The Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company is seeking alternative ways to curb the current water problem in Nairobi rather than solely depending on rainfall.
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Currently, the residents of Nairobi are experiencing a water rationing programme as a result of a poor rainfall pattern experienced last year.
According to the managing director of (NWSC) Mr. Philip Gichuki, all the boreholes that were drilled by the government are to be included in the water supply boost system hence the move to ensure they are operational.
The company has also asked the government to drill more boreholes so as to reduce the distress among the residents of Nairobi.
The areas of focus should be in the Eastern part of the city such as Kamulu and Ruai since large diameter boreholes can be drilled and draw large volumes of water. The Murang’a water tunnel is also 20% complete and is expected to be completed soon whereby the water will be used to improve the water supply in the city.
In the meantime, a physical study is currently being carried out to make an analysis of the safety of underground water for human consumption. This will be able to dismiss any waterborne diseases and ensure that informal settlements a s well as hospitals have an adequate supply of water.
In addition, the company has come up with a team to keep a close watch on the rationing schedule and ensure that water reaches the rationed areas. The rationing schedule shall also be updated every two weeks to ensure sufficient water supply.
This news comes just after Ndakaini dam was declared to be below average in optimum levels and unable to sustain normal water supply.
