Kenya Water Towers Agency

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Overview

  • Act: Kenya Water Towers Agency Order, 2012, under the State Corporations Act (Cap 446)
  • Formed: 2012
  • CEO: Prof. Julius Gordon Tanui
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The Kenya Water Towers Agency (KWTA) was established under the Kenya Water Towers Agency Order of 2012, aimed at coordinating the protection and sustainable management of the country’s water towers. Its key functions include conserving and rehabilitating these critical ecosystems, promoting community involvement, and conducting research to enhance water security. The agency plays a vital role in safeguarding biodiversity, ensuring sustainable water supply, and mitigating climate change impacts. By working with various stakeholders, KWTA enhances environmental governance, supporting Kenya’s efforts towards sustainable development and the realization of the Big Four National Development Agenda.

CEO: Prof. Julius Gordon Tanui

Prof. Julius Tanui, PhD, has over 20 years of experience in Environmental Geo-information and Sustainable Development. He holds a PhD from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. A specialist in environmental education and GIS, he has published 23 papers, led international projects, and received the Moran of the Burning Spear (MBS) award.

Management Team

Prof. Julius Gordon Tanui

CEO

Molu Wato

Acting Director for Ecosystem Protection, Rehabilitation and Conservation

Richard Krop

Ag. Head of Corporate Services

Board of Governors

Rashid M. Echesa

Chairman

Florence Auma Oluoch

Member

Elisha Busienei

Member

Michael Waititu Maina

Member

Rose Gesare Ombaki

Member

Adan Omar Enow

Member

David Bosuben

Alternate Director to PS Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation

Functions

  • Coordinate the protection and conservation of Kenya’s water towers.
  • Facilitate the rehabilitation and restoration of degraded water towers.
  • Promote sustainable management and utilization of water tower resources.
  • Conduct research and monitoring on water tower ecosystems.
  • Develop policies for water tower conservation.
  • Mobilize resources for water tower management.
  • Enhance community participation in the conservation efforts.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to implement water tower protection strategies.
  • Promote climate change mitigation through ecosystem conservation.
  • Advocate for awareness and education on the importance of water towers.

Important Links

Address & Contacts

  • P.O Box 42903-00100 Nairobi, Kenya
  • 15th Floor, NHIF Building, Ragati Road, Nairobi, Kenya
  • 254(0)202711437
  • info@watertowers.go.ke