Sh24m water project to ease water scarcity in Angurai East by April

“These water storage facilities will significantly reduce the burden on residents who have long suffered from water shortages,” he said.

He confirmed that piping had been completed in six sub-locations, with the water supply set for official launch by April.

“This Sh24 million water project is at its final stage, and already piping has been done in six sub-locations, and by April we will launch the supply officially,” noted Parapara.

Parapara explained that the project would benefit villages such as Kolanya, Changara, and Chemasiri, which have faced water scarcity for years.

“The newly established water sources will ensure that families no longer need to walk for hours to fetch water, a task that has historically placed a heavy burden on the community. Water is life, and this project is a game changer for our people,” he added.

Janet Wanyama, a resident of Changara, described the project as a lifesaver, noting its potential to improve small-scale agricultural activities.

“We have suffered for far too long, from perennial water shortages to trekking long distances to fetch water. But now we are happy that this project is going to solve our problems,” she said.

“With access to reliable water, we will be able to engage in farming more efficiently, which could improve food security and boost local economic development.”

The water project aligns with broader county and national government efforts to improve access to clean water in rural areas.

Changara Division has faced challenges in accessing water due to its rocky terrain, making drilling costly and difficult.