Israel’s Ambassador to Kenya, Michael Lotem, visited the Nzoia Water Treatment Plant today, in a significant move towards enhancing water infrastructure in Trans Nzoia County. Accompanied by Governor George Natembeya, Ambassador Lotem pledged to assist Trans-Nzoia Water and Sewerage Company (Transwasco) by linking the utility to a company specializing in green energy solutions.

The initiative, aimed at reducing electricity costs at the treatment plant, was warmly welcomed by Governor Natembeya, who emphasized the importance of modernizing water infrastructure to support the county’s continued growth. “This pledge is a significant step towards making our water management systems more efficient and sustainable,” said the Governor.

Ambassador Lotem reiterated his commitment to supporting Transwasco, stating, “Israel is known for its advancements in water management and green energy. We are eager to share these technologies with Transwasco to ensure that the company can operate more efficiently while reducing its carbon footprint.”

The event was attended by several key officials, including County Secretary Truphosa Amere, CEC for Water, Environment, Natural Resources & Climate Change Joseph Pepela, Chief Officer Dorothy Nyukuri, Health CEC Sam Ojwang, Transwasco Chairman Chami Simiyu, and Acting Manager Lucy Njeri.

The collaboration between Israel and Transwasco marks an important step toward sustainable development in the region. By integrating green energy into its operations, Transwasco aims to improve service delivery while addressing environmental concerns, positioning itself as a forward-thinking utility provider.

This visit also underscores the growing relationship between Trans Nzoia County and Israel in the field of water management, with further discussions planned to explore additional opportunities for collaboration.