Nairobi Water says emergency pipeline repairs will interrupt supplies across several neighbourhoods until October 29.
A Nairobi water shutdown will interrupt supplies to several estates, hospitals and institutions from October 26 until October 29 at 11.59pm. Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) announced the interruption to allow emergency repairs on a major pipeline.
The company said the Athi Water Works Development Agency will shut down the NCT-Kigoro-Gigiri-Kabete pipeline for the work. Affected areas include Westlands, Parklands, Lavington, Kilimani, Kileleshwa, Lang’ata, Karen, Nairobi West and Upper Hill.
Nairobi water shutdown to affect major hospitals
In Upper Hill, the interruption will affect Kenyatta National Hospital and Nairobi Hospital, the company said. The notice also lists Riverside, Ngong Road, Kibera, Jamhuri, Woodley, Adams Arcade and parts of Mbagathi Road.
Within Lang’ata, affected neighbourhoods include Uhuru Gardens, Southlands, Civil Servants Estate, Moi Lang’ata Barracks, Sunvalley and Royal Park. In addition, the interruption will extend to Nairobi West, Madaraka, Siwaka, Wilson Airport and surrounding estates.
The shutdown will therefore reach homes, businesses and institutions across several parts of the capital. Customers in the listed neighbourhoods face supply interruptions throughout the repair period.
Westlands, Parklands and diplomatic offices listed
In the western and northern parts of Nairobi, the notice identifies the following areas:
- Westlands, Brookside, Lantana Road and General Mathenge Road.
- Peponi Road, Lower Kabete Lane, Parklands and Highridge.
- Limuru Road, Chiromo Lane and Waiyaki Way.
- Parts of Ngara, Park Road, City Park, Forest Road, Kipande Road and Desai Road.
The company also named the United Nations Environment Programme, the US Embassy and surrounding areas among those affected.
Other locations include Kihingo Estate, Magnolia, Kinanda Valley, Lower Raphta Road and Upper Lantana Road. Parts of James Gichuru Road will also experience interruptions.
Customers urged to conserve available water
Meanwhile, Nairobi Water urged customers to use their available water sparingly while repairs continue. Managing director Martin Nang’ole signed the public notice, which explained the need for emergency work.
The company also apologised for the inconvenience and asked customers for patience during the shutdown. It said it would restore supply after completion of the repairs.
