The Uasin Gishu Water and Sanitation Company (URWASCO) is set to hold public participation forums across the county from November 4 to 6, 2026. The exercise aims to inform residents about the company’s operations and proposed management arrangement of community water projects. Residents will have the opportunity to air their views and concerns. Preparations for the forums were reviewed during a coordination meeting in Eldoret City attended by ward and sub-county administrators.
The meeting, chaired by URWASCO Managing Director Caroline Ngerechi, was attended by Director of Public Participation David Barno and other company staff. Ngerechi emphasized that the proposed takeover is not a top-down decision, but rather an initiative to create space for genuine dialogue. She stated that community voices will shape the way forward. The forums will enable residents to understand URWASCO's operations and the implications of bringing community water projects under its management.
Barno highlighted the importance of structured engagement, stating that public participation is not a formality, but the foundation of transparent decision-making. The forums will allow residents to raise questions, share experiences, and contribute ideas that will inform the proposed transition. Officials said the sessions will help residents better understand URWASCO's mandate and its role in water service provision across Uasin Gishu County.
The company aims to strengthen its relationship with communities and promote greater awareness of its role in water service provision. The forums are expected to foster openness and ensure that any future arrangements reflect the interests and concerns of the people who depend on these water projects. URWASCO seeks to inform residents about its operations and proposed management arrangement of community water projects.
The proposed takeover of community water projects has sparked interest among residents, who are eager to understand the implications of the move. URWASCO's Managing Director, Caroline Ngerechi, has assured residents that their voices will be heard and considered in the decision-making process. The public forums will provide a platform for residents to engage with URWASCO officials and provide feedback on the proposed takeover.
The Uasin Gishu County government has expressed support for the public forums, which are expected to promote transparency and accountability in the management of water projects. The forums will also provide an opportunity for residents to learn more about URWASCO's operations and how they will be affected by the proposed takeover. Residents have been urged to attend the forums and provide their input on the proposed management arrangement.
The public forums will be held in various locations across Uasin Gishu County, providing residents with an opportunity to engage with URWASCO officials and provide feedback on the proposed takeover. The company is committed to ensuring that the voices of residents are heard and considered in the decision-making process.
Key points
- URWASCO will hold public forums from November 4 to 6, 2026, to discuss the proposed takeover of community water projects in Uasin Gishu County.
- The forums aim to inform residents about URWASCO's operations and proposed management arrangement, while providing a platform for residents to air their views and concerns.
- The proposed takeover is not a top-down decision, but rather an initiative to create space for genuine dialogue and community engagement.
