TechCan Kenya’s AI ambitions coexist with Naivasha’s water needs?

As Kenya seeks data-centre investment, communities around Naivasha worry that a proposed Microsoft-G42 facility near Lake Naivasha could intensify pressure on already scarce water supplies. The project stalled in May 2026 over power-capacity concerns, while its specific water use remains undisclosed. Residents and environmental advocates want greater transparency, efficient cooling and an assessment of cumulative impacts.

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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-08-24 02:09Original