Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency

24/07/2026

West Karachuonyo Water Supply Project

24/07/2026

The Principal Secretary, Ministry of Interior and National Administration, Dr. Raymond Omollo, today inspected the West Karachuonyo Water Supply Project in Homa Bay County, which is being implemented by the Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWWDA).
The LVSWWDA Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Jackline Kemunto, was represented by Senior Manager, Research, Strategy and Performance Management, Ms. Miriam Siwa, Senior Manager, Water Works Services, Eng. Paul Agwanda, and Senior Manager, Corporate Services, Mr. Daniel Owino.
The project is designed to serve a current estimated population of 48,336 people, with the population projected to increase to 91,000 by 2050. Upon full completion, the scheme is expected to provide safe and reliable water to approximately 76,000 residents.
Phase I, which is currently 98% complete, includes the rehabilitation and solarisation of the existing lake intake, construction of a 2.75-kilometre epoxy-coated steel raw water pipeline, installation of 682 solar panels, construction of three storage tanks with capacities of 300,000 litres at Kawiti, 150,000 litres at Sangla, and 100,000 litres at Kandiege, laying of 27.5 kilometres of distribution pipelines, and 500 consumer connections, including connections to five schools.
Phase II, currently at 55% completion, involves the construction of two 300m³ reinforced concrete storage tanks at Wang Got and Osakwe, a 100m³ elevated steel tank at Oriwo, rehabilitation of the 200,000-litre Okiki Amayo Booster Tank, construction of 35 kilometres of pumping and gravity main pipelines, distribution pipelines, ancillary works, consumer connections, and the establishment of water kiosks in Bala, Kandiege, Uhuru, Okiki Amayo, Wang Got, Raruowa and Oriwo markets. The phase will also connect 15 schools to clean water, each equipped with a 10,000-litre water storage tank.
Phase II (Electromechanical Works) has already been contracted but is yet to commence. The works include the supply and installation of seven pumps and solar-powered pumping systems for the raw water pumping station, the clear water pumping system at the water treatment plant, the Okiki Amayo booster station, and rehabilitation of the water treatment plant.
Phase III, whose feasibility study has been completed, proposes the construction of an additional 150,000-litre storage tank, 30 kilometres of distribution pipelines, 10 kilometres of last-mile consumer connection pipelines, installation of 500 water meters, and water connections to 10 public institutions and markets. The phase is estimated to cost KES 165 million.
Once fully implemented, the West Karachuonyo Water Supply Project will significantly improve access to clean and safe water, enhance public health, support education and livelihoods, and contribute to the socio-economic development of West Karachuonyo and its surrounding areas.

16/07/2026

16/07/2026

The Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency's commitment to reducing Non-Revenue Water (NRW) was demonstrated today as its top leadership flagged off assorted NRW management equipment to three Water Service Providers within its area of jurisdiction.

The Agency Chairman, Mr. Dan Omino, OGW, CEO Ms. Jackline Kemunto, and members of the Board of Directors presided over the handover of the equipment to Kisumu Water and Sanitation Company (KIWASCO), Kericho Water and Sanitation Company (KEWASCO), and Kisii Water and Sanitation Company (KIWASCO).

KIWASCO received a double-cabin pickup for NRW operations, assorted water quality analysis equipment, advanced leak detection equipment for NRW management, GPS equipment and accessories for field operations, and sludge pumps to improve sanitation services in low-income areas.

KEWASCO received 1,300 consumer water meters with a nominal diameter of 15 and 52 others with a nominak Diameter of 20 to enhance metering accuracy and reduce water losses.

KWASCO received 1,950 water meters with a nominal diameter of 15 and 78 water meters with a nominal diameter of 20 to strengthen its NRW reduction efforts through improved customer metering.

The equipment will enhance the capacity of the three Water Service Providers to detect and address water losses, improve operational efficiency, increase revenue collection, and ultimately ensure reliable and sustainable water service delivery to residents.

15/07/2026

Water Supply Project in Migori County
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‎ The Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency today launched Gokeharaka -Getabwega Water Supply Project in Kuria East Constituency Migori County.
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‎Representing the CEO Ms. Jackline Kemunto during the launch, Eng. Agwanda assured members of the public of the Agency's commitment in providing 100% access to safe, affordable water and sanitation services to Gokeharaka residents and the neighboring communities. He urged them to be their own keepers and take good care of the project to support its sustainability.
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‎The area MP Hon. Kitayama Maisori who presided over the launch, applauded the Agency for the continuous collaborations with relevant stakeholders in supporting the Government agenda in regards to Water and Sanitation provision.

14/07/2026

LVSWWDA donated 2,000 smart water meters together with the necessary connection pipes to NYAWASCO to facilitate household water connections and improve water revenue management.

14/07/2026

The Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWWDA) paid a courtesy call on the Governor of Nyamira County, H.E. Hon. Amos Nyaribo, to discuss key interventions aimed at improving water service delivery across the county.

The Agency delegation, led by CEO Ms. Jackline Kemunto, held discussions with the Governor on strategic initiatives to enhance access to reliable and sustainable water services. Ms. Kemunto reaffirmed the Agency's commitment to supporting growth, stability, and sustainability of Nyamira Water and Sanitation Company Ltd. (NYAWASCO), noting that the utility is still in its formative stages and requires continued institutional support.

The meeting also reviewed the progress of the Nyamira Water and Sanitation Project Last Mile Connectivity, which has now reached 54% completion. Once completed, the project will significantly expand access to clean and safe water for residents across the county.

To improve the sustainability of the project, the Agency highlighted plans to solarize the water supply system, a move aimed at reducing high electricity costs and minimizing disruptions caused by power outages. The solarization initiative is currently at the tendering stage.

As part of its support to NYAWASCO, LVSWWDA also donated 2,000 smart water meters together with the necessary connection pipes to facilitate household water connections and improve water revenue management.

The meeting further explored other priority water projects planned for implementation in Nyamira County as the Agency continues to work closely with the County Government to strengthen water infrastructure and enhance service delivery for residents. Some of the planned projects in Nyamira County include rehabilitation of Nyansiongo Water Supply Project, construction of a sewerage project for Nyamira Municipality, construction of Bunyunyu and Magwagwa Dam among others.

13/07/2026

LVSWWDA DONATES WATER TANKS IN NYAMIRA COUNTY

13/07/2026

The Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWWDA) has donated 10,000-litre rainwater harvesting tanks to 13 schools in Nyamira County as part of its commitment to improving access to safe water in learning institutions.
The tanks were officially handed over by the Agency's CEO, Ms. Jackline Kemunto, during a ceremony hosted by the Nyamira County Woman Representative, Hon. Jerusha Momanyi.
The beneficiary institutions are Kebirichi Secondary School, Kiabonyoru Girls High School, Nyachichi Secondary School, St. Peters Nyakemincha Secondary School, Nyamira Boys Secondary School, Riabore Primary School, Ntana Secondary School, Nyabigege Secondary School, Nyamauro SDA Secondary School, Gucha SDA Secondary School, Kiogutwa Adventist Mixed Secondary School, Nyairicha Special School, and borehole at Nyakongo Boys.
Speaking during the handover, Ms. Kemunto announced that the Agency will further support the initiative by drilling and equipping a borehole at Gucha SDA Secondary School. She also pledged that LVSWWDA will install gutters in all the beneficiary schools to facilitate effective rainwater harvesting and maximize the use of the donated tanks.
The initiative is expected to enhance water security, improve sanitation and hygiene, and provide a conducive learning environment for students across the beneficiary schools