Kitui CEC for Water Peter Nkunda, the Kitui County Public service Board Chairperson Florence Makindi and the Kitwasco Board Chairman John Muthui jointly cut the cake during the water company’s 20^th anniversary/Musembi Nzengu.

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Kitui government continues to prioritise access to safe water as a key driver of public health, economic growth and social development, Water executive Peter Nkunda has said.

He reaffirmed the county government’s commitment to enhancing water service delivery across county.

Nkunda noted that, in collaboration with development partners, the county government has supported several water projects through water provision agencies such as Kitui Water and Sanitation Company (Kitwasco).

He spoke during Kitwasco’s 6^th Annual General Meeting at a Kitui hotel on Tuesday. The water service provider was also celebrating 20 years of existence.

“The county government has provided a Sh35 million subsidy to offset electricity bills for Kitwasco,” said the Water executive.

He added that plans are underway to procure two surface pumps for the Masinga Dam water intake in the 2026-27 financial year to boost water production.

The Nkunda reaffirmed that Governor Julius Malombe’s administration remains fully committed to supporting the water firm in delivering its mandate through robust policy, technical and financial support.

Ultimately, he said, most residents of Kitui should access clean, safe and reliable water.

Nkunda also hailed the Kitwasco fraternity, from top management, for their resilience in navigating challenges such as ballooning operational costs, prolonged drought and climate variability.

He urged stakeholders and partners to strengthen collaboration to ensure sustainable water service delivery.

Reflecting on Kitwasco’s 20-year journey, Nkunda noted that the company had achieved a significant milestone despite numerous challenges such as high levels of non-revenue water and the negative impacts of climate change.

He said the water service provider has managed challenges related to rapid population growth, water scarcity and unsustainable infrastructure development.

Kitwasco managing director June Mawia said the company had humble beginnings in 2006 with 20 workers and only 800 active water connections.

The company now has 108 employees and more than 11,300 active water connections, she said.

Kitui County Public Service Board chairperson Florence Makindi attributed the company’s impressive progress to the management’s dedication and visionary leadership.

She noted that the workforce has remained committed to duty, complemented by strong governance from the directors and sustained support from key stakeholders.