Question
Explain five ways in which Kenya has benefited from development of the Seven Forks Dam H.E.P.(Hydroelectric Power) projects.
Answer
- The dams have provide useful sites for education purposes.
- It has led to reduction of importation of power, thus saving the foreign exchange.
- It has lead to control of floods in lower parts of River Tana thus reducing the incidents of loss of life and farm produce in the area.
- Dams are used for generating electricity which is used for industrial and domestic purposes.
- The dams are tourists attractions which generate foreign exchange for the country.
- The reservoirs provide fishing grounds which supply fish to the local people.
- It has led to improvement of roads making the area more accessible.
- The scheme led to the development of industries thus creating employment opportunities.
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