Rehabilitation of key boreholes in Kilifi brings relief to over 50,000 Kaloleni residents

Residents of Kaloleni have expressed relief and gratitude following the rehabilitation of the Kajongooni and Biningala mega boreholes, which had been dormant for over ten years.

The restored boreholes now serve more than 50,000 people in Kayafungo and Biningala, addressing a long-standing water crisis in the region.

“For years, we struggled without a reliable water source. This project has changed our lives,” said Anna Kazungu, a resident of Kayafungo, during the handover ceremony of the Kajongooni borehole.

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Gabriel Katana, another resident, said the borehole, built in 1951, had served the community for years before becoming unusable. “Its rehabilitation has brought hope back to our village,” he added.

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

In addition, water kiosks and livestock troughs were constructed, while the borehole sites were fenced to ensure security and long-term sustainability.

The rehabilitation has made water easily accessible for domestic use and livestock, reducing the burden on residents who previously had to walk long distances to fetch water.

The livestock troughs have been particularly beneficial to local herders and farmers who rely heavily on water for their daily activities.

In Biningala, residents shared similar sentiments. Village elder Kenga Katana recounted how they had resorted to manually digging the well after it broke down.

“We tried to dig the well ourselves, but it was too difficult. Now, the borehole is functioning, and even Bikidzaya Primary School is benefiting from clean water,” he said.

The restoration of the boreholes has provided a reliable source of water to the community for the first time in over a decade.

Residents say the project has eased their struggles and improved their quality of life, especially for women and children who often bear the responsibility of fetching water.

The Kajongooni and Biningala boreholes are now operational and fully under the community’s management, marking the beginning of a new era of improved access to water for residents of Kaloleni.

The project is expected to significantly enhance livelihoods in the area by addressing water shortages, which have long been a challenge for the people of Kayafungo and Biningala.