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January 27, 2026
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Govt Reveals List of Counties to Benefit From Six New Mega Dams in 2026

Govt Reveals List of Counties to Benefit From Six New Mega Dams in 2026

The latest update comes hardly a month after President Ruto pledged the construction of 50 dams across the country to boost food production through irrigation...

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The Kenyan government plans to begin construction on six mega dams this year, part of President William Ruto's initiative to build 50 large dams nationwide by 2026. These projects aim to expand irrigation to support food security and protect farmers against climate change.

  • These six dams are expected to support irrigation across approximately two million acres of land.
  • Principal Secretary for Irrigation Ephantus Kimotho emphasized irrigation as a key strategy for climate resilience and sustainable agricultural production.
  • The dam projects will be implemented in counties including Turkana, Baringo, Embu, Isiolo, Kitui, Tharaka Nithi, Tana River, and Kilifi.

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