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March 7, 2026
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NWHSA urges long-term water harvesting strategies as Nairobi grapples with severe floods

NWHSA urges long-term water harvesting strategies as Nairobi grapples with severe floods

The National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority (NWHSA) has called for a critical shift towards comprehensive water harvesting and storage strategies following severe flooding across Nairobi, which has left key infrastructure paralysed and residential estates submerged...

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Nairobi is facing severe flooding, leaving infrastructure paralyzed and residents displaced. The National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority (NWHSA) is urging a shift to long-term water harvesting strategies to combat the recurring crisis.

  • The floods have caused impassable roads, including Mombasa Road, Kenyatta Avenue, and Thika Road, and submerged homes in estates like South C and Embakasi.
  • NWHSA CEO Eng. Julius Mugun emphasized that current drainage systems are overwhelmed and outdated.
  • The authority advocates for transforming stormwater from a nuisance into a valuable resource through active capture and storage.
  • NWHSA is committed to collaborating on sustainable water works, including reservoirs and mandatory household harvesting, to reduce peak flows and ensure water security.

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