Kuta Water (Ebwiranyi)

Project Detail Report

Overview

StatusOngoing
TypeBorehole
AgencyLake Victoria North Water Works Development Agency
ProgramWater for Schools
Progress86.00%

Location Information

CountyVihiga
ConstituencyLuanda
WardMwibona
SettingRural
Coordinates0.005322, 34.566386

Timeline & Impact

Start DateN/A
Planned End DateN/A
Actual End DateN/A
ContractorSomu General Contractors Ltd
Consultantl
Target AreasKutta, Ebweirenyi
Scope of WorksDrilling, Installation of submersible pump and solar hybrid system Construction of 4 no. communal water points Raising main Distribution to primary & sec cwps Water kiosk elavated steel tank (18m3)
ImpactsReduction in waterborne diseases due to access to clean water and improved sanitation, leading to better overall health and reduced healthcare costs. Increased school attendance especially for girls as they spend less time collecting water and managing sanitation needs. Access to clean water and sanitation will increase productivity in the workforce, leading to improved livelihoods and economic growth, women and girls often bear the burden of collecting water, so improved water access will empower them and provide more time for other activities
ChallengesInsufficient budget allocation which led to delays and limitations in scope and late disbursement of funds
RemarksThe project is almost complete

Project Cost

Total Contract Sum (GoK + Foreign)KES 2,899,680.00
GoK Contract SumKES 2,899,680.00
Foreign Contract SumKES 0.00
Cumulative ExpenditureKES 2,698,150.00
Outstanding CostKES 883,730.00

Funding Sources

SourceTypeAmount (KES)
Gok Grant 8,000,000.00

Budget Allocations by Fiscal Year

Fiscal YearStageFunding SideAmount (KES)
2022/23 Approved GOK 8,000,000.00

Beneficiaries

Target Households4,000
Target Population1,800