Kisumu's water conservation efforts get a Sh10 million boost from WWF

Freshwater Lead at WWF-Kenya Dr. William Ojwang, and Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong'o. [Washington Onyango,Standard]

"As the Governor of Kisumu, I am deeply grateful for the generous donation from WWF. This funding is not just an investment in our environment; it's an investment in the well-being and future of our county.

"It will empower us to protect our vital water resources, combat climate change, and improve the lives of our residents. Together, we are creating a Kisumu that is sustainable, resilient, and thriving for generations to come," said Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyongo.

WWF-Kenya extended this generous grant to KIWASCO to bolster their efforts in safeguarding these critical catchment areas. The aim is to not only protect the environment but to ensure the continued availability of clean and safe water to the residents of Kisumu City.

Freshwater Lead at WWF-Kenya Dr. William Ojwang signs the Sh9.9million cheque. [Washington Onyango,Standard]

"At WWF-Kenya, we are deeply committed to the conservation of water resources and catchments, and ensuring access to clean water for all. The donation made today underscores our dedication to this cause.

"We believe that by supporting KIWASCO under the Catchment to Tap (C2T) Project, we are taking a significant step toward a sustainable future for Kisumu City and its residents," Dr. William Ojwang, Freshwater Lead at WWF-Kenya, emphasized.

WWF-Kenya has been actively promoting integrated water resources management (IWRM) for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) through the Catchment to Tap project since 2021.

Their work has been instrumental in improving the production of clean water and access to it, a vital goal in ensuring the well-being of communities across the country.

Notably, this initiative is not an isolated effort. WWF-Kenya, funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in Kenya, is also poised to extend a Sh13 Million grant to the Nakuru Water and Sanitation Services Ltd (NAWASSCO) in Nakuru County and a Sh10 Million grant to the Mt Kenya Ewaso Water Partnership (MKWEP) in Laikipia County, further underscoring their commitment to providing clean water and safeguarding the environment.

With the generous funding from WWF and the dedicated efforts of KIWASCO, the future looks brighter for the residents of Kisumu City. The partnership between these organizations promises to create a sustainable and resilient future, where clean and accessible water is a reality for all.