Deputy President William Ruto has challenged county governments to seek investments from local and foreign investors in a bid to boost economic development.
Speaking at the Rivatex Textile Company in Eldoret on Wednesday, Ruto said counties have resources which they should use to attract investors.
The DP said that through investments, counties will be able to boost their economic growths and also help fight poverty.
“We are urging county governments to seek local and foreign investments which will help them boost their economic earnings and help deliver quality services to the people,” he said.
The DP also asked counties to invest in trade and enterprise development for economic growth.
He urged counties to establish trade links with each other and help promote development.
Ruto said the national government will continue to support counties on matters trade and enterprise development adding that the government has set aside a huge chunk of money to revive fallen industries across the country.
He said the revival of the industries will create employment opportunities for the youths and strengthen the country’s economic growth.
The DP further reiterated the government commitment to improve the living standards of Kenyans through development adding that the government will continue to initiate and commission projects which will benefit Kenyans.