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The County Government of Siaya has launched an ambitious KSh 17.6 million clean cooking and waste management project at Mbaga Mission Complex, marking a significant milestone in locally driven climate action under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) Programme.
The initiative, spearheaded by the Department of Water, Irrigation, Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, aims to revolutionize energy use, sanitation, and water management at Bishop Okoth Mbaga Girls’ Secondary School and surrounding facilities.
During a project inception meeting held at the institution, stakeholders were briefed on the scope of works by contractor Jeypad Developers Limited, with implementation expected to be completed within four months.
Dubbed Clean and Sustainable Energy Supply for Institutional Clean Cooking at Mbaga Mission Complex, the project integrates cutting-edge environmental solutions designed to enhance climate resilience and resource efficiency.
At the heart of the project is a biogas digester system that will convert biodegradable waste into clean cooking gas, significantly reducing reliance on firewood and fossil fuels. The system will also generate organic fertilizer from processed waste, supporting sustainable agriculture.
In a bold step toward improved sanitation, an Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) will be constructed to treat wastewater from toilet facilities. The system will efficiently separate and break down waste, treating both grey and black water through natural biological processes.
The project also features a wastewater recycling system that will filter and purify used water before storing it in a 50,000-litre tank for reuse in irrigation and toilet flushing—dramatically cutting water consumption.
Additional upgrades include the separation of grey and black water systems, construction of a modern laundry facility, installation of a 25,000-litre elevated water storage tower, rehabilitation of existing sanitation infrastructure, and erection of project signage.
Stakeholders at the meeting proposed further enhancements, including the integration of audio-visual systems to boost inclusivity, exploration of using excess biogas for street lighting, and drilling of a borehole to strengthen water security.
The session brought together key local leaders, including North Alego Ward Administrator Grace Obonyo and Principal Joyce Omondi, alongside community members, environmental experts, and county officials. Members of the Ward Climate Change Planning Committee were also elected to oversee project implementation and ensure community participation.
Once complete, the FLLoCA-funded project is expected to serve as a benchmark for integrated clean energy and waste management solutions, positioning Siaya County at the forefront of sustainable development, environmental conservation, and climate resilience in Kenya.
By Brenda Holo
