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August 20, 2026
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Government steps up irrigation investments to boost food security

Government steps up irrigation investments to boost food security

The Government has underscored the need to rapidly expand irrigation across the country to boost food production and enhance food security as Kenya’s population continues to grow. Speaking during the launch of Ksh 79M rehabilitation of the Ndigiria Water Pan in Bamba, Kilifi Co..

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The Kenyan government is significantly increasing investments in irrigation infrastructure to boost food security and address the needs of a growing population.

  • The Government is stepping up efforts to harvest runoff, harness river water, build/rehabilitate dams and water pans, and tap groundwater.
  • Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe launched the Ksh 79M rehabilitation of the Ndigiria Water Pan in Bamba, Kilifi County.
  • This project aims to restore the water pan's capacity, supporting a 50-acre smallholder irrigation scheme benefiting over 100 farmers directly.

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