Ruto Announces Construction of a New Steel Production Plant in Taita Taveta

President William Ruto said a plant producing iron and steel would be launched in Taita Taveta within two to three weeks, with a local investor leading the project. The facility will use Kenyan iron ore to reduce the country's reliance on imported raw materials. Speaking at a groundbreaking ceremony in Ngaaie, Kitui County, Ruto also pledged to protect investors from political interference. He directed the Mining Ministry to favor companies that process minerals locally when awarding mining contracts in Magadi.