Ministry of Water, Energy, Environment….Mandera

H.E. President William Ruto, alongside H.E. Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif and CECM Dr. Mohamud Eda, inspected the Banisa Water Supply Project, now 85% complete and set to connect over 1,500 households to clean, reliable water.@WilliamsRuto #ManderaCounty #WaterAccess #Banisa

The Harshilmi Borehole in Dandu Sub-County, drilled by the County Government and equipped by the Kenya Red Cross following a request from the CECM Dr. Mohamud Eda, has an estimated yield of 4–5 m³/h, bringing great relief to the neighbouring communities. The borehole is expected to significantly reduce water trucking pressure while serving nearby centres and supporting livestock within an approximate 30-kilometre radius. This vital project will also support communities affected by the ongoing drought by improving reliable access to safe water. #WaterAccess #DroughtResponse #ManderaCounty #WaterSecurity

This morning, the Department of Water Services successfully drilled the Tarama 4 Borehole and struck a major aquifer at a depth of 170m. Drilling has currently reached 190m, with sustained water flow recorded from 150m — a significant intervention in response to the ongoing drought situation. The Department of Water Services remains committed to strengthening water security and delivering sustainable solutions to support communities affected by climate change and water scarcity. #DroughtResponse #WaterSecurity #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment

Today, our CECM Dr. Mohamud Eda, alongside Madam Sahara Adan Adow (Chief Officer – Environment & Climate Change), Mr. Issack Ali (Director, Climate Change), and Madam Basra Huusein Issack (Director of Environment), led and participated in the Inception Meeting and Technical Consultations on the Gap Analysis for the Climate Change Fund Act 2021, Adaptation Policy, and Environment Management Act. The engagement brought together technical teams and stakeholders to review existing policy frameworks, identify gaps, and strengthen strategies aimed at enhancing climate resilience, environmental sustainability, and effective natural resource management. The Ministry of Water, Energy, Environment, Natural Resources & Climate Change remains committed to advancing sustainable development and climate-responsive governance for the benefit of our communities.@climate_ke #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalSustainability #ManderaCounty #NaturalResources #ClimateChange

The second Andarak Borehole has been successfully equipped!. Drilled on 21st January 2026 with a yield of 8.2 m³/hr, this emergency intervention will provide safe, reliable and adequate water for both domestic and livestock use, helping communities withstand the ongoing drought. The Department of Water Services remains committed to delivering timely and sustainable water solutions across drought-affected areas. #ManderaCounty #WaterSecurity #DroughtResponse

Today, our able CECM, alongside Eng. Yussuf Omar (representing the Director of Water Services), Eng. Abdiwahab (Sub-County Water Officer – Elwak), Mr. Albashir (Executive Director, OSDA) and the OSDA team, officially handed over the Ires Kinto Borehole Project to the Department of Water in Elwak Sub-County. The borehole, drilled by the County Government to a depth of 305 metres, was supported and fully equipped by OSDA following a request from the CECM. It has a strong yield of 15 m³ per hour and is fully solar-powered with 30 panels (620W each), an 11kW solar inverter, and a 7.5kW submersible pump with a 350m head. The system is supported by a 50 m³ masonry tank and two livestock troughs serving cattle, goats, camels and sheep. This investment will provide reliable and sustainable water for neighbouring communities and their livestock, strengthening livelihoods and climate resilience in the region.@OSDAFRIK #ManderaCounty #Elwak #WaterForAll #SustainableWater #ClimateResilience #OSDA

Today, our able CECM Dr. Mohamud Eda led the engagement alongside the ELWASCO CEO and the ELWASCO Board team during a Public Participation forum on licence and tariff adjustment by the Elwak Water & Sewerage Company Limited Board and the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB). The meeting focused on transparency, accountability, and improved water service delivery for our communities.@MohamedAKhalif, @wasreb #ManderaCounty #WaterForAll #PublicParticipation #WASREB

