This rock-cut pond (above) is fed by water harvested from Machakos-Kitui road via a canal. The water harvested in this pond is mainly used for agriculture and tree planting. Daily irrigation schedules are in place on how the trees can be irrigated. The trees are sold and in turn provide income.
To ensure water security, other rock catchments need to be shaped to harvest more water. Also, the residents should be considerably trained in the reuse of water. This water can be used for agriculture and help improve the people’s livelihoods in Mutomo area.
Here is a short video that lays out the principles behind harvesting water off rock outcrops.
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