A major milestone in safeguarding water resources and strengthening climate resilience in Kenya was achieved today with the official launch of the ARCA Project (Enhancing Community Resilience and Water Security in the Upper Athi River Catchment Area).
The ceremony, held at Emara Ole Sereni Hotel in Nairobi, was presided over by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. The four-year initiative, funded by the Green Climate Fund and jointly implemented by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Water Resources Authority (WRA), and Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD), will enhance climate resilience and protect critical water resources across Machakos, Kiambu, Nairobi, and Nyandarua counties.
Machakos County Governor Wavinya Ndeti was represented by CECM for Water, Hon. Onesmus Kuyu, and Chief Officer for Water and Climate Change, Mr. Benedict Ngumbau, underscoring the County Government’s steadfast commitment to sustainable water management, climate-resilient development, and the well-being of local communities dependent on the Upper Athi River.
The project aims to strengthen community capacity, improve water storage and distribution, and promote climate-smart practices—ensuring that water resources remain secure and resilient for present and future generations.
