On Thursday, October 29, 2026, Abdel Wahab Zini, the Governor of El Tarf Province, visited the Kedia El Drouche seawater desalination plant in Brehane municipality. The plant has a daily production capacity of 300,000 cubic meters of water. During the visit, the governor received a detailed technical presentation from the project manager of the Algerian Water Desalination Company. The presentation covered the plant's production capabilities, water transfer mechanisms, and measures to ensure smooth operation and continuous production.
The governor inspected various units of the plant, including the seawater intake basin, pre-treatment unit, reverse osmosis system, and desalinated water pumping station. The goal was to assess operating conditions and the readiness of equipment and facilities to perform their assigned tasks. The governor emphasized the need for enhanced coordination between relevant services, particularly the agriculture and energy sectors. He also stressed the importance of regular monitoring and ensuring a stable electricity supply to avoid disruptions in production.
The Kedia El Drouche plant is part of Algeria's complementary national program, approved by the President of the Republic, aimed at increasing drinking water production and securing sustainable supplies for the population. The program also seeks to reduce distribution fluctuations, particularly during the summer months when demand for water is high. The governor highlighted the project's significance in improving the water supply in the eastern region and enhancing public services.
Regarding the project to transport desalinated water through the main canal to El Tarf, Annaba, Skikda, and Guelma provinces, the governor urged accelerated efforts to complete the connection work. He emphasized the need to overcome obstacles and find suitable solutions to resume work and complete the remaining sections within the set deadlines. The governor's instructions included ensuring close coordination between stakeholders and mobilizing necessary resources to meet the project's objectives.
The governor also instructed relevant parties to ensure close coordination between the Algerian Water Company and the electricity distribution and transmission company. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of maintaining permanent readiness of maintenance teams and rapid intervention forces to address any issues that may arise during water production, pumping, or distribution. The governor's visit aimed to ensure the plant's optimal operation and the completion of related connection networks.
The project is considered vital by public authorities to strengthen water security in the eastern region and improve public water services. The authorities aim to ensure optimal exploitation of the plant's capacity and complete related connection networks to provide more stable and regular water supplies to the populations of the concerned provinces throughout the year.
The governor's visit to the Kedia El Drouche seawater desalination plant reflects the Algerian government's commitment to addressing water supply challenges in the region. The project is expected to have a positive impact on the daily lives of residents in El Tarf and surrounding provinces, improving access to clean drinking water and enhancing overall living conditions.
Key points
- Algerian authorities inspect seawater desalination plant in El Tarf to ensure production continuity and accelerated connection to the national network.
