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- 1. Water Shortage Water Shortage in Nairobi suburbs
- 2. Table of contents • Desired outcome • Introduction • Why I would like to solve this problem • The current situation • The challenges • Effects of water shortage • Infrastructure upgrades and repair • Public sensitization • Rainwater harvesting • Water and sanitation loans 01 04 02 03 The Problem The Motive The Solutions The Impact
- 3. The Problem 01 Severe water shortage in Nairobi Suburbs
- 4. Introduction 60% of residents of Nairobi City do not have access to a reliable source of clean water. Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, is facing a severe water shortage. Population growth, climate change, and poor management of water resources have further enhanced the water crisis in Nairobi. These challenges are evident in slums and suburbs where piped infrastructure is non-existent or non-operational.
- 5. The Motive 02 How this problem affects me and my community
- 6. The issue of water shortage is widespread across all regions of Nairobi. As a resident of Nairobi, I have also experienced the inconvenience of dry taps and grappled with illnesses associated with contaminated water. My experiences motivate me to explore solutions that potentially solve this problem for me and my community.
- 7. The Current Situation ● Nairobi's population has been rapidly increasing, surpassing the available water supply. ● Water rationing is a common practice, with many areas experiencing extended periods without access to water.
- 8. The Challanges Poor Water Supply Infrastructure Infrastucture Rapid population growth in urban areas Urbanization Climate Change Climate The rise of water cartels Crime
- 9. Poor Infrastructure ● Aging water supply infrastructure results in leakages and water loss. ● Vandalism and illegal connections of water supply pipes are also common in the suburbs. ● More storage capacity is needed to improve efficient water management.
- 10. Rapid Urbanization ● Population growth strains the existing water resources. ● Informal settlements need proper water and sanitation systems.
- 11. Climate Change ● Erratic rainfall patterns lead to unpredictable water availability. ● Droughts and floods further disrupt the water supply.
- 12. Crime The severe water shortage has created the perfect breeding ground for the infamous Nairobi water cartels that have been making billions from city dwellers by selling water at inflated prices.
- 13. Effects of Water Shortage ● Health risks due to lack of clean water and sanitation facilities. ● Limited access to water affects agriculture, leading to food insecurity. ● Economic impact on industries and businesses reliant on water.
- 14. The Solution 03 Practical and proven solutions that can effect change
- 15. 1. Infrastructure Repair ● Repair and modernize water supply infrastructure to reduce leakages and losses. ● Establish a community toll-free hotline to report water leakages and have a team that is available to fix such leakages when they occur
- 16. 2. Public sensitization ● Encourage the installation of water storage tanks in homes and public buildings. ● Promote the use of rainwater harvesting systems at individual and community levels.
- 17. Water Storage
- 19. 3. Water storage and …Sanitation Loans By providing loans, we can empower people to buy storage tanks, install rain harvesting infrastructure such as gutter, and install taps and toilets.
- 20. The Impact 04 A Cleaner and healthier lifestyle for the people of Nairobi
- 21. Expected Outcomes ● Cleaner and healthier homesteads ● A reduction in cases attributed to contaminated water ● Businesses can offer services and products more efficiently ● A better quality of life for residents of Nairobi
- 22. Thanks ! Presentation by Evanson Kahenya Credits: News Sources : • IFRC • Business Daily Africa • World Health Organization Photos: • Shutter Stock • Unsplash • Pexels • Freepik • Pngtree linkedin.com/in/evan-webdev/
Editor's Notes
- The water crisis in Nairobi is a multifaceted problem with no single solution. This presentation whoever aims to present actionable solutions which can be adopted by members of my community to ease this crisis.
- Climate change factors such as Insufficient rainfall and prolonged droughts exacerbate the scarcity. According to Business Daily, a local Newspaper, the water demand in Nairobi is at 850,000 cubic meters per day while the supply is 525,000 cubic meters, leaving a deficit of 325,000 cubic meters per day.
- The water crisis in Nairobi is a multifaceted problem no single solution. This presentation whoever aims to present actionable solutions which can be adopted by members of my community to ease this crisis. The Picture to the right is that of Kibra slums. 270,000 people live in an area of 2.38 km2
- According to a January 2018 investigation, 40 percent of water cartels in Nairobi do not own any borehole but divert the city pipes to fill their tankers and sell water at their own price.
- Increased cases of diseases associated with contaminated water and poor sanitation have been reported. By the end of March 2023, the Ministry of Health confirmed at least 7,800 cholera cases and 122 deaths across the country. 1,196 of those patients were from Nairobi county.
- A photo of small scale and medium scale water storage
- Installing gutters for rain water harvesting
- People in need already pay high prices for water. It is 5x more expensive to buy water from a vendor compared to accessing from sources such as boreholes and city pipes. The truth is that many of these families can get a water or sanitation solution in their home for a fraction of their annual water costs.
- Access to safe water is essential to all families around the world not just here in Kenya. By providing solutions for a reliable water supply, the community can live a happier healthier life.