Kenya has launched the first phase of the Griftu Water Supply Project, in Wajir County. Wajir Deputy Governor Ahmed Muhumed commissioned the critical development aimed at expanding access to safe water and boosting climate resilience in the region.
The initiative is a result of collaboration between the County Government, the UNDP Regional Resilience Hub for Africa, and UNICEF Kenya, marking a significant milestone in Wajir’s water sector development. During the commissioning ceremony, the Deputy Governor commended the project’s partners for their commitment to supporting the county’s water infrastructure. He emphasized the importance of such projects in promoting sustainable livelihoods, especially in areas frequently affected by drought and water scarcity. Muhumed described the project as a foundation for building a more resilient and self-sufficient community.
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Scope of work
The infrastructure under Phase I includes a solar-powered borehole drilled to a depth of 454 meters, complemented by a 31 KVA backup generator to ensure uninterrupted water supply. Additionally, the project features two elevated water tanks, each with a 60,000-litre capacity, a perimeter fence for security, and facilities such as livestock water troughs, a 16-tap water kiosk, sanitation units, and a three-kilometer water pipeline extension.
Designed to benefit over 3,000 local residents and more than 120,000 livestock, the Griftu Water Supply Project represents a transformative step toward improved public health, livestock welfare, and climate adaptation in Wajir. The Deputy Governor reaffirmed the county’s commitment to working with development partners to implement long-term water solutions that enhance both human and environmental resilience.
