ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Irrigation Act
17. Administrative and legal framework for water storage
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
17. Administrative and legal framework for water storage
(1)The Cabinet Secretary shall in consultation with the Water Resource Authority Secretary, the National Water Storage and Harvesting Authority, the National Land Commission, the Council of Governors and other stakeholders prescribe administrative and regulatory frameworks within existing laws and regulations on water storage existing and future irrigating requirements.(2)Without prejudice to subsection (1), the Cabinet Secretary shall ensure that irrigation developments are planned and implemented—(a)in accordance with Integrated Water Resources Management Principles;(b)in accordance with agreements between irrigation water users and other stakeholders; and(c)in such a manner as to reduce conflicts on water resources, protect the environment and public health and share water appropriately and equitably for multiple uses.