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In which ways has Kenya benefited from the development of the Seven Forks hydro-electric power scheme?

Describe ways in which Kenya has benefited from the development of the Seven Forks hydro-electric power scheme.

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Maurice
(i) The reservoirs provide fishing grounds which supply fish to the local people.

(ii) It has led to the improvement of roads making the area more accessible.

(iii) It has led to the reduction of importation of power, thus saving the foreign exchange.

(iv) The dams and reservoirs have provided useful sites for educational purposes.

(v) It has led to control of floods in the lower parts of Tana, thus reducing the incidents of loss of life and farm produce in the area.

(vi) The reservoirs are used for generating electricity which is used for industrial and domestic purposes.

(vii) The dams and reservoirs are tourists attractions which generate foreign exchange for the country.

(viii) The scheme led to the development of industries thus creating employment opportunities.

(ix) Some of the reservoirs in the scheme provide water for irrigation thus improving agricultural production.
maurice.mutuku answered the question on June 21, 2017 at 05:35

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