The Vice Governor of Kasaï, Djoley Bokele Djoy, recently laid the foundation stone for a new potable water supply system in Tshikapa. The project, valued at over $41 million, is financed by the International Development Association (IDA), an institution of the World Bank Group. The initiative aims to enhance access to clean water for the local population.
The project, implemented under the Program for Access to Water and Sanitation Services in the DRC (PASEA), is being carried out by the Cellule d'exécution des projets-eau (CEP-O), under the supervision of the Ministry of Hydraulic Resources and Electricity. The works involve the construction of two pumping stations, three reservoirs with a total capacity of 7,500 cubic meters, and the installation of over 34 kilometers of water supply pipes and approximately 225 kilometers of distribution network.
The project also includes the construction of 488 public fountains and 12,639 private connections. Water will be sourced from the Kasaï River and treated at a plant with a production capacity of 50,000 cubic meters per day. The treated water will then be distributed along three main axes: Kanzala, Kele, and Dibumba, using a system that relies on gravity.
The works, entrusted to the Chinese company CCECC, are expected to last 21 months. The project will be monitored by the VSI Afrique – SCET Tunisie consortium, with the support of CEP-O, UPEP Kasaï, and REGIDESO. The Vice Governor has urged the local population to support the project and ensure the protection of the infrastructure.
The new water supply system is expected to significantly improve access to clean water for the residents of Tshikapa. The project will not only provide clean water but also contribute to the overall development of the region. The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance living standards and promote economic growth in the DRC.
The International Development Association (IDA) has been instrumental in supporting development projects in the DRC. The organization's funding for the Tshikapa water supply project demonstrates its commitment to improving the lives of people in the region. The project is a significant step towards achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 6, which aims to ensure universal access to clean water and sanitation.
The successful implementation of the project will require collaboration and cooperation among all stakeholders, including the local population, government agencies, and private sector companies. The project's impact will be closely monitored, and its success will be evaluated based on its ability to improve access to clean water and enhance the overall quality of life for residents in Tshikapa.
Key points
- The project is expected to benefit the local population by providing access to clean water.
- The works involve the construction of two pumping stations, three reservoirs, and the installation of over 34 kilometers of water supply pipes.
- The project is financed by the International Development Association (IDA), an institution of the World Bank Group.
