The government of Cabo Verde is working on creating a strategic water reserve to enhance the country's ability to respond to water supply challenges. This announcement was made by Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho during a debate on transparency and governance. The initiative aims to address the difficulties faced by the country in providing adequate water supply to its population.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the water supply challenges require structural investments and long-term solutions. To address this issue, the government has initiated interventions to increase the desalination capacity in the cities of Praia and Calheta de São Miguel. The creation of a strategic water reserve is part of a broader plan to improve the control of water quality and increase the reuse of water.
The government has also invested in the agricultural sector, with a program of protected cultivation, which has received 90 million escudos in direct support to farmers. This initiative aims to improve agricultural production and reduce the country's reliance on imports. Additionally, the government is investing in micro-irrigation, water mobilization, and improvement of agricultural production conditions.
The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of creating conditions to make the most of the available water resources. This includes supporting farmers, increasing national production, improving market supply, and contributing to reducing the cost of living for families. The government's initiatives aim to improve the overall quality of life for the population.
In addition to the water supply and agricultural initiatives, the government is also working on improving the fishing industry. This includes upgrading infrastructure, providing access to ice, and improving marketing conditions to value the work of fishermen and strengthen their activity.
The government has also made progress in the justice sector, with the digitalization of the country's courts, making services more efficient and accessible. Furthermore, the government is preparing to expand the "Cidade Segura" program and reinforce the National Police to improve crime prevention and response.
Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho emphasized that transparency involves a clear relationship with municipalities, based on mutual respect and equal treatment. He stressed that transparency goes beyond publishing documents or disclosing numbers, and involves recognizing problems, explaining decisions, and accounting for the use of public resources.
Key points
- The government of Cabo Verde is creating a strategic water reserve to address the country's water supply challenges.
- The initiative includes investments in desalination, water quality control, and agricultural production.
- The government's plans aim to improve the overall quality of life for the population and reduce the cost of living.
