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#ArticleOfTheWeek | Egypt’s population, which reached 105.55 million as of October 8th, has been facing rising water scarcity, and the government is promoting water security by considering desalinated water as a nonconventional water resource. Due to climate change and the continuous increase in population and economic activities, whether agricultural or industrial, as well as the per capita share of water that has been decreasing, it has become important for Egypt to start developing water desalination. This comes as Egypt overlooks the Red Sea to the east and the Mediterranean Sea to the north, which gives it access to seawater for desalination. Read the full article > https://lnkd.in/dsEb4HUx For more Articles don’t forget to Subscribe to our Newsletter > https://lnkd.in/dYCSUNjN #ArabFinance #Egypt #Economy #Water

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗤𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗿’𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 Dr. Zakaria, an assistant professor of political science at Lusail University – Qatar, talks about how Qatar is tackling water scarcity head-on with innovative solutions and initiatives. Read more about their efforts and the global importance of water conservation in the latest article published in our February issue. #WaterConservation #QatarInitiatives

#Morocco/#NorthAfrica is facing an unprecedented #watercrisis. Experts from the The World Bank have warned that an additional 25bn cubic metres of water annually will be needed across North Africa in 29/25 years. Water shortages pose a serious challenge to life and livelihoods, as both the globally successful #agriculturalindustry and ever growing #urban populations 'compete' for access to this necessity. Morocco with its huge #infrastructureinvestment in reservoirs and the exploitation of ground water options. However, #reservoirs and dams are handicapped by the issue of "Trap Efficency" (#sedimentation). Sediment settling at the bottom of the reservoir/dam leads to an incredibly reduced water storage ability. Tackling the issue of sedimentation is essential for the future of successful water storage and supply whilst #desalination is urgently explored and successfully exploited. EL HIHI Brahim Dr.Ahmed LOUKILI Ilham Bennis Rabia El Alama Nahid Bennani Einat Levi (عينات ليفي) Fatima-zahra El khalifa

Sudan 🇸🇩 is one of the most rapidly urbanizing countries in the world. The struggle for water resources has far-reaching consequences, from sparking conflicts to driving migration towards the Nile's urban fringes. Water harvesting emerged as a beacon of hope, poised to address the political tensions arising from resource scarcity. However, this ambitious endeavor is on the brink of failure due to insufficient funding. The original blueprint envisioned 7,500 critical interventions—boreholes, wells, and dams—to secure water access. To date, only 42% of the grand vision has seen the light of day, with 2,500 projects finding support. What's next? Read the story in English: https://bit.ly/498hNNc Full story in Arabic: https://bit.ly/3QkLy4J

💚Transforming Water Supply in North Africa 🌊 The Bouregreg basin in #Morocco is undergoing a #revolutionary change in #watermanagement thanks to the Sebou project. The connection of two dams marks a significant step forward in Morocco's National Water Plan and promises to have a profound impact on the region and beyond. The Moroccan National Water Plan (Plan National de l'Eau, PNE), adopted in 2009, is a comprehensive #strategy to address the country's water #challenges and promote #sustainable water resource management.💚 The plan aims to ensure a secure #watersupply, promote efficient utilisation, develop infrastructure, implement resource protection measures and raise public awareness. Morocco aims to produce 50 per cent of its drinking water by 2030 in order to achieve water security, promote economic growth and adapt to the effects of #climatechange, with a growing need for sustainable water management strategies.🌐 Wilo supplied twelve vertical turbine pumps with a capacity of 4.5 megawatts each for the SP1 and SP2 pumping stations for this project. Specifically designed to draw water from underground sources, these products ensure smooth water transfer over an extended area of 67 kilometres, which is vital to reach communities in need and support regional industry Learn more about this project at https://lnkd.in/dfF8Nkrg 🌐

🔔 #TenderAlert, #CallforExpressionofInterest 83466945, closing 26 July 2024: Appointment of a Service Provider to undertake the Identification and Assessment of Hybrid Flood Alleviation Options in a Changing Climate in two Catchment Areas of the City of Mbombela The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is seeking to appoint a qualified service provider to support the work of the Cities Finance Facility (CFF) in the City of Mbombela in the Mpumalanga Province. The work will assist the City to develop infrastructure that reduces its anticipated flood risks as a result of the direct impacts of climate change. This flood alleviation infrastructure will incorporate nature-based approaches to ensure that the co-benefits associated with such infrastructure are optimised.  📑 Tender documents can be found here https://lnkd.in/dp-AY47J GIZ invites eligible and professional companies with local presence in South Africa to participate in this EOI. Completed forms must be submitted to [email protected] by 26 July 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. Please quote reference 83466945 when requesting the documentation. Read more about the CFF here: https://www.c40cff.org/   C40 Cities Finance Facility, C40 Cities, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), USAID,  Agence Française de Développement #ClimateChange #FloodAlleviation #GreenInfrastructure #CatchmentAreas #CityofMbombela #Mpumalanga #Sustainability #ClimateResilience #SustainableCities

The challenges of inadequate drainage systems are prevalent across all Somali cities. From Mogadishu to Hargeisa and beyond, communities face the impacts of poor drainage on a daily basis. It's imperative that we come together to address this common issue, prioritizing sustainable solutions for all regions. By investing in robust drainage infrastructure, we can safeguard our cities, mitigate climate risks, and pave the way for a more resilient Somalia. #Infrastructure #ClimateResilience #somalia #drainage