Access To Clean Water In Abidjan
ICIEC provided EUR 107 million for Non-Honoring of Financial Obligation Loan Guarantee to Société General Paris to support the construction of a water supply facility in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. Since 2002, rural to urban migration in Cote d’Ivoire has increased, placing high demand on the existing water supply. Prior to this project, the majority of the population relied on underground water, which is often unreliable and unsafe for consumption. ICIEC’s support for this project has significant human development impact, delivering clean water to nearly 2 million citizens and creating 450 jobs for local citizens. Moreover, the project allows for more sustainable management of the aquifer around Abidjan, preventing both the depletion and pollution of groundwater resources. The development of basic infrastructure such as water, sanitation and distribution facilities are crucial to achieving sustainable development and empowering communities in Ivory Coast.