Northern Kenya residents reject plan to abolish ENNDA, citing threat to water access and livelihoods
Residents in Northern Kenya have opposed a proposed law to abolish regional development authorities, warning it could undermine water access and livelihoods.
In Brief
- •Residents in Northern Kenya have opposed a proposed law to abolish regional development authorities, warning it could undermine water access and livelihoods.
- •The Ewaso Ng’iro Development Authority (ENNDA) has played a critical role in addressing water scarcity and supporting pastoral communities through infrastructure projects.
- •Residents in Burat Ward, Isiolo County, have benefited from a borehole water project, which has improved access to clean water and reduced the burden of long-distance water collection.
- •In Chumvi, a water pan constructed by ENNDA has transformed the landscape, giving residents hope for improved food production and more resilient livelihoods.
- •Engineer Joseph Mulwa argued that concerns over overlapping mandates could be addressed through better coordination and restructuring, rather than abolishing the authority.
Why It Matters
The proposed law to abolish regional development authorities in Northern Kenya could have significant implications for water access and livelihoods, particularly in arid and semi-arid areas. ENNDA has been instrumental in addressing water scarcity and supporting pastoral communities through various infrastructure projects. The opposition from residents highlights the importance of these authorities in ensuring sustainable development and improving the quality of life for local populations.
Key Details
- Established
- 1989
- Beneficiaries in Laikipia North
- 30,000 pastoralists
- Dam Value
- Sh65.5 million
Context & Background
ENNDA was established in 1989 through an Act of Parliament to implement development projects across the Ewaso Ng’iro basin, with Laikipia County among the beneficiaries.
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