Bupa Global has expanded access to clean water in Kenya by commissioning a new solar-powered borehole in Garashi, Magarini Sub-County. This project will provide safe and reliable water to around 11,000 residents and moves us closer to our goal of reaching 100,000 people with clean water by 2028.
The system includes a four-kilometre pipeline network. It supplies water to six collection points, including Garashi Centre, Kadongoleni, Mwangaza, Kalongoni, and Garashi Primary School.
It also supplies Garashi Health Centre, a key provider of primary healthcare in the area. Clean water will strengthen hygiene and improve infection control at the health facility. Previously, the health centre relied on costly water deliveries.
Bupa Global Kenya CEO Uditha Jayaratne said the project reflects our long-term commitment to community wellbeing. The Garashi borehole builds on three earlier projects in Kilifi County which already serve over 33,000 residents.
We continue to expand our presence in Kenya as a key hub for our Africa operations. We also plan to scale preventative health initiatives through community programmes, supporting more people than ever before.
For more information, please speak to your usual Bupa representative.