• Announcement: Invitation for Public Comments & Participation on Proposed Draft Water Allocation Guidelines and Thresholds for Classification of Water Use Permits, 2025
• Organizer: Water Resources Authority (WRA) – National Water Resources Regulator
• Mandate: Fair/Equitable Allocation & Apportionment of Kenya’s Water Resources for Sustainable Use
• Objective: Provide Clear Framework for Water Use Allocation Thresholds Promoting Equity/Sustainability
• Public Participation Forums: Scheduled February 9–13, 2026 Across 6 Basin Areas
• Written Submissions Deadline: 30 Days from Notice Date (Approximately Mid-January 2026)
• Contact: Email info@wra.go.ke / Physical Delivery WRA Headquarters

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Introduction

Water Resources Authority (WRA), established under Water Act (Cap. 372), regulating management/use of water resources Kenya, has initiated review of Guidelines for Water Resources Allocation and Allocation Thresholds for Classification of Permits.

In line with Article 10(2)(a) Constitution (public participation), WRA invites public/stakeholder comments and participation forums on proposed Draft Guidelines/Thresholds. Objective: clear framework promoting equity/sustainability water use.

Draft documents (Guidelines, Allocation Thresholds, Explanatory Memorandum, Regulatory Impact Statement) available WRA website www.wra.go.ke or physical copies Basin/Sub-Basin offices.

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About Water Resources Authority (WRA)

WRA secures Kenya’s water resources safeguarding future through regulation, allocation, and sustainable management.

WRA fosters a culture of equity, sustainability, and public participation, ISO 9001:2015 certified.

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Public Participation Schedule

S/No.	Basin Area	Counties Covered	Venue	Date
1	Rift Valley	Nakuru, Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Narok, Nyandarua	Rift Valley Institute of Technology, Nakuru	February 9, 2026
2	Ewaso Ng’iro North	Laikipia, Samburu, Isiolo, Mandera, Marsabit, Wajir	CDF Hall, Nanyuki	February 9, 2026
3	Lake Victoria South	Kisii, Kisumu, Kericho, Nyamira, Migori, Homa Bay, Bomet	Tom Mboya Labour College, Kisumu	February 10, 2026
4	Lake Victoria North	Trans Nzoia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Siaya, Vihiga, Nandi, Uasin Gishu, Busia	Kakamega Multi-Purpose Development Training Institute, Kakamega	February 12, 2026
5	Tana	Kirinyaga, Nyeri, Embu, Murang’a, Tharaka Nithi, Garissa, Kitui, Tana River, Meru, Lamu	University of Embu, Embu	February 13, 2026
6	Athi	Nairobi, Kiambu, Kajiado, Machakos, Makueni, Kilifi, Taita Taveta, Kwale, Mombasa	Machakos University, Machakos	February 13, 2026

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Written Submissions

• Email: info@wra.go.ke
• Physical Delivery:
  Chief Executive Officer
  Water Resources Authority
  9th Floor, SHA Building
  Ragati Road, Upperhill
  P.O Box 45250
  Nairobi

Deadline: Within 30 days from notice date.

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Access Draft Documents

• Website: www.wra.go.ke
• Physical Copies: Any WRA Basin/Sub-Basin Office nationwide

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Contact

• Emergency Hotline: 0700 056472
• Email: procurement@wra.go.ke / info@wra.go.ke
• Social: X @WRA_Kenya | Facebook @Water Resources Authority | YouTube @WRAKENYA

Securing Water Resources, Safeguarding Our Future
WRA ISO 9001:2015 Certified

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Tags

Water Resources Authority WRA Public Participation Draft Guidelines 2025, Water Allocation Thresholds Permit Classification Kenya, Rift Valley Ewaso Ngiro Lake Victoria Tana Athi Basin Forums February 2026, Written Comments Submissions WRA Nairobi, Sustainable Water Management Equity Vision 2030

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