for decades remained on the periphery of major national events.

Mwaura said the celebrations are more than a ceremonial occasion, describing them as a symbol of a united Kenya where every region has a place in the country's development agenda.

"The choice of Wajir demonstrates the government's commitment to ensuring no region is left behind," he said.

Ahead of the national event, Wajir Town has undergone extensive infrastructure improvements, including the construction of a modern stadium with a capacity of more than 10,000 people. Roads connecting key facilities have been upgraded, modern street lighting installed, and a mini State Lodge built to enhance the region's capacity to host future national functions.

The spokesperson revealed that the celebrations coincide with an ambitious development programme currently underway across Wajir, Garissa and Mandera counties. Nearly 30 projects are being implemented in the region, including modern markets, student centres, libraries, road networks, water projects and affordable housing developments.

According to Mwaura, five affordable housing projects are expected to deliver 2,148 housing units while creating employment opportunities for local residents through construction and related industries.

He also highlighted ongoing investments in education, noting that more than 1,000 classrooms and other educational facilities are under construction across the region. The projects include laboratories, dormitories and digital learning infrastructure aimed at improving access to quality education.

This year's Madaraka Day celebrations are being held under the theme "Education, Skills and the Future," underscoring the government's focus on equipping young people with the knowledge and practical skills required in a modern economy.

Mwaura also pointed to the ongoing Wagberi Expo at Wagberi Primary School as a showcase of innovation and learning, bringing together government agencies, private sector players and educational institutions to display advancements in technology, skills training and digital transformation.

As the country marks 63 years of self-rule, the government has called on Kenyans to embrace patriotism, unity and active participation in nation-building, saying the ongoing investments in the North Eastern region reflect a broader vision of inclusive growth and equal opportunity for all citizens.

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