The joint initiative is guided by three key objectives. First, to identify, assess, and implement water treatment and rehabilitation projects across Nairobi and the nation, with a focus on underserved and at-risk communities. Second, to collaborate on the design, engineering, installation, and commissioning of modern and robust water treatment plants capable of addressing a wide range of contaminants. And third, to integrate Jenkins Asia’s advanced technological expertise and international sourcing capabilities with KEWI’s deep local knowledge and experience in infrastructure development and capacity building. The project’s implementation began with Phase One: The Feasibility Study, which aims to gather crucial data on the river’s current water quality. On November 4th, a multidisciplinary team led by KEWI’s Deputy Director of Research, Consultancy and Technical Services successfully conducted an extensive water quality sampling exercise along key points of the Nairobi River, including the densely populated area of Kibera. This challenging task demonstrated KEWI’s strong institutional coordination, bringing together professionals from the Water Quality Laboratory, the Research Consultancy team, and the Academic Affairs Directorate. The collected samples are now undergoing detailed laboratory analysis at KEWI facilities. The results will provide an accurate scientific foundation for Phase Two: The Engineering and Design Stage, during which experts will determine the most effective and sustainable treatment technologies for the contaminants identified in the river. This phase will be critical in shaping the technical blueprint for the installation of treatment systems tailored to the unique environmental and social dynamics of the Nairobi River Basin. The successful completion of the water quality sampling marks an important milestone and reflects t he strong commitment and readiness of both KEWI and Jenkins Asia Limited to move the project forward efficiently. It underscores the importance of collaboration in addressing complex urban water challenges that have long affected Nairobi and its surrounding communities. As the project progresses, attention will shift toward Infrastructure Development, where tangible changes—such as the construction of treatment facilities and rehabilitation of polluted sections—will begin to take shape. KEWI and its partners are optimistic that the Nairobi River Water Treatment Project will not only improve public health outcomes but also set a national benchmark for sustainable water resource management and international cooperation in environmental restoration. Further updates on the feasibility outcomes and next project phases will be shared in upcoming KEWI newsletters as Kenya continues its journey toward cleaner rivers and healthier communities.