Ukambani region rallies behind Sh100bn Twake Dam project
NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 13 – Communities in Makueni and Kitui counties have called on politicians and other individuals opposed to the construction of the Thwake Multipurpose Dam to stop what…
Communities in Makueni and Kitui counties have rallied behind the construction of the Sh100bn Thwake Multipurpose Dam, urging politicians and others to stop attempts to derail the project. The dam, which has faced delays and controversy, holds the potential to unlock the agricultural and economic potential of Kenya's Lower Eastern region.
Despite some households raising compensation claims over alleged damage from construction-related blasting, most residents defend the project, insisting that affected households were assessed and compensated. The dam is now 94.2% complete, with water impoundment expected to begin in April 2027.
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