MADAGASCAR: USAID launches two water and sanitation projects in 7 regions | Afrik 21
MADAGASCAR: USAID launches two water and sanitation projects in 7 regions AFRIK 21
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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Launches Projects to Improve Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) in Rural Madagascar
According to a survey conducted by the Malagasy authorities in 2018, only 43% of the population has access to improved water sources, and 17% has access to basic sanitation facilities. In an effort to improve these figures, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched the Rano Maharitra and Dio Sera projects on May 30th. These projects aim to enhance access to water, sanitation, and hygiene services in rural areas of Madagascar. USAID estimates that the total cost of the projects will amount to $45 million.
The Rano Maharitra project will be implemented over a five-year period by a dynamic consortium led by CARE International. The consortium also includes WaterAid, iDE, and three Madagascan companies: Miarakap, BushProof, and Sandandrano. With a budget of $35 million, the initiative aims to improve access to and utilization of drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services for rural households in seven regions of the country. These regions include Vatovavy, Fitovinany, Sofia, Betsiboka, Anosy, Androy, and Atsimo Atsinanana. The project will establish systematic partnerships with national and regional governments, water and sanitation institutions, communities, private sector entities, civil society organizations (CSOs), and beneficiaries.
At least 900,000 beneficiaries for the two projects
The Dio Sera project, with a budget of $10 million, aims to sustainably increase household access to affordable and quality sanitation products and services in targeted urban and peri-urban areas. The project will be implemented by a consortium led by iDE, which includes GRET, Practica, WaterAid, Runway, and Sango. It will rely on formative studies to inform strategies, release funding and investment for the WASH sector, strengthen governance structures at national and municipal levels, develop desirable and accessible sanitation services and products, and stimulate behavioral change within communities in three cities: Mahajanga, Toamasina, and Fianarantsoa.
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Overall, the projects launched by USAID will improve access to water, sanitation, and hygiene for a total of 917,000 people. This includes more than 742,000 people who will benefit from the “Rano Maharitra” project, with 312,000 of them gaining access to drinking water. These systems will be managed by local companies trained by the project as part of a public-private partnership (PPP). The Dio Sera project will enable 175,000 people to have access to a basic sanitation service, managed in complete safety.
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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all | Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services |
| Target 6.2: By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations | Indicator 6.2.1: Proportion of population using safely managed sanitation services, including a handwashing facility with soap and water |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
Explanation:
The article discusses the launch of projects in Madagascar aimed at improving access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in rural areas. This aligns with SDG 6, which focuses on clean water and sanitation.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all
- Target 6.2: By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations
Explanation:
The article mentions the aim of improving access to drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services for rural households in seven regions of Madagascar. This aligns with Target 6.1 of SDG 6, which focuses on achieving universal access to safe drinking water. Additionally, the article mentions the aim of increasing household access to affordable and quality sanitation products and services in targeted urban and peri-urban areas. This aligns with Target 6.2 of SDG 6, which focuses on achieving access to adequate sanitation and hygiene for all.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services
- Indicator 6.2.1: Proportion of population using safely managed sanitation services, including a handwashing facility with soap and water
Explanation:
The article mentions that the projects launched by USAID will improve access to water, sanitation, and hygiene for a specific number of people. These numbers can be used as indicators to measure progress towards the identified targets. For example, the article states that the “Rano Maharitra” project will improve access to drinking water for more than 742,000 people, indicating progress towards Indicator 6.1.1 of SDG 6. Similarly, the article mentions that the Dio Sera project will enable 175,000 people to benefit from a basic sanitation service, indicating progress towards Indicator 6.2.1 of SDG 6.
4. SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all | Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services |
| Target 6.2: By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations | Indicator 6.2.1: Proportion of population using safely managed sanitation services, including a handwashing facility with soap and water |
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