Embu needs Sh15billion to transform into modern city

EMBU, KENYA: Embu town will be transformed into a modern city complete with two by-passes, a railway line, modern stadium and recreational parks, according to an integrated strategic development plan released on Wednesday.
Once the plan is implemented, the city will boast of dual carriageways, ring roads, pavements on all roads, multi-storey parking spaces and dual carriageways.
The plan was prepared by Intercontinental Consultants and Technocrats Ltd and will be implemented in the next 20 years.
The purpose of the plan is to provide a framework for integrated socio-economic development, investment and development control of the town in a sustainable environment.
It was presented to Governor Martin Wambora and would be approved by a cabinet meeting on Thursday.
Wambora said implementing the plan that would cover about 102 kilomtres square of Embu town and its surroundings would cost Sh15billion
"The program will be partly funded by the World Bank in conjunction with the National Government and is aimed at transforming the County into an agribusiness, industrial, transport and tourist hub and de-congest Embu town," said Wambora.
He said the World Bank has already embarked on Sh280 million storm water project that will improve drainage in Embu town.
Wambora said they will ensure maximum use of land adding that those living close to the affected areas will be reallocated and compensated.