8+ Years of Trusted Delivery Across Northern Kenya

Engineering resilient infrastructure, WASH & energy systems

OBSA delivers integrated design, contract management and construction support for water supply, sanitation, renewable energy and civil infrastructure — with strong technical coordination, QA/QC discipline and local mobilization across the ASAL region.

Infrastructure Water & Sanitation Renewable Energy Road Works

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Years Active

20+

Projects Supported

10+

Happy Clients

Counties Covered

OBSA Engineering Services Ltd — Head Office, Marsabit

New Office Coming Soon

Managing Director

Eng. Wako Sora

Principal Engineer — BSc. Civil & Structural

EBK Member IEK Member

Who We Are

About OBSA Engineering

OBSA Engineering Services Ltd is a multi-disciplinary Kenyan engineering firm registered on 9 April 2018, headquartered in Marsabit County and serving high-impact projects across Northern Kenya.

We are dedicated to delivering integrated solutions in building infrastructure, water, sanitation, and renewable energy — bringing reliable engineering to underserved communities with speed, integrity, and technical excellence.

Our primary operational areas span Northern Kenya and the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions, where we combine deep local knowledge with rigorous engineering standards.

NCA Licenced Water, Building & Road Works

OSHA & EMCA ACT DOSHS & NEMA Compliant

BRS Incorporated IFMI & e-GP integrated

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Our Vision

To be the leading provider of innovative design and build solutions in infrastructure, water, sanitation, and renewable energy — fostering sustainable communities through excellence and integrity.

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Our Mission

To deliver superior design and build services that enhance building infrastructure, ensure access to clean water and sanitation, and promote renewable energy through effective contract management and rigorous quality assurance.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

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Integrity

Upholding the highest ethical standards in every operation and client relationship

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Innovation

Embracing cutting-edge technologies and methodologies for every challenge

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Excellence

Delivering remarkable outcomes that consistently exceed expectations

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Sustainability

Building eco-friendly solutions that serve future generations in ASAL regions

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Community

Empowering ASAL communities through infrastructure, ownership and impact

What We Offer

Our Core Services

From feasibility to commissioning — OBSA provides end-to-end engineering solutions tailored for Northern Kenya's unique operational environment.

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Road Works

Earth, gravel and bitumen road construction, plus drainage structures including box culverts, drifts and gabion walls across challenging ASAL terrain.

Earthwork & Gravel Roads
Bitumen Surfacing
Bridges & Culverts
Gabion & Retaining Structures

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Water & WASH

Full-cycle water solutions from source development to distribution, including treatment and sanitation infrastructure for underserved communities.

Borehole Development
Water Treatment Plants
Pipeline Distribution
Sanitation (VIP Latrines, Sewer)

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Renewable Energy

Solar water pumping systems, street lighting and energy-efficient solutions for off-grid ASAL communities requiring reliable power.

Solar Water Pumping
Solar Street Lighting
Off-grid Energy Systems
Energy Consulting

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Building & Structures

Public facilities including offices, schools, residential homes, markets and large-capacity structures designed for longevity and community use.

Public Offices & Schools
Residential Homes
Storage Tanks
Church & Community Halls

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Design & Consultancy

In-house design using WaterGems, Civil 3D and Prokon — from feasibility studies to detailed engineering designs with full technical documentation.

WASH Consultancy
Feasibility Studies
Hydraulic Modelling (WaterGems)
Structural Design (Prokon & Prota)

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Contract Management

Effective contract administration ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance and quality assurance across all projects from inception to closeout.

Project Oversight
Quality Control
Site Supervision
Budget Management

Portfolio

Notable Projects & Clients

Delivering high-impact engineering solutions across Northern Kenya — from piped water systems to solar infrastructure and road works.

Nyayo Road Water System — Marsabit town piped water distribution network

Water Design WASH

Marsabit Water & Sewerage Company

Nyayo Road Water System

Design of a piped water distribution network serving 1,650 households in Marsabit town for Marsabit Water & Sewerage Company.

Marsabit 1,650 HH

WASH

Anglican Development Services — Mt. Kenya East

Northhorr WASH Consultancy

Comprehensive WASH consultancy for ADS, covering 1,150+ households across Northhorr sub-county, Marsabit County.

Northhorr 1,150+ HH

Gatha Korma Water Pan — 20,000m³ pastoralist water storage

Water Source

Caritas Marsabit

Gatha Korma Water Pan

Design of a 20,000m³ water pan for a pastoralist community in Marsabit — critical water storage for ASAL drought resilience.

Marsabit 20,000 m³

Kubi Dibayu Solar Borehole — solar-powered water pumping

Solar Water

Strategy for Northern Development (SND)

Kubi Dibayu Solar Borehole

Borehole solarization and solar-powered water pumping system delivering clean water in remote Qilta Location, Marsabit County.

Marsabit Solar Pumping

Haro Huqa–Kituruni Road — KeRRA supervised road works

Roads Supervision

Dido & Sons Ltd / KeRRA

Haro Huqa–Kituruni Road

Site supervision of road works for Kenya Rural Roads Authority through challenging Northern Kenya terrain — delivered on schedule.

Marsabit County KeRRA

EOTC Church Hall — 500-capacity institutional building Marsabit

Buildings Structures

Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church

EOTC Church Hall — 500 Capacity

Structural design review and construction management of a 500-capacity church hall for Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church in Marsabit.

Marsabit 500 Cap.

Why Choose Us

Your Trusted Partner for ASAL Engineering

With deep local knowledge of Northern Kenya's challenges and over 8 years of proven delivery, we bring unmatched speed, technical depth, and community-focused engineering to every project.

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Fastest Mobilization in Northern Kenya

Local presence in Marsabit means we mobilize faster than any competitor in the region

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In-house Design Capability

Full design in WaterGems, PROTA Structure, Civil 3D and REVIT Structures — no outsourcing delays

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Energy–Water Nexus Expertise

Integrated solar + water solutions uniquely suited for ASAL off-grid communities

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Fully Certified & Regulated

NCA, NEMA and EPRA aligned practice with rigorous quality and safety standards

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Client Satisfaction

Safety Incidents

100%

On-Budget Delivery

10+

Client Organizations

Client Organisations

Marsabit Water & Sewerage Co. ADS Mt. Kenya East Caritas Marsabit SND Kenya KeRRA EOTC Marsabit

Eng. Wako Sora

Managing Director

BSc. Civil & Structural Engineering, University of Nairobi. 8+ years in WASH engineering and infrastructure project management across Kenya's ASAL regions.

GE-EBK GIEK Principal Engineer

Eng. David Lelei

Technical Director

Provides the critical technical backbone for design approvals, QA/QC reviews and multidisciplinary coordination across infrastructure and WASH assignments.

PE MIEK Design Approvals

Eng. Wato Duba

WASH Specialist

Supports planning, design refinement and implementation quality for water supply, sanitation and hygiene interventions across ASAL communities.

GE-EBK GIEK WASH Systems

Nicholas Wachira

EHS / OSH Expert

NEMA Licensed EIA Associate registered with the Environmental Institute of Kenya, supporting environmental compliance, safety planning and responsible project execution.

NEMA Licensed EIK EIA Associate

Orge Gufu

Administrator

Effective office running, resource management, communications and documentation.

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Get in Touch

Let's Build Something Great Together

Ready to start your next infrastructure, WASH, renewable energy or construction project in Northern Kenya? Reach out to OBSA Engineering — we respond within 24 hours.

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Call Us +254 702652677

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Email Us info@obsa.co.ke

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Visit Us Marsabit Town, Marsabit County, Kenya

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WhatsApp +254 702 652 677