Sh24m water project to ease water scarcity in Angurai East by April

Kolanya Boys High School among institutions set to benefit from Sh24m Angurai East water project. [File,Standard] Residents of Angurai East Ward in Teso North Sub-County, Busia County, are set to benefit from a Sh24 million water project aimed at addressing longstanding water shortages. The county government's initiative is in its final stages and involves constructing two water tanks to supply over 2,000 households, including Kolanya Girls National School and Kolanya Boys High School. The tanks, located at Kolanya and Oshoromo Hills, have capacities of 50,000 litres and 100,000 litres, respectively. David Parapara, a Member of the County Assembly for Angurai East, said the project would ease the burden on residents who have struggled with water shortages. "These water storage facilities will significantly reduce the burden on residents who have long suffered from water shortages," he said. He confirmed that piping had been completed in six sub-locations, with the water supply set for official launch by April. "This Sh24 million water project is at its final stage, and already piping has been done in six sub-locations, and by April we will launch the supply officially," noted Parapara. Parapara explained that the project would benefit villages such as Kolanya, Changara, and Chemasiri, which have faced water scarcity for years. "The newly established water sources will ensure that families no longer need to walk for hours to fetch water, a task that has historically placed a heavy burden on the community. Water is life, and this project is a game changer for our people," he added. Janet Wanyama, a resident of Changara, described the project as a lifesaver, noting its potential to improve small-scale agricultural activities. "We have suffered for far too long, from perennial water shortages to trekking long distances to fetch water. But now we are happy that this project is going to solve our problems," she said. "With access to reliable water, we will be able to engage in farming more efficiently, which could improve food security and boost local economic development." The water project aligns with broader county and national government efforts to improve access to clean water in rural areas. Changara Division has faced challenges in accessing water due to its rocky terrain, making drilling costly and difficult.

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