Profile of predominant gram-negative pathogenic bacteria in River Sosiani and wastewater systems in Eldoret Town, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

Abstract

The study highlights the critical role of wastewater and aquatic systems as reservoirs for pathogenic gram-negative bacteria, which play a key role in the spread of infections. The findings reveal an alarming presence of various antibiotic-resistant bacteria, with particularly high multi-antibiotic resistance index in several species to commonly used antibiotics. These findings demonstrate the urgent need for enhanced wastewater treatment practices and the regular monitoring of water sources to curb the spread of waterborne diseases and safeguard public health.