Significant infrastructure investments are transforming Mbooni’s connectivity and economic prospects. The flagship project is the construction of the Tawa-Nguluni-Itangini road, currently being fast-tracked at a cost of KSh 2.4 billion. This major infrastructure investment will substantially improve the constituency’s connectivity to neighboring regions and enhance access to markets, services, and economic opportunities.

Complementing this major project are numerous smaller road improvement initiatives underway in the 2024/2025 financial year. These include a KSh 3,000,000 allocation for road improvements in Mbooni ward, encompassing 27.5 kilometers of light grading and 25 kilometers of bush clearance to enhance rural access roads. Similar projects are being implemented in Tulimani Ward (KSh 1,000,000) and a more extensive road improvement program in Kisau/Kiteta with 12 kilometers of mechanical road opening (KSh 5,000,000). These projects collectively aim to address the constituency’s transportation challenges and improve mobility for residents.

Energy Access Expansion

Electrification efforts represent another critical infrastructure development focus in Mbooni. The Kako Waia CBO Warehouse electrification scheme is connecting 54 households to the national grid, transforming energy access for these communities. This project exemplifies the targeted interventions being implemented to expand modern energy services to rural households.

On a broader scale, the Makueni County Government has established a collaborative framework with the Rural Electrification & Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC), supported by a KSh 30 million matching grant. This partnership aims to enhance rural electricity accessibility throughout the county, including Mbooni Constituency, with approximately 624 households expected to benefit. Such investments in energy infrastructure are crucial for supporting economic activities, improving educational outcomes, and enhancing quality of life in rural areas.

Water Infrastructure Development

Access to clean water remains a development priority in Mbooni, with significant investments directed toward improving water supply systems. The Kya Mbui Water Project, allocated KSh 4,000,000 in the 2024/2025 financial year, includes the construction of a masonry tank at Misakwani and water distribution infrastructure serving Mutwii, Ngungu, and Umu Villages, as well as the Kyuu coffee Factory. This project demonstrates the focus on developing water infrastructure to support both domestic use and agricultural production, particularly for cash crops like coffee that require reliable water access.

Social Infrastructure and Community Development

Investment in social infrastructure complements the physical infrastructure development in Mbooni. The rehabilitation of Kyangoma Playground (KSh 2,000,000) and Sports-Youth development programs in Tulimani (KSh 600,000) reflect efforts to enhance recreational facilities and youth engagement opportunities. These investments recognize the importance of social cohesion and youth development in community building.

Financial inclusion initiatives, such as the Uwezo Fund, have also reached Mbooni, with 11 self-help groups benefitting from KSh 2.48 million to promote economic growth, entrepreneurship, and self-sustainability. This support targets various community groups, including youth groups like Kilimani, Fungua Macho Welfare, Supernatural Starlight, and Kitundu Age Set, as well as women’s groups like Jiinue Mama and Kitonyoni. Despite these initiatives, Mbooni reportedly has a relatively low repayment rate of 29.60% compared to other constituencies in Makueni County, suggesting challenges in the sustainability of these financial programs.