Over 2,500 residents of Tachasis village in Mauche ward, Njoro Sub-County, are set to benefit from improved access to clean and safe drinking water.
This will be achieved after completion of construction of a 50,000-liter capacity water tank that is currently underway.
The construction is being financed under the Flloca initiative, which finances locally led climate actions.
Once completed, the project will also include the equipping, solarization and installation of a water kiosk. This comprehensive approach underscores Nakuru County’s commitment to providing clean and safe drinking water to all residents.
Speaking today at the site, Njoro sub-County Water Engineer Geoffrey Githinji expressed optimism about the project, highlighting the renewed hope it brings to area residents who have long endured the challenges of walking long distances to fetch raw water from seasonal rivers and wells.
He said the project is part of Nakuru County’s broader efforts to improve access to clean water for its residents a
dding that in the last two years, the county has made significant strides in expanding water infrastructure and improving water quality.
While enumerating some of the key achievements, Eng. Githinji said the county has invested in the construction of new water supply systems, including dams, pipelines, and treatment plants, to increase water availability across the eleven sub counties.
He said the county has also rehabilitated and upgraded existing water infrastructure, such as wells and boreholes, to improve their efficiency and reliability.
A resident of the village, Julius Kimani said the construction of the water tank was historic because since independence they have never had easy access to water and the gigantic project was a marvel to them. He commended the county for hiring the locals, especially the youth to work at the projects.
Apart from that, Engineer Githinji said the county has implemented water conservation measures, such as rainwater harvesting and efficient irrigation practices, to reduc
e water wastage adding that they have also improved and strengthened their water quality monitoring systems to ensure that water is safe for consumption.
However, he said although these achievements have contributed to improved access to clean water for many residents in Nakuru County, there is still more work to be done to ensure that everyone has access to this essential resource. Hence, the construction of the 50,000-litre capacity water tank at Tachasis village is a step in the right direction.
Source: Kenya News Agency