Water supply for Nakuru city, improved sanitation, support for urban growth
Itare Dam
Proposed dam in Kericho County to supply water to Nakuru town, stalled due to procurement and financing issues.
AnnouncedJanuary 1, 2017
Financials
Offering PriceKsh 28,000,000,000KES
Timeline
Project Announced
Itare Dam announced as a key water supply project for Nakuru
Project Stalled
Project stalled due to contractor issues and procurement controversies
Contractors
CMC di Ravenna / Itinera S.p.A.
Initially Contracted (Terminated)Same Italian consortium as Arror/Kimwarer; contract terminated due to performance issues
Politicians Involved
Henry Rotich
Cabinet Secretary for the National TreasuryOversaw financing arrangements for the dam project
Benefits
Description
The Itare Dam was planned to be constructed on the Itare River in Kericho County to supply treated water to Nakuru town and surrounding areas. The project has been stalled due to procurement controversies, financing challenges, and disputes with the initial contractor. It was intended to address severe water shortages in Nakuru, one of Kenya's fastest-growing cities.
Overview
Critical water supply project for Nakuru city, which faces chronic water shortages despite its rapid urbanization and designation as a city.