Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili leads the final inspection of the Kithioni Kwa Sati Drift in Ilima Ward. The drift is set for commissioning upon approval and handover by the contractor. It will ease travel, improve connectivity, and support local economic activities.
๐ญ๐ด๐๐ต ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ – The Sh15.7 million Muangini Drift improvement project along the Mbyani-Ngalani road in Kasikeu Ward is 86 percent complete and is expected to be finished within the next two weeks.
Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, who inspected the 57-metre-long project, said the works would improve transport and access along the road, particularly during the rainy season.
Mulili is accompanied by area MCA Ruben Nzai, Ilima MCA Bishop Jonathan Muthoka and County Executive Committee Members Peter Mumo Nyamai, Japheth Musyoka Mangโoka and Eng. Sebastian Kyoni, among other county officials.
She also interacted with residents and outlined county interventions in water, agriculture and infrastructure development.
Mulili said the county government had put measures in place to mitigate the effects of forecast El Niรฑo rains and related disasters.
Mtito Andei, 17th September 2026- Makueni on Thursday showcased the impact of community-led water investments as the Government of Makueni County and Neighbours Initiative Alliance (NIA) hosted Miss Universe Netherlands in Mtito Andei to highlight projects transforming lives through improved water access and community-led climate action.
The visit featured the Makingo Self-Help Group managing Maji Kwa Kila Boma Water Project in Makutano, a community-led initiative benefiting 300 households through improved access to water. The project is among eight initiatives supported by the Neighbours Initiative Alliance under the Water Justice Fund, demonstrating how communities can identify and implement solutions to local water challenges.
The projects supported through the initiative include water storage tanks, water kiosks, solar-powered systems, pipelines and rehabilitation of water sources, helping bring water closer to communities while strengthening local ownership and resilience.
The county team was led by Chief Officer Water, Sanitation and Irrigation David Makau, together with officers from the Department of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation. The engagement provided an opportunity to showcase how strategic partnerships and community participation are advancing last-mile water connectivity across Makueni.
Over 300 households in Kikumbulyu South are set to benefit from clean, safe water through the Ngandani Water Distribution and Livelihood Project in Siembeni.
The Ksh 10 million initiative, funded by the Government of Makueni County through the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) programme, will serve households in Kiluluini, Ivuisya, Kithimani, Kevanda, Masalani and Kivuti villages. It will improve access to clean water for domestic and agricultural use while cushioning residents against the effects of prolonged drought.
The project comprises three gravity distribution lines: Kithokoosyo Main TankโMasalani Extension (3.7 km), with a connection to Masalani Primary School; KasemeiniโIvuisyaโKwa Kamota Pipeline Extension (3.3 km); and Kevanda Pipeline (2 km), with a connection to Kevanda Primary School.
The water originates from Kivungoni Springs at Kwa Kyai and is distributed through an extension from the Kithokoosyo distribution tank under the current programme.
To strengthen climate resilience, the community has been provided with 24 Gala goats to enhance goat enterprise productivity and promote household incomes.
๐ ๐๐ธ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐ป๐ถ, ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ญ๐ฑ – Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has kicked off a development tour of Kikumbulyu North Ward by commissioning the newly rehabilitated and extended Athi Tunguni Water Project, aimed at improving access to reliable and clean water for residents.
The works included improvements to the existing treatment plant, including the installation of composite filtration units, cleaning of storage tanks, installation of three 100-watt solar streetlights, a chemical injector pump, painting of elevated tank components and repair of gauges.
The project also involved major electro-mechanical works at the treatment plant, including the installation of a second submersible pump and accessories, as well as construction of a 7.28-kilometre DN 200 rising main to Mukononi tanks.
A 250-cubic-metre reinforced concrete tank was constructed at Mukononi Hill to enhance water storage and distribution. The project also included distribution networks serving parts of Makindu, Kikumbulyu North and Nguumo wards.
The distribution lines included the 5.15-kilometre MukononiโMusinginiโKamboo line, the 5.1-kilometre MukononiโKathyakaโNyayo Shopping Centre line and the 3.35-kilometre MukononiโSyumile line.
Four water kiosks were also constructed at Mukononi, Katangoo, Ilumya and Syumile (Muundani), providing residents with more accessible water points.
Speaking during the commissioning, Governor Mutula said the county government had also incorporated solar power solutions to support continuous water supply while reducing electricity costs associated with pumping and treatment.
He said the additional water interventions commissioned during the tour were part of the county government’s broader efforts to improve water access in selected wards beyond Kikumbulyu North.
Through the FLLoCA programme, the county government had implemented a project to tap water from the Athi Tunguni Kilema Water Project to supplement water from Umani Springs, which had previously been supplied through a rationing programme to areas including Kingโuutheni, Kitulani and surrounding communities up to Kilisa.
The intervention also extended the existing supply pipeline infrastructure to Kingโuutheni and Kwa Sanga in Iviani Village, helping to improve the reliability and reach of water supply in the affected areas.
The project works is part of the county government’s efforts to strengthen water infrastructure, improve storage and distribution, reduce reliance on rationing and expand access to reliable and clean water in the targeted communities.
The Governor is accompanied on the development tour by Deputy Governor, Lucy Mulili, several County Executive Committee Members, County officials, area MCA Jackson Mbalu and other members of the County Assembly led by Majority Leader, Kisungi wa Katete.
