The National Environment Management Authority has turned its attention on cleaning up the Athi River after a job "well done" on Nairobi River from Ondiri Swamp in Kikuyu to Kirinyaga Road. The Sh82 billion Thwake dam water will be safe for human consumption and irrigation after Athi River is cleaned, Nema director general Mamo Mamo said. “The challenge we have with Athi River is that most industries within Mavoko sub-county are discharging into the river and Kenani treatment plant,” he said. Phase two will involve the installation of a hydropower generation plant while phase three comprises the installation of water supply, sanitation and waste water infrastructure. He said the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company had been directed to work on the broken sewerage system.

Source: The Star October 25, 2020 18:00 UTC