Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot

The Department of Water,NR&CC-West Pokot County.
Our vision is to ensure a clean,healthy, safe and sustainably managed water, environment and natural resources.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

The Governor @Johnlonyangapuo assented to West Pokot County #ClimateChange Fund Bill, 2021 last evening. The bill will put in place framework and mechanisms for mobilization and facilitation of the #countygovernment, communities and other stakeholders to respond effectively

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

REPAIR:
Pser Borehole in Mnagei Ward was rehabilitated and is now accessible to the public for use.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

REPAIR:
Kanyarkwat Solar Powered Community Borehole in Riwo word is now functional thanks to the effort of our team of engineers and electrician.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

Locheriamonyang Borehole

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

REPAIR:NORTH POKOT SUB-COUNTY
@MinistryWest repaired a series of boreholes in North Pokot Sub-County. The identified areas slotted for repair and maintenance are the ones that are most affected by water shortage even in the rainy season.

Alale Primary School Borehole

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

Alany Solar Powered Borehole
📸: Lokolile, Nabiliki, Chilaruk

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

@alele482 Noted. Thank you for the feedback.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

REPAIR:
Alale Primary School's solar powered borehole had parts replacement and now functions better with a new pump and motor. The improvement will ensure pupils and the surrounding community have ample water for livestock and the running of daily activities #mondaythoughts

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

Orolwo:
Riamakira Handpump Borehole was fitted with new parts #today in order ror it to #operate better in terms of #clean and #safe #water provision #thursdayvibes

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

The mining officer of the department @MinistryWest paid a visit to sensitize miners in Batei, Sebit-Ortum area:Sebit Cement Factory; Chiromo Fertilizer Limestone Quarry and CJIA Chinese Ballast Quarry yesterday. The sector plays a keyrole in creating a livelihood for the locals.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

REPAIR:
Chemakeu Borehole in Riwo Ward #water @WPCGovernment #H2O

[NEMA Kenya @NemaKenya]

Due to INSATIABLE and UNSUSTAINABLE economic activities, over 300 million hectares of useful land globally could be lost by 2050 according to
@UNCCD

As we commemorate Desertification & Drought Day, humanity must take URGENT ACTION and PROTECT LAND. #UNited4Land @Environment_Ke

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

MINING:
The Natural Resources team conducted a public sensitization meeting to educate the miners on Mining, Environment Management and Water Acts. In attendance were Water Resource Management Authority-Upper Turkwel Office and @NemaKenya-West Pokot @WPCGovernment

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

Meeting for the Validation of County Climate Change Regulation 2020 chaired by Mr. Kennedy Director Environment and Natural Resources. Joined are Partners from ACDI-VOCA USAID, World Vision, KWS, KFS, NDMA and Red-cross. The process was foreseen by the County Attorney Mr. Katina.

[County Government of West Pokot @WPCGovernment]

@WPCGovernment through the Directorate of Cash Crops will distribute 3,200 macadamia seedlings to farmers in Mnagei, Siyoi and Kapenguria Wards.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

We also handed over The Enopogh-Embogh Water Supply Project today at Ptoo Centre. The projects aim at steady supply of water to the residents of the centres which will in turn boost economic empowerment through time and labour saved, and agricultural activities made easier.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

SITE HANDING OVER:
The Pipeline Extension of Toghomo #Water Supply Project was handed over today to the contractor.
The CECM, Charles Lochero and CO @MilkaPsiwa emphasised on the #conservation of the #environment while utilizing land for #agriculture @WPCGovernment

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

Chief Officer Water and Natural Resources Miss Milka welcoming newly appointed CEC Mr. Charles and staff from different departments in the Ministry.

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

Kamanau line repair ongoing, our field team target to ensure water availability

[Water,Natural Resources& Climate Change-West Pokot @MinistryWest]

Make invisible water visible, theme of INTERNATIONAL WORLD WATER DAY

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Chief Officer Ms Milka Chelagat gracing World Water day at Kitalakapel, West Pokot sub-county