Athi Water ranked second in parastatal performance

Athi Water CEO Eng Joseph Kamau

 Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) has been ranked second in the recent Kenya Trak Research Survey on parastatal performance, with a 72.8 per cent approval rating.

The National Irrigation Authority emerged top. 

This highlights the agency’s commitment to accountability, good governance, and the development of sustainable infrastructure projects across the country.

The survey that was conducted between July 14 and August 31 this year, had a total of 10,801 respondents with 73.2 per cent of the respondents expressing unwavering confidence in the operations of the agency.

Athi Water Works Development Agency is a key player in Kenya’s water and sanitation sectors and has been at the forefront of delivering transformative projects including multi-billion bulk water supply projects like the Northern Collector Tunnel and Karimenu II Dam and other initiatives focused on enhancing last-mile connectivity.

Speaking about service delivery, C.E.O, Engineer Joseph Kamau stressed that the agency remains dedicated to driving progress in the water and sanitation sectors with the mandate of ensuring water security for Nairobi and surrounding areas.

“We remain committed to the resolve to building sustainable infrastructure that improves the quality of life for millions, safeguards the environment, and contributes to the country’s socio-economic growth,” Kamau said.

“As a government agency committed to service delivery for the people, we are aiming to increase water coverage for Nairobi residents from the current 76 to 85 per cent by 2027,” Kamau said.

by VICTOR AMADALA