The Kanem region, situated in northeastern Chad, is characterized by a semi-arid to arid climate. Water scarcity poses a significant challenge in this region, affecting daily life, agriculture, livestock, and other economic activities. Several factors contribute to water scarcity in Kanem: Arid Climate: Kanem is part of the Sahel, a region with infrequent and irregular … Read more
Chad is a Sahelian country where access to safe drinking water is a major challenge for many communities. Over 40% of the population lacks access to safe drinking water, with detrimental consequences for health, education, and economic development. Having nearby drinking water is even more crucial for a country like Chad, where climate and geographical … Read more
Water4Chad: A Nonprofit Organization Bringing Clean Water to Vulnerable Communities in Chad Water4Chad is a non-profit organization established to provide clean drinking water to vulnerable communities across Chad. Founded in 2017 by a group of young Chadians, Europeans, and Americans, Water4Chad has completed over 76 projects nationwide, supplying clean water to more than 38,000 people. … Read more
Sustainable and renewable energy: Solar panels run on solar energy, a naturally abundant and renewable resource. This means they do not contribute to air pollution or greenhouse gas emissions, unlike fossil fuel-powered water pumps. Reduced operating costs: In the long run, solar pumping systems can be more economical than traditional systems. This is because once … Read more
Introduction Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental human right and a critical element for sustainable development. However, in Chad, one of the world’s poorest countries, this basic necessity remains elusive for a significant portion of the population. With only 53% of the population having access to basic drinking water and 16% to adequate … Read more
Chad is one of the countries in the world with the most difficult access to drinking water. In 2020, only 53% of the population had access to basic drinking water, and 16% to adequate sanitation services. The challenges to access to drinking water in Chad are numerous: Despite these challenges, there are opportunities to improve … Read more
Introduction Evaluating the effectiveness of drinking water access programs and policies is crucial to ensure that these initiatives achieve their objectives and genuinely contribute to improving people’s lives. Several approaches can be undertaken to conduct this evaluation: 1. Define clear and measurable indicators: 2. Collect reliable data: 3. Data analysis and identification of strengths and … Read more
Access to drinking water is a major challenge in Chad, particularly in rural areas where only 32% of the population has access to safe water, compared to 78% in urban areas. Several factors contribute to this situation: Infrastructural factors: Financial factors: Institutional factors: Environmental factors: Socio-cultural factors: In addition to these factors, it is important … Read more
Access to safe drinking water is a major challenge in Chad. According to UNICEF data, in 2019, only 42% of the population had access to safe drinking water. Challenges to access to drinking water in Chad: Consequences of poor water quality: Efforts to improve water quality in Chad: Access to quality drinking water is a … Read more
Sustainable and renewable energy: Solar panels run on solar energy, a naturally abundant and renewable resource. This means they do not contribute to air pollution or greenhouse gas emissions, unlike fossil fuel-powered water pumps. Reduced operating costs: In the long run, solar pumping systems can be more economical than traditional systems. This is because once … Read more
