The Togolese government has initiated a water supply project in Kara, a city in the northern part of the country. The project, launched on September 28, 2026, aims to improve access to clean water for nearly 200,000 people, or approximately 40,000 households. The project was launched by Minister Delegate for Water and Sanitation, Séna Alipui, in the presence of administrative, traditional, and religious authorities, as well as financial partners.
The project, financed by the Kuwaiti Fund for Arab Economic Development and the Islamic Development Bank, involves the construction of several water supply infrastructure. The first phase, worth 8.6 billion CFA francs, includes a water intake on the Sara River with a capacity of 500 cubic meters per hour, an 8.3-kilometer water pipeline, and a new water treatment plant with a capacity of 10,000 cubic meters per day.
The project also includes the rehabilitation of the Bafilo water treatment plant, 100 domestic connections, and 20 public fountains. A second phase, worth 3.57 billion CFA francs, involves the construction of a 5,000 cubic meter water reservoir in Kara Sud. The Islamic Development Bank will provide additional financing to complement the project, including the construction of a water retention dam to mitigate the effects of severe droughts.
The project aims to increase access to clean water in several areas, including Kara Sud, Bafilo, Bouladè, Awandjelo, Soumbou, and Lama, as well as several high-altitude areas of the Assoli 2 commune. According to Minister Alipui, the goal is to ensure that three out of four families in Kara have access to clean water, up from one out of four previously.
The project is seen as a vital step towards improving the health, education, and economic well-being of the local population. According to the Governor of the region, General Adjitowou Komla, "Water is life for a territory." The project's implementation is expected to have a positive impact on the daily lives of residents, particularly women and young girls, who currently spend hours collecting water.
The project's execution has been entrusted to two companies, China Geo-Engineering Corporation and ASI BF, which will work to complete the project within the agreed-upon timeframe and budget. The Director-General of the Togolese Water and Sanitation Company (SP-EAU), Dr. Avumadi Massan, has promised a rigorous execution of the project, with a focus on quality and timeliness.
The launch of the project marks a significant milestone in the government's efforts to improve access to clean water in Togo. The project's success will depend on the collaboration of all stakeholders, including the government, contractors, and local residents. With the project's completion, residents can expect to enjoy improved health, education, and economic opportunities, as well as a better quality of life.
Key points
- The project aims to improve access to clean water for nearly 200,000 people in Kara and its surroundings.
- The project is financed by the Kuwaiti Fund for Arab Economic Development and the Islamic Development Bank.
- The project's execution has been entrusted to two companies, China Geo-Engineering Corporation and ASI BF.
