Restoring Landscapes, Securing Water for the Future

In October 2025, the World Bank conducted a support mission at the Mwache Dam Project, focusing on watershed management activities. The mission team was joined by the Project Management Unit, Water Resources Authority (WRA), and the Kwale County Government. The delegation toured the Mwache Dam buffer zone to observe ongoing community-led restoration efforts, including tree planting, gully rehabilitation, and terracing, which are being implemented by local communities and WRUAs in Mwachiga and Mazola Mienzeni. These initiatives aim to reduce erosion and siltation, protect the dam’s water quality and storage capacity, and enhance climate resilience across the watershed.

The mission team tours the right bank of the main dam, observing the thriving trees that mark the restoration process. During this tour, the team had the opportunity to observe firsthand the ongoing community-led restoration efforts that have been gaining momentum in recent years. The mission team engages with community members who share their experiences and insights regarding the challenges and triumphs they have faced throughout the restoration process. These conversations reveal a strong sense of ownership and pride among the locals, as they witness the tangible results of their hard work reflected in the flourishing landscape. The collaboration between the community and environmental organizations has proven to be a powerful catalyst for change, fostering a renewed sense of hope and resilience in the face of environmental degradation.

​Strengthening Coordination for Progress: Mwache Dam Project Monthly High-Level Meetings and site inspections conducted in October 2025.