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September 17
Kenya: Nairobi, Mombasa Among 25 African Cities Facing Water Scarcity
Nairobi and Mombasa are some of the African cities that are grappling with water shortages, a new report reveals, highlighting the impact of urbanization on meager resources. Read more »
September 13
Kenya: Lixil and Unicef Extend Partnership to 2027, Aiming to Expand Access to Safe Sanitation in 6 Countries
TOKYO/GENEVA, Sep 13 - LIXIL and UNICEF have announced the extension of their partnership until 2027, aiming to expand efforts in six countries to provide more communities with… Read more »
August 22
Kenya: Kengen Banks On Effective Water Management to Maintain Affordable Electricity Costs
The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has assured of continued provision of affordable and reliable hydroelectric power (HEP) even after the cessation of rainfail. Read more »
August 02
Kenya: Don't Look At My Size, I Am Suitable for the Post - Water Cabinet Secretary Nominee Muuga
Water Cabinet Secretary nominee Eric Muuga has said if approved for the Cabinet slot he will sort the perennial water shortage in the country especially in the marginalized areas… Read more »
Kenya: Duale Says He Is Worth Sh980mn
Environment and Sanitation nominee Aden Duale says he is worth Sh980 million up from his Sh851 million net worth when he assumed office as Defence Cabinet Secretary in October… Read more »
July 19
Kenya: New Faces in Cabinet - Mlongo Barasa (Moh), Andrew Mwihia (Agriculture), Eric Muriithi (Water)
President William Ruto has nominated new faces in his 11-member partial cabinet with Mlongo Barasa being assigned to the Health docket. Read more »
May 06
Kenya: Nairobi to Experience Water Rationing Despite Heavy Rains
The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) has announced that there will be significant water rationing in different parts of the city due to a reduced water supply that… Read more »
April 30
Kenya: Water Authority Issues Flooding Alert Amid Seven Forks Spilling
The Water Resources Authority (WARMA) has warned of imminent flooding as a result of a potential breach in the Seven Forks Dams following sustained rainfall. Read more »
April 29
Kenya: Kihika Announces Medical Bill Waiver for Victims of Mai Mahiu Dam Tragedy
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has announced waiver on medical bills for victims of Mai Mahiu dam tragedy. Read more »
April 27
Kenya: Flood Alert As Masinga Dam Overflows
The Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority(TARDA) has urged residents to exercise vigilance following the overflowing of the Masinga dam due to heavy rains. Read more »
March 26
Kenya: The Pathway of Water - Promoting Peaceful Ties, Fostering Harmony and Prosperity
Historically, water has been a central factor in human settlement patterns. Ancient civilizations flourished along the banks of rivers. Modern cities cluster around freshwater… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Unclogging Blocked Drainage Following Heavy Rains
The Nairobi County Government has deployed technical staff and equipment to unclog sewers and drainage systems in various parts of Nairobi affected by flooding following heavy… Read more »
January 11
Kenya: BUWASCO Staffs Down Tools Over 10 Month Salary Arrears
The Busia Water and Sewerage Company has today downed their tools of trade and locked up the offices main door in protest of unpaid salary arrears accusing the county government of… Read more »
December 21, 2023
Kenya: Kisii Women Rep Aburi Drills Four Boreholes Relieving Women From Walking for Kilometers in Search of Water
Residents in Daraja Mbili Kitutu chache south, Kisii town are set to benefit from a water project of a borehole which was drilled at Daraja Mbili secondary by the county Woman Rep… Read more »
December 13, 2023
Kenya: Governor Arati Unveils Plan to Boost Water Supply in Kisii County
Kisii County's Governor Simba Arati has announced a comprehensive plan to increase water supply to residents while promoting environmental conservation efforts. The initiative… Read more »
December 11, 2023
Kenya: Coast Water Works Restores Bulk Supply to Voi After Consensus On Unpaid Bill
The Coast Water Works Development Agency has restored bulk water supply to Taita Taveta's Voi sub-county following consensus on unpaid bills by TAVEVO, the county's water service… Read more »
November 04, 2023
Kenya: Cabinet Approves Construction of Dams, Reinstatement of Water Pans to Boost Water Supply
NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 - The Cabinet has approved the construction of multiple dams and the reinstatement of over 4,000 water pans. Read more »
October 16, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Urges Chinese Investors to Exploit Opportunities in Energy, Water, Housing
President William Ruto has urged Chinese investors to exploit existing opportunities in Kenya in the fields of energy, water and housing. Read more »
August 14, 2023
Kenya: Geothermal Water Affords Gilgil Residents Access to Water
Water scarcity is a crisis facing many households and more so in the rural areas which lack access to piped water and worse still, have no access to water bodies like dams and… Read more »
July 02, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Says Efforts to Reclaim Water Towers to Proceed Unhindered
The Government is committed to reclaiming and conserving all water catchment areas in the country, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
June 26, 2023
Kenya: Davis & Shirtliff Unveils First Battery-Less Solar Water Treatment Plant
Davis & Shirtliff has announced the introduction of a battery-free Solar Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plant to tap into a fast-growing off-grid zero-emission desalination market. Read more »
June 08, 2023
Kenya: City Hall Completes 5.8 Cubic Metres Borehole Project at New Eastleigh Primary School
The Nairobi County Government has completed a 5.8 cubic metres borehole project at New Eastleigh Primary School. Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom, Kenya Water Institute Partner to Deploy Smart Water System
Safaricom has partnered with the Kenya Water Institute (KEWI) to build capacity in the water sector, in line with Sustainable Development Goal 6, which seeks to ensure the… Read more »
June 02, 2023
Kenya: Siaya Reports 120 Cases of Cholera So Far
Cholera cases reported in Siaya has hit 120, with both governor, James Orengo and the area county commissioner Jim Njoka urging the residents to support efforts to contain the… Read more »
May 30, 2023
Kenya: Old Mutual to Support Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Sector
Integrated Financial Services Provider Old Mutual has reaffirmed its commitment to support the realization of SDG 6, which seeks to ensure access to water and sanitation for all. Read more »
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