Kisumu has secured a landmark Ksh 10.6 billion investment under the Lake Victoria West Water and Sanitation (LVWATSAN) program, set to revolutionize access to clean water and sanitation in Kisumu City and Maseno. This initiative—executed by KIWASCO and overseen by the City of Kisumu—will deliver water to 25,000 new households and connect 1,700 more to…
The Caucus of City and Municipal Managers Kenya (CCMMK) successfully concluded a pivotal two-day Executive Retreat in Kisumu, marked by renewed commitment to strategic urban governance and institutional sustainability. Speaking in his capacity as Chairperson of CCMMK, Mr.Abala Wanga described the retreat as “a significant step forward in strengthening our collective leadership and aligning our…
Kisumu Secures $750,000 AfDB Grant for Lakefront Feasibility Study Kisumu has advanced to the feasibility stage of its transformative lakefront development project, following successful completion of city profiling and prioritization. The city has secured a $750,000 grant from the African Development Bank’s Urban and Municipal Development Fund (UMDF) to support a comprehensive feasibility study. The…
This week, Mr.Abala Wanga had the opportunity to conduct a site visit to several key projects under the 2024/25 City Development Plan, each playing a vital role in shaping a more resilient and service-oriented Kisumu. Mr. City Manager and the team inspected the newly constructed 3-Phase Generator House and protection works at the City Headquarters,…