Watersheds critical to Nairobi’s water security are set for restoration following a USD1.65 million investment in Kenya by the Coca-Cola system.
The project will focus on the Upper-Tana and Mid-Galana basins, strengthening agroforestry systems to support Nairobi’s water reservoirs and enhance rainwater harvesting in recharge areas that feed Mzima Springs. In partnership with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and local community organisations, the initiative will restore riparian zones with thousands of indigenous trees, improve water quality, and rehabilitate degraded farmlands through sustainable land management.
Hundreds of farm ponds and fruit orchards will also be established to boost food security and provide alternative livelihoods.
The programme is part of the Coca-Cola system’s Africa Water Stewardship Initiative, a USD25 million drive to address water challenges across 20 African countries by 2030, led by the Global Water Challenge with partners including TNC, IUCN and WWF.
“As we face increasing water insecurity worldwide, Coca-Cola is working to accelerate efforts to address water stress, protect local water resources, and build climate resilience,” said Alfred Olajide, Vice President, Franchise Operations, East and Central Africa at Coca-Cola Central, East and West Africa Limited.
Coca-Cola Beverages Kenya General Manager James Bowmaker noted the company’s responsibility to support communities facing scarcity, while TNC Kenya Country Director Ruth Masha highlighted the role of local grassroots partners in delivering sustainable outcomes.
