Katheka Kai Community Water Pan Machakos County

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we are building a future

Water is life—and in Katheka Kai, Machakos County, we’re ensuring that life flows abundantly. The Katheka Kai Community Water Pan, with an impressive 65,000m³ capacity, is changing the game for 5,000 households, providing access to clean water for drinking, irrigation, and livestock farming.This transformative project is made possible through a powerful partnership between the Government of Kenya’s (GOK) infrastructure program and Skyvast Green Initiative’s (SGI Inc.) social investment initiative.But this is not just about storing water—it’s about securing the future. The ongoing tree planting and irrigation development efforts will restore ecosystems, boost agricultural productivity, and empower communities to thrive in ways they never imagined possible.
  • Located in

    Katheka Kai Community Water Pan – Machakos County, Kenya

  • Water capacity

    65,000m³

  • Sponsored by

    Government of Kenya’s (GOK) infrastructure program and Skyvast Green Initiative’s (SGI Inc.) social investment initiative.

Thriving in ways they never imagined possible

With every drop stored, we are bringing stability to households, ensuring that clean water is accessible without long, exhausting treks. With every tree planted, we are restoring the land, preventing desertification, and promoting biodiversity. And with every field irrigated, we are turning arid lands into productive farms, boosting food security, and strengthening local economies.

Project Benefits

Clean, Sustainable Water Supply

  • Eliminates long walks for water collection, allowing families to focus on education and work.
  • Reduces reliance on seasonal rain, ensuring year-round access to water.
  • Improves community hygiene and health, reducing the spread of waterborne diseases.

Irrigation & Food Security

  • Enables farmers to cultivate their land throughout the year, increasing food production.
  • Supports small-scale agribusinesses, allowing families to generate income from surplus crops.
  • Encourages the growth of nutritious fruits and vegetables, improving community health and well-being.
 

Livestock Development

  • Provides consistent water access for livestock, preventing drought-related losses.
  • Strengthens the local economy, as livestock owners can expand and improve their herds.
  • Enhances pasture growth, supporting sustainable animal husbandry.

Tree Planting & Ecosystem Restoration

  • Thousands of trees will be planted, improving air quality, soil fertility, and biodiversity.
  • Supports carbon sequestration, contributing to the fight against climate change.
  • Reduces soil erosion, ensuring long-term sustainability for farmers and livestock keepers.

Wildlife Conservation & Sustainability

  • Prevents human-wildlife conflicts by providing a sustainable water source for both communities and surrounding wildlife.
  • Helps restore natural habitats, ensuring a balanced ecosystem.

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