Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has committed to continue making more business friendly policies so as to attract more industrial investments in the county.
She said the County has made significant leap toward economic transformation as more value addition industries open factories in the devolved unit.
Speaking when she presided over the official launch of another flour milling factory in the county, Waiguru said her administration has created a conducive environment for businesses to thrive.
“Kirinyaga is the new frontier for investment due to the conducive environment we have created. You do not need to know anyone for you to set up a business in Kirinyaga,” Waiguru said.
She said apart from investing in good infrastructure, modernization of towns and creating business friendly policies, availability of raw material for production is drawing investors to Kirinyaga.
The governor spoke during the opening of the state-of-the-art Nice Extra Premium millers and Diamond Trust Bank branch in Wang’uru town, Mwea.
The dual unveiling marks a turning point for the county, positioning it as a magnet for investors, industrialists, and financial institutions and comes just a month after a wheat milling plant was launched in Kutus.
Addressing a packed audience of dignitaries, business leaders, farmers, and local residents, Governor Waiguru hailed the event as a testament to Kirinyaga’s economic rise and industrial potential. She emphasized that the launch of the milling plant and the financial institution’s new branch goes beyond ribbon-cutting as it reflects a county undergoing rapid transformation and ready to compete as a regional economic powerhouse.
“It is with great joy and pride that we mark these two milestones today. Kirinyaga is becoming an investment-friendly hub, attracting agro-industrial ventures and financial institutions because of its strategic location, affordable workforce, and deliberate policies geared towards growth.” Said the governor, underscoring the county’s strategic development agenda, including the Sagana Agro-Industrial City.
She said that all such developments were a testament to the county’s rising economic potential, industrial progress, and commitment to empowering our people noting that the new milling plant will provide a guaranteed market for farm produce in line with the county’s vision of increasing farmers’ incomes.
On opening of DTB Waiguru noted that it was also a strategic financial move that signaled growing confidence in the county’s economic viability describing it as a bridge to financial empowerment. She pointed out that access to banking and credit facilities will boost local entrepreneurship, support farmer cooperatives, and strengthen small businesses in the county.
At the same time the Governor highlighted the county government’s wider development strides, including the cabro-paving of car parks in key market towns, upgrading of markets, establishment of tomato propagation centers, construction of modern healthcare facilities and construction of a modern fire station in Kutus. She noted that the infrastructure improvements were part of a deliberate strategy to attract investment, support trade, and improve quality of life for residents.
She rallied partners and investors to consider putting up in Kirinyaga noting that with its people, good policies and potential, the future is not just promising but it is already unfolding. The county is no longer just a county defined by its rice paddies but a bold, dynamic, and rapidly emerging investment hub and the nation is beginning to take notice.
The Nice Extra Premium Millers which is owned by renowned entrepreneur Charles Njiru-Mukombozi, is a multi-million-shilling agro-processing plant with an initial daily production capacity of 250 tons of premium maize flour and employment capacity of over 1,000 people. Mukombozi, who also owns Nice Rice Millers and the acclaimed Nice Digital City, spoke passionately about his journey from humble beginnings and pledged to expand into wheat milling and animal feed production within the next five months.
“This is not just a business, it is a platform for empowerment, job creation, and a celebration of what is possible when vision meets support,” said Mukombozi, paying tribute to his family, staff, and business partners for their unwavering support.
He also lauded the County Government of Kirinyaga for fostering an environment where private enterprises can thrive. “Governor Waiguru has made it possible for investors like me to believe in Kirinyaga. Her leadership is not only visionary but it is also enabling.” Said the investor.
Raphael Onyago, DTB Director, Corporate Banking also hailed governor for creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive noting the provision of safer, cleaner and orderly towns. He reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to supporting regional economies and inclusive financial growth.
Similar sentiments were shared by business magnate Kimani Rugendo, Chairman of Kevian Kenya who described Kirinyaga as “an investor friendly county whose leadership has shown commitment towards fostering partnerships that spur development, create jobs, and improve access to essential services for the county’s residents.”
