Total Project Cost
Investment Required
Stakeholders
Countries
Project Overview
Description
Construction of dam and water storage reservoir with irrigation development, water supply infrastructure, and flow regulation systems.
Objectives
Project Objectives:
- Develop irrigated agriculture across 4,000 hectares
- Supply water to 270,000 people
- Generate 1.3 MW of hydropower
- Control floods through regulated flows
- Support fisheries production
- Restore upstream watershed
- Strengthen regional cooperation
Strategic Importance
Enhances regional integration and supports sustainable water resource management between Uganda and Kenya
Technical Specifications
Technology & Design
Composite dam structure with modern irrigation systems
Capacity & Size
Infrastructure Scale:
- 31.6 MCM storage capacity
- 4,000 hectares irrigation
- 270,000 people water supply
- 1.3 MW hydropower
Technical Details
Technical Components:
- Composite dam
- Irrigation networks
- Water supply systems
- Power generation facilities
Development, Implementation & Financial Details
Development Timeline
Progress:
- 2010: Project initiation
- 2015: Feasibility studies
- 2020: Technical studies
- 2023: Project structuring
Latest Implementation Updates
UPDATED2025-04-17: Kenya & Uganda sign Angololo Transboundary Water Resources Development agreement; project advancement and implementation framework confirmed. — https://www.waterdiplomat.org/story/2025/04/kenya-and-uganda-sign-agreement-angololo-transboundary-water-resources-development
2025-04-12: East Africa press highlights the April 16 signing and benefits (irrigation, potable water) for Busia (KE) and Tororo/Namisindwa/Manafwa (UG). — https://informereastafrica.com/index.php/east-africa/angololo-transboundary-water-deal-to-boost-kenya-uganda-border-agriculture
Financing Structure
Funding through grants, government contributions, and development partners
Project Timeline
Development Timeline
Progress:
- 2010: Project initiation
- 2015: Feasibility studies
- 2020: Technical studies
- 2023: Project structuring
Project Status History
Status 2020
Feasibility
Status 2022
Feasibility
Status 2024
Structuring
Additional Project Details
Preparation Funding Gap
USD 0.35M
Construction Timeline
Implementation: 2025-2027
Market Analysis
Market Demand
Will benefit 127,300 people across Eastern Uganda and Western Kenya
Key Stakeholders
Project Sponsor
NELSAP
Key Parties
NELSAP, Governments of Kenya and Uganda
Risk Assessment
General Risk Assessment
Key risks in technical implementation, financing, and coordination
Regulatory Risks
Requires bilateral agreements and environmental permits
Impact Assessment
Environmental Impact
Focus on ecosystem protection and water quality management
Social Impact
Benefits include improved livelihoods and enhanced food security
Investment Opportunities
Private Sector Opportunities
PPP opportunities in infrastructure development and operations
Next Steps & Agreements
Next Steps
Immediate priorities:
- Complete project structuring
- Secure remaining funding
- Finalize implementation arrangements
Offtake Agreements
Bilateral agreement pending between Kenya and Uganda
