He claims that there is a ploy to deny Elgeyo Marakwet County twin dam projects. He stated that compensation for locals, who were to be displaced, was the only reason the projects had not started. Is it a plan to ensure that the financier pulls out of this important project?” Murkomen questioned. They are: Karimenu II Dam Water Supply Project, Itare Dam Water Supply Project, Twake Multipurpose Dam Water Project, Northern Collector Tunnel Project, Kigoro Water Treatment Works, Kenya Towns Sustainable Water and Sanitation Program and Bosto Dam Water Supply project. While dismissing claims of loss of funds, Murkomen asserted that all Engineering, Procurement and Construction plus Financing (EPC + F) projects are protected by bank or insurance guarantees.
Source: Standard Digital February 28, 2019 19:07 UTC