Tana river: The residents of Abakik in Bangali sub-county, Tana River County are in high hopes after a Canadian firm, ConKrite Cooperation, steps in to construct a massive organic city in the area. The project seeks to merge sustainable urban living with advanced agricultural practices, potentially transforming the area into a regional model for eco-friendly growth.
According to Kenya News Agency, the city will incorporate residential, commercial, and agricultural zones designed to create a self-sustaining community that aligns with both environmental and economic sustainability goals. In July this year, Tana River Governor Dhadho Godhana appointed members to the county’s Investment and Corporation Board and the Municipality Board in anticipation of the kick-off of the organic city. The formation of the two boards was to strengthen the county’s institutional capacity to attract investment and deliver better services, marking a step forward in Tana River’s quest for economic transformation.
ConKrite director Nicolas Val Delle stated that the project would cost Sh39 billion and run for a period of 12 years, with plans to build 25,000 homes for local residents. “We are coming here to ensure that these people are getting the lifestyle that they deserve without having to be a money procurement city. There have been a lot of interactions and many meetings over the last four years, not only with the locals but also with the county government to tell them what the project is all about and how it will benefit them at the same time,” Val Delle said.
The construction of the city is expected to generate substantial employment opportunities, particularly for the youth and women, while also enhancing the county’s agricultural output. It will also set the stage for global recognition, tourism, research, and investment in the county.
