Nura Kemis 
Britam Foundation, in partnership with Davis & Shirtliff, launched a solar-powered borehole rehabilitation project at Oloolua Primary School in Kajiado County.
This project is part of the Lea Salama Initiative, aimed at enhancing holistic well-being and early childhood education through sustainable solutions.
Oloolua Primary, one of Kenya’s largest primary schools with 3,200 students, had faced severe water shortages after their borehole broke down. Water was sourced through community contributions, which could not meet the growing needs of the school.
By installing a solar-powered pumping system, the school and community now has access to a sustainable, reliable, and affordable water supply.
This project not only tackles waterborne diseases, improving student health and attendance, but also enhances the overall learning environment by allowing students to focus more on their education.
The use of solar energy ensures long-term sustainability, helping the school manage its resources while fostering eco-friendly practices.
The integration of solar power in this project underpins the holistic development of the children, promoting a balance between their physical well-being and academic growth, contributing to a thriving community.
Davis & Shirtliff, a leading water and energy solutions provider, has been partnering with various Governments and Private entities to stream line their operations country wide In November last year (2023),Davis & Shirtliffenterd into pact with National Steering Committee on Drought Response (NSCODR) to implement a project aimed at drilling 100 boreholes in 32 devolved units across Kenya.
The primary objective of this project is to directly benefit 2 million Kenyans residing in drought-stricken areas throughout the country.
In alignment with this, Davis & Shirtliff and NSCODR have devised comprehensive plans to enhance community resilience, focusing on livelihoods that enable communities to pool resources for the maintenance of these boreholes.
“This strategic partnership signifies a dedicated endeavor to craft and execute a Sustainable Resilience Program, focused on fortifying water infrastructure facilities.
Our collective mission is to proactively alleviate the repercussions of drought, thereby safeguarding the nation from its pervasive impact and effects,” said Mr George Mbugua, Davis & Shirtliff Group CEO.
As part of this partnership, Davis & Shirtliff will supply high-quality spare parts and accessories, accompanied by a warranty on the equipment to be procured and installed at identified borehole sites by contracted drillers and equippers.
Davis & Shirtliff has actively participated in various drought response interventions as advised by NSCODR, contributing expertise in designing Bills of Quantities, providing technical advice on boreholes and associated works, and evaluating bidders and technical documents to ensure optimal results.
Established in November 2022 by President William Ruto, NSCODR has been mandated to create a private sector-led National Drought Mitigation Appeal Fund and mobilize funds to support the government’s drought response program.
