Côte d’Ivoire Strengthens Urban Water Security with Inauguration of Galébré Water Supply System
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Côte d’Ivoire has taken a significant step toward universal access to clean and safe drinking water with the inauguration of the Galébré Urban Water Supply System, a major infrastructure project designed to improve water availability for thousands of residents in the rapidly growing urban area.
For years, households in Galébré have relied on distant water points, seasonal streams, or unsafe sources, exposing families—especially women and children—to health risks and long daily water-collection journeys. The new water supply system is expected to transform daily life by providing reliable access to potable water directly to homes, schools, health centres, and businesses.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, government officials described the project as a cornerstone of Côte d’Ivoire’s national water strategy and a practical response to the pressures of urbanisation and climate variability. They noted that expanding urban water infrastructure is critical not only for public health, but also for economic productivity, education, and social stability.
The Galébré system includes modern water treatment facilities, expanded distribution networks, and storage capacity designed to meet current demand while allowing for future population growth. By reducing dependence on unsafe water sources, the project is expected to lower the incidence of waterborne diseases and ease the financial burden on households that previously purchased water from informal vendors.
Beyond immediate health benefits, the project aligns with Côte d’Ivoire’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 6 on clean water and sanitation. Authorities emphasized that investments in water infrastructure are also investments in climate resilience, helping communities better withstand droughts and changing rainfall patterns.
For Galébré residents, the inauguration marks more than the completion of a public works project—it represents dignity, time saved, and improved quality of life. As clean water begins to flow through the city’s pipes, the Galébré Urban Water Supply System stands as a tangible symbol of Côte d’Ivoire’s drive to ensure that safe water is no longer a privilege, but a basic service accessible to all.