Target 6.1: Achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water.
The Problem Moyo Town Council relied on an old piped system, with asbestos pipes, designed for about 500 people.
The Move They Made Uganda's Ministry of Water and Environment, with funding from the German development bank KfW and the Government of Uganda, built a new piped water supply and sanitation system. Construction began in March 2020. It cost UGX 6.4 billion, about US$1.8 million, and was built by Reddy's Borehole and Technical Services.
The Proof The system began operating on 3 September 2021. It was designed to serve about 28,500 people in 39 villages across Moyo Town Council and Moyo Sub-county. More than 900 connections had been made by handover.
Your Move The old system was designed for about 500 people, and the town outgrew it. Count who is still not connected, and budget for upkeep from the first day.
Sources
Daily Monitor, Relief As Clean Safe Water Flows In Moyo (September 2021)
PML Daily, Newly Commissioned Piped Water To Benefit 39 Villages In Moyo (September 2021)
Uganda Ministry of Finance, Government Commissions A Water Supply System In Moyo Town Council
Afrik21, A New Drinking Water Supply System Supplies 28,500 People In MoyoTarget 6.1: Achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water.
