By JOSPHINE MWENDE
Kitui County Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has commissioned the Sh840 million Kangu Kangu water project in Kitui South, bringing clean water to residents of Kanziko, Mathima, Mutomo, Ikutha, Kamutei, Athi, and surrounding areas. The project, which was initially launched in 2014, aims to provide clean water for domestic and irrigation use.
Kitui County Governor Dr Julius Malombe meets World Vision Kenya National Director Gilbert Kamanga (centre, in short sleeved shirt) and his colleagues. The governor commissioned KSh840 million Kangu Kangu water project in Kitui South. The project was done in partnership with World Vision Kenya.|COURTESY
Dr. Malombe emphasized the county government's commitment to ensuring clean water is supplied to all households in Kitui County, with water points accessible within a two-kilometer radius. "The county government is committed to ensuring clean water is supplied to all households in Kitui County and making water points as close as a distance of two kilometers for easy accessibility of clean and reliable water sources," he stated.
The Governor urged residents to contribute a small fee for water usage to facilitate proper management and maintenance of the project. "It's a must for this project to be managed professionally. Don't charge a lot of money, but make a cost that can manage and maintain this project," Dr. Malombe urged.
Governor Dr Julius Malombe (second right) commissioning Kangu Kangu water project at Mutomo market, Kitui South constituency. He is accompanied by his deputy Augustine Kanani and World Vision Kenya National Director Gilbert Kamanga as well as other staff.|COURTESY
Gilbert Kamanga, National Director of World Vision Kenya, appealed to the county government to consider installing solar power to pump water from the Kangu Kangu project, reducing electricity costs and subsequently the amount residents would pay for water. "I appeal to you, Your Excellency, with your government to ensure there is a constant flow of this water, and to achieve this is by installing solar power," Kamanga stated.
The Kangu Kangu water project is expected to significantly improve the lives and lifestyles of residents in Kitui South, providing them with access to clean and reliable water for domestic and irrigation use.
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