Hon. Donya praised the initiative, noting that the increased storage capacity will significantly improve hygiene and sanitation standards in beneficiary schools in the County.

Representing CEO. Ms. Jackline Kemunto, the Agency’s Senior Manager for Corporate Services, Mr. Daniel Owino announced that the Agency has lined up several water and sanitation projects in Kisii County and across the Agency’s service area.

​The event also featured a broad range of community support activities, including reintegrating teen mothers into school, distributing sanitary towels and wheelchairs, issuing umbrellas to local traders and Hass avocado seedlings.

The 2nd award was presented to the CEO for her role in Adherence to the Foundational statute and principles of Mwongozo in the Execution of the core mandate and Governance of the State Corporation. The awards were received by LVSWWDA Chairman Mr. Dan Omino, OGW, and CEO, Ms. Jackline Kemunto, who expressed heartfelt gratitude to the entire LVSWWDA fraternity for their support, dedication, and strong team spirit. She emphasized that this achievement belongs to the whole Agency.

This recognition marks a significant milestone for LVSWWDA as we continue to champion excellence in public service.

Congratulations, Team LVSWWDA!

Together, we continue to raise the bar in public service.

The project was designed to serve over 100,000 people across the towns of Ugunja, Sega and Ukwala with a daily supply capacity of 8.4 million litres of water.

Key features of the project include:

1. Energy efficiency: The system incorporates three hydro-power turbines, generating renewable energy that will save ver KShs. 790,000 monthly on electricity costs.
2. A standby pumping system to ensure uninterrupted water supply.
3. Construction of: Six reservoir tanks 85 km of transmission and distribution pipelines
   Nine water kiosks
   Three ablution blocks
   A scheme office
   Acquisition of a water bowser and last-mile connectivity materials to extend service to
   underserved areas.
   This project marks a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to improve access
   to clean water and sanitation in growing urban centers, enhancing public health,
   economic productivity and quality of life in the region.

The adoption of this report officially marks the commencement of the process to transfer the Itare-Litein Water Supply System to LVSWWDA for operation under a bulk water management framework. This transfer is mandated by the Water Act, 2016, and the Water Act (Amendment), 2024, which support the broader realignment of institutional roles in the sector. The acts explicitly give Water Works Development Agencies (WWDAs) the mandate for bulk water supply management.

Currently, the scheme’s operations are shared, with Bomet Water and Sanitation Company (BOMWASCO) managing the intake, treatment works, and distribution network, and Kericho Water and Sanitation Company (KEWASCO) managing the distribution system within Kericho County. The shift to LVSWWDA is expected to streamline operations and enhance water security across the region.

The LVSWWDA CEO Ms. Jackline Kemunto said the Agency has so far replaced five pumps and rehabilitated some of the scheme’s components in readiness for this takeover. She requested the Ministry of Water, Sanitation & Irrigation to provide subsidies for the next six months as the Agency moves in to take over the operations of the
schemes. LVSWWDA Chairman Mr. Dan Omino said the Agency will ensure the tariff is finalised and move with speed to ensure the taskforce recommendations are implemented.

Leadership from Bomet and Kericho Water Companies assured of their readiness to hand over the scheme and support to the Agency.

The event has been officially presided over by CPA Carren Ageng’o, the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Children Services. Over 5,000 tree seedlings have been planted during the celebrations, contributing to the Government’s national forest restoration campaign, which aims to grow 50 million tree seedlings annually over the next 10 years.

This year’s Mazingira Day is being commemorated under the theme: “Citizen-Centric Tree Growing and Environmental Stewardship”, emphasizing the critical role of individual and community action in restoring and protecting Kenya’s natural environment.

The Agency remains committed to supporting sustainable environmental initiatives like tree planting that align with the Agency’s mandate.

This landmark borehole project is set to transform the lives of approximately 2,500 people, providing a reliable water source for Nyanderma Primary School and the surrounding community.

Representing the Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWWDA) CEO, Ms. Jackline Kemunto, were Eng. Paul Agwanda (Senior Manager, Water Works Services) and Mr. Daniel Owino (Senior Manager, Corporate Services) Ms. Miriam Siwa (Senior Manager Research, Strategy & Performance Contract).

The project underscores the government’s commitment to improving rural health and education through essential water infrastructure. Following the drilling phase, the borehole will be equipped to ensure immediate and long-term service delivery to the people.

The initiative is a critical component of the broader Suba Cluster Water Supply Programme, designed to address long-standing water scarcity issues and catalyze economic growth in the region through improved infrastructure. ​The Magunga Water Supply rehabilitation is not limited to a single source. According to project specifications, the Agency is implementing a comprehensive distribution network.

Speaking during the launch, the Chairman of Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWWDA), Mr. Daniel Omino, OGW, underscored the massive scale of the intervention. He noted that the Agency is currently drilling and equipping a total of 39 boreholes under the Suba Cluster umbrella.

Upon completion, these boreholes will produce a cumulative 30 million litres of water per day, directly benefiting a population of 308,073 people. This project aligns with the National Government’s commitment to expanding essential services. By providing a reliable daily supply of 30 million litres.

The Suba Cluster Water Supply Project stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between the National Treasury and implementing agencies to bridge the infrastructure gap in rural Kenya.

The borehole has been successfully drilled, and test pumping is currently underway to ascertain its yield. Once completed, the project will supply water to Lwanda Health Centre, Lwanda Primary School, and the surrounding community.

The water will be pumped to an elevated storage tank located at Lwanda Health Centre and distributed through a pipeline network. An outlet will also be provided to serve Lwanda Primary School and nearby residents.
In addition, a water kiosk will be constructed outside the health centre to provide easy access to safe water for the surrounding community.

The project is expected to benefit an estimated 3,200 people, significantly improving access to clean and reliable water in the area.

They were joined by the Governor of Kisumu Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o. This ambitious initiative is jointly funded by the Government of Kenya, the French Development Agency (AFD), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and the European Union, with a total investment of €70 million.

The LVWATSAN Programme is being implemented in Kisumu by the Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWWDA), a parastatal under the Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation. The objective of Works Package 2 Lot 1 is to extend and enhance water supply coverage in Kisumu City and the satellite town of Maseno.

Upon completion, the project will: Connect an additional 25,000 households, benefiting approximately 150,000 people. Increase water coverage in Kisumu City from the current 78% to 91%.

Key components of the package include:

1. Laying of approximately 156 km of new water pipeline within Kisumu City.
2. Construction of about 25 km of pipeline in Maseno Township.
3. Construction of new water storage infrastructure totalling 1.45 million litres, distributed to Obwolo Reservoir, Bukna, Maseno Town and Maseno Market.
4. Rehabilitation of one existing borehole and construction of one new borehol in Maseno Township.

This infrastructure development is expected to significantly improve access to clean and reliable water, thereby enhancing the quality of life and supporting socio- economic growth in the region.

The high-level meeting convened stakeholders from KfW, the County Governments of Kericho and Kisii, the Water Service Providers (KEWASCO and KWASCO), and the Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency.

The core objective of the overall program is multifaceted: to reduce pollution in Lake Victoria, significantly increase the supply of portable water, enhance sewer connectivity, and strengthen the institutional capacity of KWASCO and KEWASCO in the respective counties.
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​The Project is set to benefit both Kericho and Kisii Counties. In Kericho County, the expansion is substantial, aiming to increase coverage of clean water supply and sanitation services from 72,000 to 94,000 people.