Residents of Magenche Ward in Kisii County have raised alarm over a dangerous excavation site filled with water which is putting school children’s life at risk.
According to the residents, the site, dug up a year ago to extract marram for the Magenche-Mobirona Primary School road construction, has been filled with rainwater and turn into a pool, which children risk drowning.
Area leadership led by MCA Timothy Ogugu has promised to raise the issue with the Governor’s office to find a solution for safety measures.
Area Chief Tabitha Ngisa noted that children playing near Mobirona, Nyabinyi, Mokomoni, and Motontera primary schools are most at risk, adding that the site is also a danger to women and livestock, and has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
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The chief blamed the contractors, who left the ground not filled after excavation.
Area Health support officer Damaris Nyangweta advises the public against interacting with the stagnant water saying it is exposed to diseases.
The residents are urging the authorities to take immediate action to address the situation and ensure the area is safe for children and the community.
By Enock Okong’o
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