Water Resources Authority Stories

Water Resources Authority issues flooding advisory as rivers swell
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 27, 2025

The advisory warns that while most river basins are flowing at normal levels, some are approaching the flood alarm stage.

Is your watermelon safe? The chemicals you didn’t know you were consuming
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 23, 2025

While these chemicals ensure watermelons look perfect and remain viable for sale, concerns have been raised about their impact on health and the envir...

World Water Day: Families' daily struggle for clean water as waterborne diseases surge
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 22, 2025

The deterioration of water treatment programs has left countless people with no choice but to consume untreated water, exposing them to a higher risk...

Residents of Handanki in Wajir appeal for food and water as dry spell intensifies
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 23, 2025

According to the latest forecast by IGAD Climate Prediction and Application Center, Kenya will experience below-average rainfall during the March to M...

Five KUSCCO officials charged with theft of Sh83 million released on bail
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 18, 2025

The five officials were arrested last Thursday in connection with a major financial scandal at KUSCCO, a key institution for savings and credit cooper...

At least 4.4 million people in Somalia face starvation as drought worsens
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 12, 2025

The crisis is already forcing families to leave their homes in search of food, water, and medical aid, raising concerns about displacement and worseni...

State wants police to probe KUSCCO as report shows financial statements signed by dead auditor
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 12, 2025

The forensic audit conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers highlighted non-performing loans and large-scale theft that have left the institution on the br...

Former KWTA staff to be redeployed following agency's dissolution—Duale
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 23, 2025

KWTA disbanded its board and reassigned its chairperson and directors to other government positions as part of the dissolution process.

Turkana County intensifies bid to end open defecation by 2030 as more public health promoters trained
Issa Hussein  |  Jan 23, 2025

The project targets to certify 75 villages in Turkana South, including Aroro Sub-County, and 134 villages including Lokichoggio in Turkana West.

State requires Sh995bn to ensure nationwide access to water
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 16, 2025

The Ministry's plan includes conducting comprehensive aquifer mapping to identify viable water sources, aiming to tackle the country's water scarcity...

Nairobi's Jogoo, Kipande roads among those closed temporarily to fix drainage, potholes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 02, 2025

Nairobi has been grappling with deteriorating road conditions characterised by potholes and inadequate drainage systems.

Mombasa residents flock Mama Ngina Waterfront, other venues to welcome 2025
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 01, 2025

The New Year celebrations reaffirmed Mombasa’s position as a premier holiday destination.

Kenya Water Towers Agency disbanded after expiry of legal framework
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 14, 2024

The decision to dissolve KWTA is part of the government's broader effort to rationalise state corporations and eliminate overlapping functions.

Mombasa to host 6th edition of Firi Cultural Festival over the weekend
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 13, 2024

The festival’s unique focus on Somali-populated areas also aims to shift perceptions and celebrate positive stories from these regions.

Hygiene promotion campaign seeks to prevent cholera outbreak in Marsabit
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 10, 2024

Food for the Hungry launched a comprehensive hygiene promotion campaign, reaching 1,976 households in the North Horr and Moyale sub-counties.

Rehabilitation of key boreholes in Kilifi brings relief to over 50,000 Kaloleni residents
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 09, 2024

The project, led by Islamic Relief in collaboration with the Kilifi County Government, included installing solar-powered pumping systems, modern equip...

Water CS calls for action as Kenya's Non-Revenue Water crisis hits 60%
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 07, 2024

Non-Revenue Water, measure of water lost through leakages, theft, or inefficiency stands at an alarming 60 per cent, far above the national average of...

State unveils 1,236 projects to benefit 6 million Kenyans in marginalised areas
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 05, 2024

This move is in line with the government's commitment to bridging the gap between the marginalised and more developed regions of the country.

Nile canal project raises alarm for Africa’s largest freshwater reserve
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Dec 01, 2024

Critics warn that the canal could significantly shrink the swamp, potentially turning parts of the wetland into a desert, which would have devastating...

Nairobi's flooding menace exposes overwhelmed colonial-era drainage system
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 30, 2024

Despite the ongoing cleaning efforts, Sakaja said large-scale investments are required to overhaul Nairobi's drainage system.

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