In-line chlorination system boosts safe water access in Turkana’s Kakuma ward
By Issa Hussein |
The in-line chlorination system has been recommended by experts as an efficient solution for both urban and rural water projects,
An in-line chlorination system supported by donor partners at the Nakoyo borehole in Kakuma ward, Turkana, marks a significant step towards providing safe drinking water for the community.
The simple and effective technology, known as Klorman, releases chlorine into the water flow, improving water quality standards.
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Emmanuel Echapan, Turkana West Sub-County Water Officer, said the initiative is transformative for the community, which previously relied on unsafe water, leading to waterborne diseases.
“The automated chlorination system not only ensures safe drinking water but also improves water quality overall,” he said.
The initiative is supported by the Millennium Water Alliance and USAID’s DRIP FUNDI programme, which aims to improve water access through remote monitoring and rapid response.
According to the county water department, seven additional boreholes across the county are earmarked for the installation of the in-line chlorination system to enhance water quality for local communities.
The in-line chlorination system. (Issa Hussein)
The in-line chlorination system has been recommended by experts as an efficient solution for both urban and rural water projects, valued for its ease of installation, cost-effectiveness, and simple operation and maintenance.
The county stated that the use of this technology, alongside community-based approaches, would boost access to safe, clean water for the local community.
The DRIP FUNDI Initiative, launched by the Millennium Water Alliance, Virridy, and the University of Colorado Boulder, and primarily funded by USAID, aims to create sustainable groundwater demand forecasts and incentivise efficient water system operations to prevent drought emergencies.
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