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Dam to supply water to 350,000 in West Pokot by 2025

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Constructon of Siyoi-Muruny dam underway in West Pokot.

West Pokot will see an enhanced water supply as Sh8 billion Siyoi-Muruny dam is set for completion by March 2025.

The dam is currently 72 per cent done and is expected provide 8.9 billion litres of water annually, serving an estimated 350,000 residents and irrigating 3,500 acres.

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