Nairobi Water Shutdown: 26 Hours Without Water
Large parts of Nairobi to be affected, including key institutions like Kenyatta National Hospital and the University of Nairobi, as emergency repairs are undertaken on the Sasumua-Kabete pipeline
A 26-hour shutdown of the Sasumua Water Treatment Plant has been announced by Nairobi Water, affecting large parts of Nairobi. The shutdown will begin at 6am on Friday and continue until 8am on Saturday, September 12.
The affected areas include Westlands, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Kilimani, Hurlingham, Upper Hill, Dagoretti, Kawangware, Waithaka, Uthiru, Mutuini, Gatina, Jamhuri and Kibera. Key institutions and facilities such as the University of Nairobi Main Campus, Kenyatta National Hospital, KEMRI, Coptic Hospital, Daystar University, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the Standard Gauge Railway and the United Nations Environment Programme will also be impacted.
Nairobi Water has urged customers to store adequate water in advance and use available supplies sparingly throughout the repair period. The shutdown is due to emergency repairs along the Sasumua-Kabete pipeline, which supplies treated water to parts of the capital.
## Why it matters The shutdown will have significant implications for residents and institutions in the affected areas, highlighting the importance of a reliable water supply. Nairobi Water has apologized for the inconvenience and appealed to residents to cooperate as the repairs are undertaken. The company's efforts to restore water supply as soon as possible will be crucial in minimizing the disruption caused by the shutdown.
The shutdown serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by Nairobi's water infrastructure and the need for regular maintenance and repairs to ensure a consistent supply of water to the city's residents. As the city's population continues to grow, the demand for water will only increase, making it essential for Nairobi Water to invest in upgrading and maintaining its infrastructure.
