Commander Operation Amani Boni, Brigadier Joel Maiyo, recently visited the ongoing Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia-Transport (LAPSSET) project. Multi-agency teams have played a pivotal role in advancing the LAPSSET Corridor Project, a key part of Kenya’s Vision 2030 strategy, by ensuring the safety of infrastructure, equipment, and personnel.
During his visit, Brigadier Maiyo assured contractors of their security while on construction sites and their environs. The deployment of security troops from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and other multi-agency units has significantly reduced security challenges that previously hindered the project’s progress. The area of responsibility spans from Lamu to Garissa, covering a distance of 248 kilometers. Construction is being carried out from two fronts—Lamu and Garissa—with 30 kilometers of road already completed to bitumen standard.
Communities along the LAPSSET Corridor have also benefited from civil-military cooperation activities facilitated by security agencies and contractors along the Lamu-Garissa road. These initiatives include the continuous supply of water, medical camps, and employment opportunities for local residents
Moreover, troops deployed under Operation Amani Boni partnered with the Lamu East Constituency leadership to construct classrooms and an ablution blocks at Kiangwe Primary School. This collaborative effort saw the KDF provide construction materials and oversee the work, while the Constituency Development Fund contributed additional materials and labor. Lamu East Member of Parliament, Hon. Obo Ruweida Mohamed, also supported the initiative by donating sanitary towels and stationery to the school.
The primary objective of these initiatives is to create a conducive learning environment for students through improved facilities. Additionally, the projects aim to empower the local community by creating job opportunities, enhancing security in Kiangwe and its environs, and mitigating security risks through active community engagement.
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