For years, residents of Kendu Bay have faced a harsh reality: despite being a town on the shores of Lake Victoria, access to clean and reliable piped water remained an elusive dream. Most households relied directly on the lake—a source vulnerable to contamination—which posed serious health risks for the community.
This longstanding challenge is finally coming to an end with the completion of the Kokwanyo Water Treatment Works, a project spearheaded by Kenya’s Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation and finalized in February 2025.
The facility is now fully operational and set for commissioning, marking a major milestone in improving water access for Kendu Bay and its surrounding areas.
Using water from the nearby Awach Kibuon River, the plant employs a rigorous purification system involving flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and safe storage. Treated water is then pumped to a 2,000-cubic-metre reservoir at Ndiru, ensuring a steady supply with consistent pressure for distribution.
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The impact is already palpable. Clean, safe water is flowing to households, schools, and health centers, transforming daily life and health outcomes in this lakeside community.
This crucial intervention not only enhances public health but also supports socio-economic development by easing one of the community’s most critical burdens.
In a region where water scarcity has long hindered progress, the Kokwanyo Water Treatment Works stands as a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of sustainable infrastructure investment.
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