Libreville, Gabon — In a significant development for the rural community of Mitzic, the Prefect of the Okano Department (Nord) and President of the Committee for the Management and Monitoring of Projects (CGSP), Serge Quelqu’un Bekale Ango, officially received the completed drinking water supply works for the Egneng-Melene village grouping.
The project, which is set to be fully operational by May 2026, is a testament to the Gabonese government’s commitment to improving access to clean drinking water. It includes a solar pump, a 3,000-litre water storage tank, and five water kiosks equipped with ten taps, effectively ending years of water collection labor for the local population.
The Prefect’s official reception of the water supply project highlights the government’s dedication to enhancing the living conditions of its citizens.
The project’s completion is a critical factor in public health and overall well-being, as indicated by the director of the adjudicating enterprise, Félicien Engozoghe Obame.
The Committee for the Management and Monitoring of Projects (CGSP) has recommended the creation of a water management committee and the integration of the project sites into the communal heritage of the Egneng-Melene grouping.
The Prefect has encouraged the beneficiaries to ensure responsible management of the facility and commended the company for adhering to the project timelines.
The Egneng — Melene water supply project is part of a broader initiative by the Gabonese government, which aims to modernize water access infrastructure across the country. This strategic partnership includes the involvement of the African Development Bank (AfDB) and French company Suez, signifying a commitment to sustainable solutions for water supply and sanitation.
As the nation continues to invest in water and sanitation, the impact of such projects on public health and overall well — being cannot be overstated.
The future of water access in Gabon hinges on the sustainability and scalability of initiatives like the Egneng — Melene water supply project.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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