WAPCOS Ltd, a government-owned consultancy firm specializing in water resources and infrastructure, has been awarded a key contract in Ethiopia. The project involves providing consultancy services for design review, construction supervision, contract management, operations and maintenance (O&M), and capacity building for Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs) in Jigjiga and Degahbour towns of the Somali Region.
Contract and Funding Details
The contract was signed with the Somali Regional State Water Bureau and is funded by the World Bank through Ethiopia’s Ministry of Water & Energy. This collaboration reflects an important step towards improving sanitation infrastructure in the region.
Collaborative Efforts for Smooth Execution
Officials from WAPCOS held productive discussions with representatives of the Ethiopian Ministry of Water & Energy and the Somali Regional State Water Bureau. These engagements are aimed at ensuring the project proceeds smoothly and meets its objectives.
Commitment to Sustainable Development
This project underscores WAPCOS’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development and its focus on strengthening global partnerships in the sanitation sector. By enhancing Faecal Sludge Treatment infrastructure, the initiative aims to improve public health and build local operational capacities in the Somali Region.
About WAPCOS
WAPCOS Ltd is a government-owned consultancy organization specializing in water resources, infrastructure, and environmental projects. Established in 1969, it offers services like project planning, design, supervision, and management globally. With expertise in water supply, irrigation, and sanitation, WAPCOS supports sustainable development and infrastructure growth in developing countries through technical and managerial consultancy.
