Homa Bay politician and philanthropist Johnson Oduk has hailed the National Government’s renewed development push in Homa Bay County following the launch of the Kalamindi–Osani Road project, saying the investment marks a turning point in improving livelihoods and unlocking the region’s economic potential.
Speaking after attending the launch presided over by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, Oduk said the road project demonstrates the government’s commitment to delivering long-awaited infrastructure that will ease movement of people and goods, improve access to markets, schools and healthcare facilities, and stimulate local businesses.
He noted that improved roads are particularly important for an agricultural and fishing region such as Homa Bay, where transport challenges have for years increased the cost of doing business.
The event brought together several leaders, including Ndhiwa MP Martin Owino, Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang, Nyatike MP Tom Odege, members of the county leadership, and residents who turned out in large numbers to witness the groundbreaking ceremony.
After holding an indoor meeting at Oduk’s official residence in Kalamindi,Oduk commended the unity displayed by leaders across political divides, saying development should remain above partisan interests and focus on improving the welfare of wananchi.
According to Oduk, the Kalamindi–Osani Road is part of a broader wave of infrastructure investments being rolled out across Homa Bay County.
He pointed to ongoing national government initiatives targeting road construction and rehabilitation, affordable housing, modern markets, water supply, and blue economy projects aimed at creating jobs and attracting investment into the lakeside county.
Recent government updates indicate that Homa Bay is among counties benefiting from major infrastructure investments intended to strengthen regional economic growth.
He further observed that better road connectivity will strengthen agricultural value chains by enabling farmers to transport produce to markets more efficiently while also supporting fishermen around Lake Victoria by reducing transport costs and post-harvest losses.
Improved infrastructure, he said, is expected to encourage private investment, enhance tourism potential, and improve access to public services in rural areas.
Oduk is working with local elected leaders in Homabay to reshape and popularize the government’s development agenda.
He held talks with MP Martin Owino, Kanyikela MCA Wanjala Kasera, and other leaders during a development tour at Minya Comprehensive School, where they officially commissioned newly constructed classrooms donated by the school’s alumna, Cheryl Aseno.
He praised Aseno for demonstrating the importance of giving back to society, saying her contribution would create a better learning environment and inspire other successful professionals from the region to invest in education.
“Development is not just about roads and buildings. It is also about investing in our children, empowering communities, and creating opportunities for future generations,” Oduk said, adding that partnerships between government, private citizens, and community leaders are essential in accelerating transformation across Homa Bay.
He urged residents to support ongoing development programmes and safeguard public projects, expressing confidence that the combination of improved infrastructure, education investments, and economic empowerment initiatives will position Homa Bay as one of Kenya’s fastest-growing counties in the years ahead.
He has pledged to also FasTrack fencing of the Oginga Oduk sports complex.
