This archive report was first published on 19 September 2019.
On September 19, 2019, Turkana Governor Josphat Nanok commissioned the Napuu water project in Lodwar, a move expected to alleviate the suffering of over 16,000 residents of Kanamkemer and surrounding areas.
The project, undertaken by the National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority (NWHSA), includes the installation of a 300 cubic meters steel tank in Narewa and a water distribution system to residents in Narewa, Lokitela, Ekaales, Masewan, Kasarani, Juluk, and Trans Africa.
Residents, who previously had to trek hundreds of kilometers in search of water, are now set to benefit from a steady supply of water, which will also support the development of Lodwar Municipality and the expansion of existing irrigation schemes.
"Water has been our major challenge here and we usually trek several kilometres in search of water. We are now sure of prospering both in farming and business because we have steady supply of water," said Peter Ekai, a resident.
According to Governor Nanok, the county will utilize water from boreholes to support the development of Lodwar Municipality and the expansion of existing irrigation schemes.
"This is going to increase development of this part of Lodwar as we refocus how the aquifer will best be utilised for irrigation agriculture," said Mr. Nanok.
