NGPU
June 17, 2025
County Accelerates Efforts to Deliver Clean and Safe Water to Residents in Naivasha
Written by Samuel Gatimu and Jilopa K Ezra
In a significant step towards fulfilling Governor Susan Kihika’s pledge to ensure access to clean and safe water for all, a team from the Department of Water and Sanitation conducted a comprehensive inspection of ongoing water projects across Naivasha Sub-county today. The exercise was spearheaded by Sub-county Water Engineer Mr. Francis Warui, accompanied by a team of experienced water engineers and technical personnel.
The inspection visit was part of routine monitoring and evaluation efforts aimed at ensuring the quality, sustainability, and timely delivery of critical water infrastructure projects. The projects, currently at various stages of implementation, are a direct response to the growing demand for reliable and clean water in rural and peri-urban areas of Naivasha. They are also aligned with Governor Kihika’s broader development agenda, which places a strong emphasis on water accessibility as a fundamental right and a key enabler of public health, economic growth, and improved living standards.
The team began the tour in Maiella Ward, where the Crater water project is underway to install a new water distribution system that includes piping infrastructure, a steel solar support structure, and solar panels. This green energy approach is intended to power the water pumping system sustainably, ensuring minimal environmental impact while enhancing operational efficiency. Once completed, this project is expected to benefit over 150 families, many of whom have relied on inconsistent and unsafe water sources for years.
Nearby, the Sero Water Project is making impressive progress. The team observed the construction of a 12-meter-high water tower alongside additional pipe-laying works. When fully operational, the project will serve more than 500 households, providing them with steady access to potable water and alleviating the burden of long-distance water fetching—particularly for women and children.
The inspection continued in Biashara Ward, where the Good Faith Water Project has reached completion. The infrastructure comprises a robust 8.5-meter steel water tower, two 10,000-litre (10m³) plastic storage tanks, and a newly laid water distribution pipeline. With these components in place, over 300 families in the area now have reliable access to clean water, a significant milestone in improving both public health and community productivity.
The residents of Biashara Ward expressed gratitude for the county’s intervention, highlighting the transformative impact of having clean water readily available. This achievement will undoubtedly have a ripple effect on hygiene, education, and local economic activities.
In Naivasha East Ward, the team inspected ongoing works at the Kinungi Water Project. This project focuses on the installation of water-pumping motors and solar panels as part of an effort to modernise water delivery systems using renewable energy sources. These enhancements will support consistent water supply to the surrounding community, further advancing the County’s green energy transition and reducing the operational costs of water access.
The final leg of the tour took the engineers to Hellsgate Ward, where two major projects—Karai Water Project and Mwichiringiri Water Project—are being implemented.
The Mwichiringiri Water Project has completed its pipe-laying phase, marking a critical milestone toward operational readiness. Meanwhile, work is actively ongoing at Karai, where pipeline installation is in progress. Combined, these two projects are set to benefit over 600 families, significantly improving water availability across the ward.
Speaking during the inspection, Sub-county Water Engineer Francis Warui emphasized the County’s unwavering commitment to delivering quality water solutions to its people. The County Government of Nakuru, under the leadership of H.E. Governor Susan Kihika, remains focused on ensuring that every household has access to clean and safe water.
“Today’s inspection confirms that we are on the right path. We are keen on ensuring that all materials used meet the highest standards and that the projects are completed on schedule,” he noted.
He further lauded the efforts of the technical teams and contractors on the ground, urging them to maintain high levels of professionalism and community engagement throughout the project lifecycles.
The inspection exercise takes place at a time when the County is accelerating its efforts to meet the development targets outlined in the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) and the Governor’s Manifesto. The water projects across Naivasha Sub-county are not only improving access to water but also reducing waterborne diseases, easing domestic burdens, and creating local employment opportunities.
With more than 2,000 families expected to benefit from the projects under review collectively, the Department of Water and Sanitation reaffirmed its commitment to rolling out additional community-based water initiatives across Nakuru County.
The County Government continues to work in collaboration with local communities, development partners, and donor agencies to ensure that no household is left behind in the quest for universal access to safe, affordable, and sustainable water.
