Rainwater harvesting has been the focus of debate in the recent years, many have welcomed the discussion for adoption of rainwater harvesting for domestic use in developing countries, but despite the discussions the adoption process has been minimal and in scattered households. This study sought to examine factors that influence the adoption of Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) Technology for domestic use by looking at socioeconomic economic factors that influence adoption of RWH. Various socioeconomic factors were observed to hinder adoption of rainwater harvesting technology for domestic use, the study concludes by recommending deliberate efforts to be undertaken to improve on adopting of rainwater harvesting technology for domestic use.

Joan Kariuki, Research Fellow at African Centre for Technology studies, has over 8 years experience in multi-disciplinary research on Environment natural resources and sustainable development. She was at International Centre for Research in Agroforestry for two years prior to joining ACTS. Has MA Development studies, Bachelors Environmental science