Governor Natembeya Demands Regular Water Supply from TRANSWASCO
Governor George Natembeya has urged the Trans Nzoia Water and Sewerage Company (TRANSWASCO) to ensure an uninterrupted water supply for residents.
Speaking today after a meeting with the company’s board and administration, Natembeya emphasized the importance of fulfilling his manifesto promise of consistent water delivery.
“We must deliver on our promise of uninterrupted water supply without delay,” Natembeya stated.
Natembeya also called for an increase in the number of meter readers, noting that the current staff might not manage to read all meters. He advised the company to repair broken pipes and rehabilitate facilities hindering sufficient water supply.
With the completion of the Ksh 1.5 billion Kiptogot water supply project, more residents will be connected to piped water. “Our administration plans to boost the number of people connected to clean piped water,” Natembeya added.
The governor urged TRANSWASCO to follow the law and innovate to reduce operational costs. He emphasized the need for efficient water supply and revenue generation to fund the rehabilitation of water facilities, including installing modern pumps.
Natembeya also stressed the importance of customer bill payments, warning that huge arrears could ground the company’s operations. He challenged the management to involve residents in decision-making, stating, “Public participation is key in the management of the water company.”
TRANSWASCO acting Managing Director Lucy Njeri assured residents of improved services. She cited high running costs due to increased chemical and electricity prices as reasons for the tariff review. “We are committed to ensuring regular water supply across the county,” Njeri said.
Njeri acknowledged that depleted pumps and other infrastructure issues have led to poor water supply. She announced plans to purchase new pumps and repair damaged pipes to reduce water loss and increase access.
The event was attended by the TRANSWASCO board of management and senior staff from the county’s water department, including CEC Pepela Wanjala and Chief Officer Dorothy Nyukuri, who vowed to work with TRANSWASCO to ensure residents access clean piped water.
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