• Social media reactions have been mixed, with many users questioning the sustainability of the project.

Kenyans are voicing their concerns following President William Ruto's recent three-day visit to Nyanza, during which he launched several development projects, including the  Oyugis Water Supply and Sanitation Project in Homa Bay County.

While local leaders hailed the initiative as a significant step towards providing clean water to residents, many netizens expressed skepticism regarding its long-term viability.

Governor Gladys Wanga of Homa Bay took to her X account to celebrate the launch, stating, "The Oyugis Water Supply and Sanitation Project, launched this morning by His Excellency President @WilliamsRuto, will be a source of clean and safe water to over 11,000 households in Oyugis, Ringa, Kosele, and surrounding areas."

She emphasized that this project marks the end of a decade-long wait for residents in Rachuonyo South and East to gain access to water in their homes.

However, social media reactions have been mixed, with many users questioning the sustainability of the project.

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Others have suggested that Morara Kebaso, the lawyer and activist known for scrutinizing government projects, should be invited to inspect the Oyugis Water Supply and Sanitation Project to ensure its credibility.

Kebaso has gained popularity for his relentless examination of stalled initiatives, touring various counties to assess the true status of numerous projects recently launched by the President, including those initiated during Ruto's tenure as Deputy President.

Comments ranged from:

@_phelo24

It'll just take 3 weeks before it stops supplying water to those areas!


@1ronaldskyler

@MoraraKebasoSnr a job is calling you.


@Padamsky22

Good job but tutatuma Morara for quality control.


@buffalodash

Great job 🇰🇪🇰🇪👍.


@LucasMa72459396

We know how it starts and how it ends.


@FredOloo

Story za jaba.

During his visit, which commenced on August 28, 2024, President Ruto also inspected the Homa Bay fish market and launched the Rusinga Ring Road. He noted the growing demand for a reliable water supply in Homa Bay, stating that the region requires over 120 million liters of water daily to meet its needs.

The tour began in Migori County, where several projects were launched, followed by a visit to Kisumu County. Despite the government's efforts to promote development, the public's reaction indicates a significant level of skepticism about the effectiveness and longevity of these initiatives.