Overview
Kenya faces significant water scarcity challenges, both in absolute terms and relative to its population. Addressing this water scarcity issue is crucial for Mombasa's sustainable growth and the well-being of its residents.
The Multi-Purpose Dam project, located in Mwache, West of Mombasa finances domestic water supply to Mombasa, and a proposed irrigation component in Kwale county, covering a command area of 2,000 ha adjacent to the dam. The project will contribute to key EU objectives and priorities under the Global Gateway and in Climate Change Adaptation.
Key components include:
- a 136 million cubic meter multipurpose dam with upper and lower check dams
- a 186,000 cubic meter per day Water Treatment Plant
- a Raw Water Pumping System
- three Transmission Mains spanning 62 kilometres with terminal reservoirs
The water distribution systems in four zones of Mombasa city Island, South Mainland, North Mainland, and West Mainland will also be upgraded.
