Dr. Jane Mwikali Makau Chairperson and Hon. Rozaah Buyu (MP) for Kisumu West Constituency represented by her PA Susan Ochang today launched Gongo Comprehensive School Borehole Water Project in Kanyamony, in Kisumu County. This initiative is aimed at providing a reliable, safe, and sustainable source of clean water to support both the school and the surrounding community.
The Authority’s Chairperson Dr. Jane Mwikali said a water kiosk will be constructed to provide an organized and accessible water collection point for the community. This will be instrumental in uplifting the livelihoods of the community especially women and girls who have been spending so much time fetching water.
The Authority’s Ag. CEO Eng. Julius Mugun, explained to the community that this project is designed to tap into underground aquifers identified through a detailed hydrogeological survey, ensuring a dependable groundwater supply. The scope of works covers all key stages from site mobilization, setting out, and drilling operations to geological sampling, casing and screen installation, gravel packing, sanitary sealing, borehole development, test pumping, and water quality analysis. These processes are critical in ensuring that the borehole meets the required standards for yield, safety, and long-term functionality.
At the same time, fabrication and erection of a 12-meter-high steel tank tower that will be constructed and an installation of a 24 cubic meter elevated steel tank will immediately follow after completion of the tower structure.
PA Susan Ochang was happy to confirm that a perimeter fence at the borehole site will be constructed towards the final stages of the project to enhance security and safeguard the infrastructure project.
This project marks a significant milestone in improving access to clean water, enhancing health outcomes, and supporting sustainable development within the Kanyamony community.
Present during the launch were Authority’s team led by the Chairperson Dr. Jane Makau Mwikali, Ag. CEO Eng. Julius Mugun, senior management and technical team. Also present was Mr. Paul Ajanja; Headteacher Gongo Comprehensive School, local leaders, the administration and the community.