The County Government of Uasin Gishu is on track to provide 60% of homesteads across the county with access to piped water by the end of 2024, aligning with the county’s Nguzo Kumi blueprint aimed at socio-economic empowerment.

In Megun Ward, Kapseret Sub-County, the Chesogor and Chebarus water projects are central to these efforts.

The Chesogor Water Project, completed in the 2023/24 financial year at a cost of Ksh 5 million, has improved water access for local communities. The project involved rehabilitating intake works, installing a solar-powered pumping system, and constructing a 2.4-kilometre rising main pipeline, along with a 24-cubic-meter elevated storage tank. This infrastructure is now delivering clean water to hundreds of homes in the area.

A similar initiative is currently underway in Chebarus, with an equal budget of Ksh 5 million allocated for the 2024/25 financial year. The project includes the installation of a solar-powered pumping system, a 1-kilometre distribution pipeline, and a 24-cubic-meter elevated storage tank. Once completed, it will further enhance access to piped water and move the county closer to its ambitious target.

To ensure the longevity of these projects, the county is involving local communities in their management. Water user committees have been trained on how to form Water User Associations, draft by-laws, and adopt best practices for sustainable water resource management.

County officials, including Engineer Bob Busungu and Ward Administrator Mr. Kiptoo Samoei, have been key in overseeing these projects. Their leadership reflects the county’s commitment to advancing the Nguzo Kumi agenda by improving essential services for residents.

“These projects are vital to ensuring that every household has access to clean and reliable water,” said Engineer Bob Busungu. “By using solar power and involving the community, we are not only solving water access issues but also ensuring sustainable solutions for the future.”

With these efforts, Uasin Gishu is making significant progress toward its goal of achieving 60% piped water coverage, a move that will greatly improve public health and the overall quality of life for its residents.