NGPU May 26, 2025

Over 900 Households in Menengai West Ward to Gain Access to Clean Water

Written by Jilopa K. Ezra

Rongai Sub-county, Nakuru – More than 900 households in Menengai West Ward are poised to benefit from improved access to clean and safe drinking water following the official handover of the Kirima-Olrongai and Olrongai Water Projects to contractors on Monday. The initiatives, led by the Department of Water and Environment, aim to alleviate water access challenges for households, institutions, and businesses in the ward.

The Kirima-Olrongai Water Project, spanning 2.7 kilometres of pipeline, will serve over 400 households alongside Olrongai Dispensary, public institutions, places of worship, and local business centres. The project includes two 10,000-litre plastic water tanks supplied by the Solai Menengai Water Users Association’s Marigo B Tank to enhance water storage and distribution.

Similarly, the Olrongai Water Project, covering 1.4 kilometres, will provide water to over 500 households, the Kwa Gitau shopping centre, surrounding farms, and institutions. A 10,000-litre water tank has also been allocated to support the project’s storage needs. Both projects will feature communal water points to ensure public access and are expected to generate temporary employment opportunities for residents through pipeline installation and related work.

At the handover ceremony, Dr. Nelson Maara, County Executive Committee Member for Water and Environment, emphasized the County Government’s commitment to Governor Susan Kihika’s development agenda.

“These projects reflect Governor Kihika’s promise to deliver clean and safe water to every resident’s doorstep. Water is life, and we are making it accessible,” Dr. Maara stated.

Area MCA Hon. Isaac Rotok thanked the County Government for prioritizing water access in Menengai West.

“Water has been a critical need in our ward. These projects will transform livelihoods and support schools, health facilities, and businesses. We will continue collaborating with the County to bring more development to our people,” Hon. Rotok said.

The initiatives are part of a county-wide effort to improve water infrastructure, address scarcity, promote public health, and boost economic activities in rural and peri-urban areas. The handover was attended by local leaders, including Paul Muhuhe (Water Officer), Michelle Wambui (Ward Administrator), and the Governor’s ward coordinator, among other county officials.