Today, the FLLOCA PIU team visited key County Resilience Investment Grants (CRIGI) in Mandera, including the 1.5km rehabilitated & solarized irrigation canal at BP1 (Mandera Township Ward) and on-farm flood control works at Shantoley, Rhamu Ward. The team conducted environmental audits and supported E&S screening for the proposed irrigation modernization at Shantoley. They commended Mandera County for strong FLLOCA implementation and the real, positive impact on local communities.@@climate_ke #FLLOCA #ManderaCounty #ClimateResilience #WaterSecurity #Irrigation

A FLLOCA PIU team led by Mr. Abraham Borsosio and Ms. Selelah Okoth paid a courtesy call to CECM Dr. Eda and Chief Officer Sahara Adow as they begin a 3-day mission to support the CCU on environmental & social safeguards for Mandera Climate Resilience Investments.@climate_ke

Today, our able CECM Dr. Mohamud Eda held a consultative meeting with World Vision and a delegation from Korea at GaranadaHotel, Mandera, to discuss WASH interventions and the drought situation in Mandera County. @worldvission #ManderaCounty #WASH #DroughtResponse #ClimateAction

The County Government of Mandera through the Department of Water Services has successfully drilled and fully equipped two boreholes in Derkale Town, Banisa Sub-County—bringing reliable water closer to our people. Derkale Borehole 1 is now fully operational with: ✅ Pump house ✅ Fencing ✅ 3 livestock troughs ✅ Ground masonry tank ✅ Piped water to 4 kiosks ✅ Connections to Derkale Primary School, Derkale Mosque & Derkale Health Facility Derkale Borehole 2 is now serving parts of Banisa Town and 14 water-trucking centers in Derkale Ward, easing pressure during this drought period. Community leaders, religious leaders, school and health facility representatives have applauded H.E the Governor and the Department of Water Services for this timely intervention that is transforming lives and livelihoods in Derkale. Water for homes, schools, mosques and health facilities — progress in action. #DerkaleWater #WaterForAll #ManderaCounty #ServiceDelivery #ClimateResilience

The FCDC sector forum for water in collaboration with Millennium water Alliance and RAPID +, convened a stakeholders meeting at Radisson blue Hotel. The meeting was attended by among others,the CEO FCDC prof Idle Farah , Mr Abbas Guled head of NEDI representing HE Governor Mahamud of Marsabit, the CECMs of water and Directors of water. An online policy tracker tool was unveiled that would make it easier for the public and development partners to view progress on matters policy, bills, water acts and regulations across the FCDC Counties. Mandera County was represented by our able CECM Dr M Eda and Director Water Mr Abdikheir

Following earlier assessments that confirmed structural collapse due to subsurface instability and well integrity failure—rendering the old borehole non-functional—this evening the Department of Water Services has successfully drilled a new Andarak Borehole in Lulis Location, Banisa Sub-county, reaching a depth of 130m. This intervention responds to drought conditions and supports both community and livestock water needs. #DroughtResponse #WaterSecurity #LivestockSupport #Banisa #ManderaCounty #ClimateResilience

Today, the Department of Water Services, through our Rapid Technical Team (RTT), successfully repaired Gither Borehole 1, which is now fully operational. This timely intervention supports ongoing drought response efforts and restores access to safe and reliable water for the community. #DroughtResponse #WaterForAll #ServiceDelivery #ManderaCounty #WaterSecurity

This evening, the County Government of Mandera through the Department of Water Services began equipping Tarama Borehole 1 & 2 to address drought challenges in Banisa Sub-County, especially Derkale Ward. This will support ongoing water trucking to 14 centres and improve water access for communities and livestock. #ManderaCounty #WaterSecurity #DroughtResponse#waterservice

Our CECM Dr. Mohamud Eda, today attended the PLACE Programme overview workshop at Garanda Hotel with enumerators drawn from all constituencies. The EU-funded PLACE Programme, implemented by UN-FAO in partnership with NLC, will support digital mapping of water sources, grazing areas, vegetation, wildlife zones and salt-lick sites to strengthen climate-resilient pastoral systems and evidence-based planning in Mandera County. Together, we are building a strong foundation for sustainable natural resource management and long-term community resilience. #ManderaCounty #PLACEProgramme #ClimateAction #NaturalResources #FAO #NLC #ResilientPastoralism