𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗶-𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has commissioned the Athi-Kalawa Universal Water Project treatment station in Kwakiliu, Kalawa Ward, Completing the projects components after earlier commissioning the intake and power boost water station. The project targets 22,000 residents with access to clean and safe water.

Started in 2019, the project draws raw water from River Athi for treatment and distribution to households, schools, health facilities and trading centres in Mbooni East Sub-County.

The project has received Sh360 million from World Vision and Sh90 million from the County Government of Makueni.

It currently serves 35 water kiosks, six health facilities, 12 shopping centres and 12 schools, with six additional schools at various stages of connection.

Speaking during the commissioning, Governor Mutula thanked World Vision and the Coca-Cola Foundation for their support, noting that the project would help protect residents from diseases associated with consuming unsafe water.

He directed the county’s energy directorate to budget for solarisation of the facility and installation of CCTV cameras to enhance security.

World Vision East Africa Regional Director Lilian Dodzo said the organisation was pleased to improve the lives of children and families through the project. She urged the county government to ensure proper maintenance and protection of the infrastructure.

World Vision also donated 10 tonnes of water-treatment chemicals and two motorbikes to support water services management.

The project is expected to improve access to safe water while strengthening hygiene, sanitation and public health across Kalawa Ward.