Kapsiro Water Project -Lot 2: Emia-Chongeywo Water Supply System

Project Detail Report

Overview

StatusOngoing
TypeWater Supply
AgencyLake Victoria North Water Works Development Agency
ProgramGOK Funded Projects
Progress90.00%

Location Information

CountyBungoma
ConstituencyMt. Elgon
WardKapkateny
SettingRural
Coordinates0.716591, 34.711520

Timeline & Impact

Start DateN/A
Planned End DateN/A
Actual End DateN/A
ContractorQ-plus Contractors Limited
Consultantl
Target AreasChepkowo, Tirorok, Kipteka
Scope of WorksRehabilitation works for existing gravity main, Rehabilitation of Existing Intake on River Chepkowo,Rehabilitation of Existing Intake on River Tirorok, Extension to Kiptega primary school, Construction water kiosks.
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
ChallengesProject stalled at 90% completion. Pending works include: Rehabilitation of damaged/Vandalized pipelines and Last Mile Connectivity
RemarksRequired works packaged and request for financining was made to the Ministry in the 1st Quarter of FY2024/2025

Project Cost

Total Contract Sum (GoK + Foreign)KES 23.00
GoK Contract SumKES 23.00
Foreign Contract SumKES 0.00
Cumulative ExpenditureKES 18,608,932.00
Outstanding CostKES 0.00

Beneficiaries

Target Households2,990
Target Population15,800