GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 4172

PURSUANT to regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Segera Ranch proposes to develop a 603,107m3 water storage dam along the Segera River in Laikipia County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible Impacts Loss of biodiversity alteration of landscape quality and soil erosion. Waste generation Chemical and oil spills Noise and air pollution Increased traffic Health and safety issues Mitigation Measures • Proper delineation of project site to avoid indiscriminate clearing of vegetation. • Ensure traffic follows designated access routes or re-route access road to a less vegetated area. • Establish the construction/site camp within a less vegetated area. • Rehabilitate any borrow pit by replacing the top soil and re-establishing indigenous vegetation. • Replace any vegetation damaged accidentally and revegetate as much as possible upon completion of construction. • Planting of suitable tree species around the dam area to increase the vegetation cover and embankment affirmation. • Segregate organic and inorganic wastes and for non-biodegradable waste, reuse, recycle or appropriately dispose at a designated waste dumpsite • Use of BoQ by contractor/proponent to purchase only what is needed to minimize possibility of waste. • Ensure proper measures of storing and handling chemicals and other potentially hazardous fluids/substances. • Ensure prompt cleaning/ management of such spills and provide containers to store used oil and grease to avoid contamination at the site. • Ensure any maintenance works on the equipment is undertaken away from the site and proper conditions are maintained e.g. use of spill trays. • Limit noisy activities to daytime only to avoid causing nuisance at night • The Contractor will keep noise level within acceptable limits as stipulated in EMCA, noise regulations. • Provision of appropriate PPE for workers on site during activities/use of machinery that generate noise and dust • Limit equipment and vehicle idling time as much as possible to prevent unnecessary noise and maintain them in good working condition to reduce emissions. • Proper scheduling of materials delivery to minimize noise pollution. • Apply dust suppression measures along access roads. • Sensitize drivers to observe traffic rules and speed limits, particularly near the shopping centre and primary school. • Notify the school administration of anticipated increase in traffic and identify best strategies to protect pupils. • Erect speed bumps near schools and shopping centres. • Contractor vetting to ensure compliance with legal requirements governing suitability for the specific job. • Proponent will develop and commit the contractor to site occupational health and safety rules, Possible Impacts Spread of communicable diseases and other infections Reduced flood flow downstream during initial dam filling and possible conflicts with downstream users Contamination and spread of water- borne and vector- borne diseases Increased wildlife population around the area leading to degradation Disruption of wildlife • serenity and access to the stream • Possible breaching of • the dam leading to ecological and property damage • Possible drowning of • people, livestock, and wildlife Mitigation Measures • Work permit issuance to ensure work progresses only if safety and other standards are observed. • The contractor to provide workers with PPEs, which include gloves, boots, goggles, aprons, ear protection, etc. • Health and safety awareness creation on ESH hazard and near miss reporting, accident prevention, control and reporting. Conduct basic first aid training and provide first aid kits. • Provide and maintain adequate water and sanitation facilities (Toilets, solid waste bins) for use by personnel at the site. • Enforce a strict code of conduct to limit movement of personnel outside the construction site or designated camp to prevent attack by wildlife. • Provide wildlife barriers around the site throughout the construction phase. Plan activities in response to movement of wildlife within the conservancy. Limit machinery working hours where possible and applicable. • Provide appropriate/adequate facilities to maintain proper sanitation and personal hygiene. • Sensitize personnel on proper sanitation and hygiene. • Adequate ventilation and spacing of accommodation. • Observance of protocols for COVID 19 prevention. • Ensure the dam design provides for regulated filling process. • Ensure compensation/ environmental flows are continuously and consistently released. • Ensure the downstream water users are aware of the dam design and functionality. • Careful monitoring of condition and diversity of flora and fauna with particular emphasis on nuisance species. • Initiate soil conservation measures such as trees and vegetation around the dam. • Regular monitoring of water quality. • Ensure no direct watering of livestock and wildlife from the dam (construct troughs outside the dam area). • Encourage conservancy personnel to avoid drinking untreated water. • Monitoring and utilization of biological vector-control methods. Appropriate design for the dam to deal with incidences of flooding and spill over. Ensure quality control during construction through careful selection of contractors, suppliers, and personnel and appropriate supervision. • Carryout regular inspections on the health of the dam and undertake appropriate maintenance works. Limit direct watering of livestock and wildlife, particularly along the deep sections of the dam by providing appropriate draw-off mechanisms. 30th April, 2021 THE KENYA GAZETTE 1959 Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures • Provide safety measures to enhance the recreational use of the dam e.g. guard rails, supervision by skilled personnel, and provide lifesaving jackets. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30126-00100, Nairobi. (b) Director-General, NEMA. Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. (c) County Director of Environment, Laikipia County. A copy of EIA report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process regarding this plan. Comments can also be e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/1815866 National Environment Management Authority. GAZETTE NOTICE NO, 4173 GATATHA FARMERS COMPANY LIMITED (Incorporated in Kenya) Head Office P.O. Box 14-00900, Kiambu Loss of SHARE CERTIFICATE Share Certificate No. 0022 in the name of Peter Mwangi Kabiru, of P.O. Box 122, Matathia WHEREAS Peter Mwangi Kabiru is registered as proprietor in original share certificate No. 0022 Gatatha Farmers Company Limited, composing of two hundred and sixty seven (267) shares and whereas sufficient evidence has been adduced to show that share certificate issued thereof has been lost, notice is given that after the expiration of thirty (30) days from the date hereof, a new share certificate shall be issued by the said company to Peter Mwangi Kabiru Dated the 5th March, 2021. P. M. GAKWA, Chairman, MR/1815536 Gatatha Farmers Company Limited. GAZETTE NOTICE. No.4174, KILIFI PLANTATIONS LIMITED CLOSURE OF PRIVATE ROAD NOTICE is given to the effect that all private roads owned and controlled by Kilifi Plantations. Limited, Kilifi Plantations Properties Limited, Kilifi Plantations Coast Limited, Dartstar Limited and Kilifi Plantations 2014 Limited, L.R. No. group V 3, 4, 5, 121, 122, 274, 276, 429, 2054, 2064, 743, 12889/255, 5018 and 4236/73 will be closed to the public for twenty-four (24) hours as from midnight, 1st May, 2021 to midnight 2nd May, 2021. Dated the 20th April, 2021. BETTY C. BUNDOTICH, MR/1815572 Managing Director, Kilifi Plantations Limited. GAZETTE NOTICE. No.4175 WESTBOUND AUCTIONEERS DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS NOTICE is issued pursuant to provisions of the Disposal of Uncollected Goods Act (Cap. 38) of the laws of Kenya, to the owner of the following motor vehicle registration number KBU 945B, to take delivery of the said motor vehicle from our custody stored by us at Leakey's Storage Limited, Lunga Lunga Road, Industrial Area Nairobi, within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice upon payment of all outstanding storage charges including the cost of publishing this notice, failure to which the said motor vehicle will be sold either by public auction or private treaty and the proceeds of the sale shall be applied to defray any accrued storage charges and the balance if any shall remain at the owner's credit, but should there be a shortfall, the owner shall be liable thereof. E. 0. OMBUI, MR/1815712 Licensed Auctioneer.