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World Bank backs Sh13.5bn groundwater plan for drought counties

Sacco ReviewAugust 19, 202609 mins

Ksh13.5 billion groundwater project targets five drought hit counties with chronic water shortages New water infrastructure could support livestock, farming, schools and health facilities while creating local jobs Long term success will depend on sustainable groundwater use, maintenance and protection of the new infrastructure The World Bank and the national government have committed Ksh13.5 billion…

Gov’t disburses Ksh6 Billion for drought mitigation, pledges monthly Ksh4 Billion support

Sacco ReviewJanuary 16, 202604 mins

The National Government has disbursed more than Ksh6 billion over the past month to support drought mitigation efforts across affected regions, Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki has announced. The funds will been used to finance critical interventions, including the distribution of food and non-food items, medical supplies, and water to vulnerable communities hit hard by…