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KVDA to construct Ksh10M water borehole at Chemkengen Secondary School.
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The project, which will be implemented at Chemkengen Secondary School, is expected to serve not only the school community but also thousands of residents living in the surrounding areas.
Residents of Matumbei Ward have received a major boost in their quest for reliable access to clean water following a visit by a team of hydrologists from the Kerio Valley Development Authority (KVDA) to Chemkengen Secondary School.
The experts conducted a comprehensive geophysical survey to identify suitable underground water sources ahead of the construction of a borehole project valued at Ksh 10 million. The project, which will be implemented at Chemkengen Secondary School, is expected to serve not only the school community but also thousands of residents living in the surrounding areas.
Speaking on the development, Endebess Member of Parliament Dr. Robert Pukose said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to address the persistent water shortages that have affected many parts of the constituency for years.
“The borehole project at Chemkengen Secondary School marks a significant milestone in our commitment to improving access to clean and safe water for our people. Water is a basic necessity, and this investment will greatly improve the quality of life for both students and the local community,” said Dr. Pukose.
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For many years, residents of Matumbei Ward have struggled with inadequate access to water for domestic use, forcing families and students to travel long distances in search of the precious resource. The new borehole is expected to ease this burden by providing a sustainable and reliable water supply.
The project is also anticipated to improve sanitation standards, support agricultural activities, and enhance the learning environment at Chemkengen Secondary School. Access to clean water within the school compound will help reduce interruptions to learning caused by water shortages and promote better health among students and staff.
Dr. Pukose further announced that similar borehole projects will soon be rolled out in other parts of Endebess Constituency. Schools earmarked to benefit from the next phase of the water programme include Chepchoina Secondary School, Njoro Secondary School, Bwala Secondary School, Kietkei Secondary School, and Cheptantan Secondary School.
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According to the MP, the expansion of the borehole programme demonstrates the government’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to water resources across the constituency, particularly in underserved and water-stressed areas.
“Once completed, these projects will transform the lives of our people by bringing clean water closer to homes and institutions. This is a long-term solution that will contribute significantly to community development and improved livelihoods,” he added.
Residents have welcomed the initiative, expressing optimism that the projects will finally provide lasting solutions to the water challenges that have hindered socio-economic development in the region.
The planned boreholes are expected to play a critical role in supporting schools, households, and local economic activities while contributing to the broader goal of improving living standards across Endebess Constituency.
As the geophysical surveys continue and implementation plans progress, communities in Chemkengen, Chepchoina, Njoro, Bwala, Kietkei, and Cheptantan look forward to a future where access to clean water is no longer a daily struggle but a guaranteed service for all.
By Kimtai Cherongis
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