PROJECT
COMPONENTS
KWALE COUNTY
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
More than 2,000 residents currently have access to safe drinking water through community kiosks. With the completion of the Kwale Water Supply System by December 2025, this number is expected to grow to approximately 25,000 people.
This initiative has made a significant impact across various community groups:
✅ 5,680 farmers supported through irrigation and agricultural training
✅ 2,187 farmers (80% women) trained via Farmer Field Schools and demonstration plots
✅ 4,351 individuals received livelihood grants
✅ 647 community health resource persons trained
✅2,580 people trained in watershed management
✅320 individuals supported in catchment management by CDA
✅261 artisans received technical training
✅4,113 members of 10 WRUAs involved in catchment conservation
✅1,535 construction workers (1,459 men and 76 women) engaged
✅7,870 pupils (3,817 boys and 4,053 girls) in 21 schools now benefit from improved WASH facilities
✅ 16,823 people in 25 villages are certified Open Defecation Free (ODF)
✅Empowering Women Through Inclusion
Sanitation and Community Health Initiatives
As part of its integrated approach, the project also supports community sanitation improvements:
Achievements:
✅27 villages targeted for Open Defecation Free (ODF) status
✅ 25 villages certified ODF by a third-party between 2017 and 2019
✅ 2 villages verified ODF by sub-county officials
✅ The remaining villages are currently in the post-triggering follow-up phase in which women play a vital role in the project, making up 80% of the trained farmers. Their participation is also notable in WRUA activities, ODF initiatives, and school WASH programs.
✅ Sustainable Land & Water Management - An additional 230 hectares have been brought under sustainable land and water management practices, ensuring long-term environmental resilience.
✅ Environmental Protection
✅ The Environmental and Social Management Plan is actively guiding the project’s implementation to promote sustainability and inclusiveness throughout its lifecycle.
