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Economics and truth in Murang’a’s water

The main rivers that drain into the dam from Kimakia and Gatare natural forests (part of the Aberdare Ranges) are Thika, Githika and Kayuyu, according to the Athi Water website. Athi Water owns the dam, which is operated by the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company.PHOTO: STANDARD

The building of a tunnel to divert water from three rivers – Gikigie, Mathioya and Irati – to Ndakaini Dam, which is in Thika River, has rattled lots of politicians.

The main rivers that drain into the dam from Kimakia and Gatare natural forests (part of the Aberdare Ranges) are Thika, Githika and Kayuyu, according to the Athi Water website. Athi Water owns the dam, which is operated by the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company.

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