About 70 households from Nyakach and Homabay counties were the beneficiaries of water tanks donated by the KenGen Employee Giver Initiative as part of KenGen Foundation’s Corporate Social Investment from 22 – 24 December 2020.

KenGen’s Western Region Manager Eng. Alfred Abiero kicked off the exercise by handing over the timely Christmas gifts to the first five households. The 1,000-liter tanks will go a long way in assisting the families with water storage and minimizing the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Speaking during the exercise, Eng. Abiero, a passionate Giver himself, thanked the Givers and encouraged them to make the activity an annual event. “I want to appreciate this exercise that will really improve the lives of the community especially this time of the year. I urge you to make this an annual event”, said Abiero calling upon the initiative members to continue in charitable activities in their own capacity.

The donation is a part of the KenGen PLC’s objective in addressing water and sanitation challenges faced by communities neighboring its power stations. KenGen Foundation complements the company’s efforts in contributing to the general health and welfare of targeted communities through the distribution of water tanks and water harvesting equipment.

While receiving the tanks, the beneficiaries appreciated the donations and the positive impacts anticipated especially during the dry season.  According to the residents, the donation came at a time when community needed them the most.

The devastating effects of the corona virus pandemic cannot be understated. Access to clean water is one of the most effective prevention measures curbing the spread and lowering the rates of infection. While washing hands with soap and keeping a safe physical distance are some of the most practical ways to combat the spread of COVID-19, these are not so simple tasks to do for Kenya’s most vulnerable population. 

The KenGen Employee Giver Initiative is a platform for KenGen PLC staff to participate and contribute in the company’s corporate social responsibility activities.

The water tanks donation activity is part of the global #GivingTuesday movement that encourages corporates and individuals to participate in charitable activities during the festive season.