A reliable water system is only as strong as the community that manages it. Following the completion of the new St. Joseph Nyabondo Water Project in Kisumu County, Kenya, WEFTA partnered with SAWASHI and the Directorate of Water and Sanitation, County Government of Kisumu, to provide a two-day capacity-building training for the newly established Water User Committee.
The training brought together representatives from the parish, mission hospital, schools, and other beneficiary institutions to strengthen their skills in governance, financial management, operation and maintenance, regulatory compliance, and community engagement. Through practical exercises and hands-on review of the newly constructed water system, participants developed the knowledge needed to manage and sustain this important community asset.
The Nyabondo water system serves St. Joseph Nyabondo Catholic Parish, St. Joseph Nyabondo Mission Hospital, special-needs schools, boarding schools, religious residences, and surrounding community members. Reliable access to safe water will support healthcare, education, sanitation, and improved quality of life for thousands of beneficiaries.
A key outcome of the training was the development of a practical action plan focused on governance, financial sustainability, water quality monitoring, asset management, community outreach, and future service expansion. The Committee also committed to tracking key performance indicators to ensure accountability and reliable service delivery in the years ahead.
This effort reflects WEFTA’s commitment to sustainable WASH solutions that combine infrastructure investment with local capacity building. We extend our gratitude to SAWASHI, the County Government of Kisumu, the leadership of St. Joseph Nyabondo Catholic Parish, and the dedicated Water User Committee members whose leadership will help ensure lasting benefits for the Nyabondo community.