๐ ๐๐น๐ถ๐บ๐ฎ ๐ญ๐ฐ๐๐ต ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ – Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Monday inspected the Mulima Water Project in Mbooni Ward as the county government works to complete the initiative.
The project aims to expand access to safe and reliable water in Tulimani, Mbooni and Kithungo Kitundu wards, benefiting an estimated 25,000 households.
Implemented in five phases since the 2022/2023 financial year, the project comprises the Mulima dam, treatment plant, pumping infrastructure, storage tanks and distribution pipelines. Phases One(construction of Chemical Building, construction of water treatment and pumping facility) to Three have been completed, while Phase Four ( Syuluni tank construction and distribution to Kikima town ) is 70 per cent complete , while Phase Five, ( Mulima water Livelihood and restoration project) funded under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) programme, is 95 per cent complete.
The works have included distribution to Nthungoni, Nzeveni and Ndoo; construction of a chemical building and treatment facility; installation of pumping infrastructure; a 100,000-litre distribution tank at Syiluni Hill; five Syiluni water kiosks; and pipelines connecting Syiluni to Kivandini tanks, Kikima Market and the Forest tank. The network is also being extended from Kyangoma to Kikalyoni, Kiinyuni, Ndolo, Katumbu, Mweani and Kiveetyo, while a kiosk is being built at Kikima Market and the Ulilinzi petrol station facility rehabilitated.
Mutula reiterated his commitment to solving Makueni water challenges, urging the community to protect the projects.
The project is expected to restore full functionality once the outstanding works are completed.
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has concluded a development tour of Mavindini Ward, highlighting progress in water provision and agricultural empowerment while addressing residentsโ concerns over the Thwake Dam project.
Mutula said the Athi-Mavindini Water Project is now supplying water to Mavindini Market, improving access to water for residents and businesses.
He urged farmers to join cooperatives and take advantage of county agricultural programmes to access loans, strengthen their enterprises and increase their incomes.
Residents raised concerns over the assessment and compensation of families affected by the construction of Thwake Dam.
Mutula said he had taken up the matter with the National Land Commission and would push for proper assessment and rightful compensation of those affected.
The governor said his administration would continue implementing projects aimed at improving livelihoods and expanding economic opportunities in Mavindini Ward.
๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ -More than 6,500 residents of Mavindini Ward are set to benefit from improved access to safe and reliable water following the commissioning of the Athi-Mavindini Water Project by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Wednesday.
The governor commissioned the project during his development tour of Mavindini Ward, accompanied by Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili, Makueni County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, Clerk Kevin Mutuku, county officials and several MCAs.
The project comprises a 100-cubic-metre reinforced concrete intake sump, a solar-powered pumping system, more than 11 kilometres of rising main and over 7.5 kilometres of distribution pipelines.
It also includes a water treatment plant and solar-powered pumping system at Miangeni, a 150-cubic-metre masonry storage tank at Ilumani, security facilities, sanitation amenities, CCTV cameras and security lighting.Three institutions have been connected to the water supply, while two markets, three water kiosks and one water point are also being served.
The project further includes a four-kilometre irrigation pipeline with 40 tees, supporting agricultural activities in the area.
The County Government of Makueni, working in partnership with FLLoCA, has enhanced the Athi water supply system to enable abstraction of between 18 and 20 cubic metres of water per hour from the Athi River.The water is treated at Miangeni before 15 cubic metres per hour is conveyed to the Ilumani storage tank for distribution.The investment has substantially improved water security in Athi-Mavindini and reduced residents’ dependence on untreated river water.
Governor Mutula said the project will reduce exposure to crocodile attacks along the Athi River, particularly among residents who previously depended on the river for their water needs.
He said the infrastructure would strengthen access to reliable water for households, institutions, businesses and irrigation in the area. He called upon residents to protect the project against vandalism.
Wote | 8th September 2026 -The County Government of Makueni, Tana Athi Water Works Development Agency, the National Government, Wote Water and Sewerage Company (WOWASCO) and other stakeholders onTuesday met to strengthen collaboration in the implementation of the Kaiti 4 Water Project.
Currently 20% complete, the project includes construction of a storage tank, raising of the main pipeline and installation of a 21-kilometre distribution network.
Ag. CECM for Water and Sanitation Japheth Mangโoka called for enhanced collaboration among stakeholders, noting that the project will significantly ease water shortages in Wote Town and surrounding areas. The project is expected to be completed within 18 months.
Also present were CECM for Lands, Urban Planning, Development, Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Paul Musila and Wote) Nziu Ward MCA, Felix Mateso, among other stakeholders.
Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has commissioned the rehabilitated Kitise Water Project at Katangini in Kitise-Kithuki Ward, marking a major step towards improving access to clean and reliable water in the area.
The project comprises more than 12 kilometres of rising main, over 25 kilometres of distribution lines, a water treatment plant at Katangini, and 250-cubic-metre masonry storage tanks at Yikitise Primary School. It also includes booster stations at Katangini and Mbata Markets.
The project has provided connections to 27 institutions, 168 individual households and 16 water kiosks, benefiting more than 11,000 people across the area.
Speaking during the commissioning, Governor Kilonzo said the project would not only improve access to clean water but also help reduce the need for residents to venture into crocodile-infested areas in search of water, thereby easing the risk of rampant crocodile attacks.
The Governor was joined by Makueni County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, Clerk Kevin Mutuku and several Members of the County Assembly (MCAs).
