MOMBASA, Kenya- Kenya has taken a major leap forward in its marine environmental protection efforts with the official launch of the Mikindani Wetland Sewage Treatment Plant in Mombasa County.
The state-of-the-art facility was unveiled by Cabinet Secretary for the Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, Hassan Joho, in a ceremony attended by top local and international leaders.
The project is a result of a strong collaboration between the County Government of Mombasa, the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), the European Union-funded Go Blue Project, and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
As we scale up our efforts in marine environmental protection, we appreciate the close collaboration we have forged with development partners including the @UNEP the European Union and county governments.I was pleased to launch the constructed Mikindani Wetland Sewage Treatment
Speaking during the launch, CS Joho hailed the facility as a game changer in the fight against marine pollution and a key milestone in protecting public health.
“The construction of this plant marks a significant milestone in reducing sewage pollution, with direct positive impacts on public health and marine conservation,” he said.
“I have directed KMFRI to use this facility as a model for replication in other areas.”
The event was graced by European Union Ambassador to Kenya, Henriette Geiger, French Ambassador Arnaud Suquet, and Principal Secretary for Blue Economy and Fisheries, Betsy Njagi.
Also in attendance were Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sherrif Nassir, Woman Representative Zamzam Mohammed, Senator Mohamed Faki Mwinyihaji, and Jomvu MP Badi Twalib.
Joho emphasized that the growing partnerships with development agencies such as UNEP and the European Union are crucial in accelerating sustainable development goals along Kenya’s coast and protecting vital ecosystems.
The Mikindani plant is expected to significantly reduce the volume of untreated sewage flowing into the Indian Ocean, safeguarding marine biodiversity and the livelihoods of coastal communities.
