PlanningGazette notice
Gazette Notice No. 4796 of 2025
National Environment Management Authority invites public comments on Nyumba Foundation's proposed irrigation scheme in Kilifi County.
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Whole issue, from Kenya Law. This notice starts on printed page 1663.
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What the notice says
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L.R. No. Agricultural Development Corporation (A.D.C)/Galana Ranch/Block 1/1
Link- Parcel
- L.R. No. Agricultural Development Corporation (A.D.C)/Galana Ranch/Block 1/1
- Issuing authority
- National Environment Management Authority
- Proponent
- Nyumba Foundation
- Place
- Kilifi County, Galana River (Water intake source)
- Office
- Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Foresty (Report available for inspection during working hours), Director-General, National Environment Management Authority (Report available for inspection during working hours; recipient of public comments), County Director of Environment, Kilifi County (Report available for inspection during working hours)
- Body
- Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Foresty, County Government (Collection and disposal of litter)
- Comments
- 30 days, as printed
- Comment period start
- from the date of publication of this notice
- Project description
- large-scale irrigation scheme which shall comprise of; water intake structure from Galana River, water conveyance system, water distribution system, water application system, crop fields, electrical energy source, auxiliary and support facilities
- Report url
- www.nema.go.ke
- Comment method
- oral or written comments; Comments can also be e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke
Schedule 10 rows
| Impacts | Proposed Mitigation Measures |
|---|---|
| Soil erosion | • Re-plant the indigenous vegetation. • Limit vegetation clearance unless where unavoidable circumstances appear. • Contain excavated soils so that it will not find their way into nearby water sources. • Re-vegetation of exposed areas around the site should be carried out rapidly to mitigate against erosion of soil through surface water runoff and wind erosion. |
| Land use changes | • Plant native vegetation along the canal banks to stabilize soil and provide habitat for wildlife. • Careful water management to minimize the disruption of natural water flow and prevent excessive water extraction. • Design the off-stream earth dam to minimize the area flooded while still achieving project goals. • Properly design the off-stream earth dam's slopes to prevent erosion and landslides. • Design features to trap sediment before it enters the reservoir. • Release water downstream at regular intervals to mimic natural flow patterns and support aquatic life. • Adjust water releases based on seasonal needs of the ecosystem. • Periodically release large volumes of water to flush sediment from the reservoir. • Plant trees in the watershed to reduce erosion and sediment load. • Involve local communities in planning and decision-making processes to address concerns and ensure equitable benefits. • Provide support for communities adjacent to the dam including job opportunities. |
| Increase in human-wildlife conflict | • Plant different crops together to create a more complex ecosystem that benefits pollinators and other wildlife. • Plant cover crops during off-seasons to maintain soil health and provide wildlife habitat. • Create pathways through farmlands to allow wildlife to move freely between different habitats. • Use fence designs that allow smaller birds and wildlife to pass through safely. • Select native plants that are well-suited to the local environment and provide food and shelter for wildlife. • Use fencing designed to allow small animals to pass. |
| Air pollution | • Dust control measures such as watering the proposed site and use of windbreaks to help reduce particulate emissions. • Clean energy sources for water pumping and irrigation related activities will decrease carbon emissions from fossil fuels. |
| Noise pollution | • Discouraging hooting within public places or reserved places. • Proper servicing of vehicles. • Monitor noise levels at sensitive receptors (residential areas, schools, hospitals). • Use of hearing protective gears e.g. earmuffs and ear plugs by workers working in noisy environments. • Inform the community around the proposed site when construction activities are likely to generate excessive noise in order to minimize disruption to local community. |
| Occupational safety and health | • Ensure that all construction machines and equipment are in good working conditions to prevent occupational hazards during excavation activities and laying of the pipes. • Establish a Health and Safety Plan for civil works areas ensuring the working hours are controlled and that employees are not allowed to extend the working hours beyond an acceptable limit for purposes of gaining extra pay. • Provide adequate manual labor to meet the requirements of the tasks. • Provide workers with gloves, ear gears, sturdy rubber boots and overalls to protect their skin from the effects of cement. • Provide workers training on safety procedures and emergency response such as fire and sewer pipe bursts |
| Public health, occupational health and safety | • Train staff/workers on occupational health and safety. • Ensure use of standard construction materials and to the specifications. Avoid undesirable, substandard, hazardous or unauthorized materials during construction and maintenance. • Sensitize workers on social/health issues such as drugs. |
| Insecurity and social impacts | • Provision of security guards, CCTV cameras, security lights and other security apparatus during the entire project cycle. • Construction work timings shall only in line with the NEMA licensing conditions. |
| Increased Water Usage | • Management of water usage. Avoid unnecessary wastage. • Recycling of water at the construction phase where possible. • Make use of roof catchments to provide water i.e. for general purpose. |
| Increased generation of waste | • A site waste management plan should be prepared by the contractor prior to commencement of construction works. • Proper solid waste receptacles and storage containers should be provided. • Arrangements should be made for the regular collection of litter and for its disposal with the County Government. • Ensure that the solid waste collection, segregation, and disposal system is always functioning properly during the construction phase. • Recycle and re-use wastes where possible such as scraps metal. |
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Cite
Kenya Gazette Notice No. 4796 of 2025, Vol. CXXVII No. 72, 11 April 2025, p. 1663.Permalink funua.com/notices/2025/4796/.
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- Official PDF of Vol. CXXVII No. 72, from Kenya Law
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Filed under: Planning, 2025 · April 2025 · Vol. CXXVII No. 72