Ruto: Construction of Thwake Dam Phase II to Begin in April 2027 After Sh10.6bn Funding Approval
NAIROBI, Kenya, July 12 – The government will begin construction of the second phase of the Thwake Dam by April next year after securing Sh10.6 billion in financing, President William…..
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Construction of the second phase of Kenya's largest dam, the Thwake Dam, is set to commence by April 2027 following the approval of Sh10.6 billion in funding. President William Ruto announced that the funds will enhance water security, irrigation, and renewable energy generation in the lower eastern region.
- The project secured €64.2 million (Sh 9.49 billion) from the African Development Bank (AfDB), €4.2 million (Sh 620.68 million) from the African Development Fund, and €15 million from the Kenyan government.
- Key stakeholders include President William Ruto and the African Development Bank Group (AfDB).
- Upon completion, the dam aims to supply 150,000 cubic metres of water daily, support 40,000 hectares of farmland for irrigation, and generate 20 megawatts of hydropower.
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Ruto: Construction of Thwake Dam Phase II to Begin in April 2027 After Sh10.6bn Funding Approval - July 2026
Construction of the second phase of Kenya's largest dam, the Thwake Dam, is set to commence by April 2027 following the approval of Sh10.6 billion in funding. President William Ruto announced that the funds will enhance water security, irrigation, and renewable energy generation in the lower eastern region. Additionally, Ethiopia and Kenya have finalized an electric power supply agreement to boost regional energy trade and connectivity. Meanwhile, the Kenyan government will receive 60 percent of any profits exceeding an agreed threshold from the Rironi-Mau Summit toll road under a 30-year concession agreement.
