water crisis Stories

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...

Public urged to back Sh63.5B plan to tackle water crisis and floods in ASAL counties
Issa Hussein  |  Jun 07, 2024

Several stakeholders raised concerns about gender mainstreaming, external stakeholders' involvement in the proposed projects and public engagement to...

Tana River residents risk waterborne diseases as works on treatment plant stalls
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 14, 2024

The water they use is untreated and collected from an area that has repeatedly triggered cholera outbreaks.

Taita Taveta county seeks China's help in resolving perennial water scarcity
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 08, 2024

Governor Mwadime acknowledged China's significant role in Kenya's development and expressed optimism that this newfound collaboration will help his co...

Pastoralist women appeal for permanent solution to water crisis
Waweru Wairimu  |  Mar 22, 2024

Some of the women strap babies on their backs as they walk for an average of six kilometres to water sources.

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