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Djibouti plant produces 40 million m³ of desalinated water

The Doraleh desalination plant has reached a significant production milestone, contributing to the nation's water supply.

The Doraleh desalination plant in Djibouti has produced 40 million cubic meters of water. Mohamed Fouad Abdo, the director general of ONEAD, attended a meeting at the plant with its staff.

Abdo praised the plant workers for their daily efforts, emphasizing teamwork and operational precision. He highlighted the plant's vital role in a country where fresh water is scarce, noting that desalination helps meet the population's drinking water needs.

ONEAD considers desalination a core strategy for increasing access to water. The agency aims to expand the availability of this essential resource across Djibouti.

Why it mattersDjibouti's population benefits from increased access to drinking water through the Doraleh desalination plant's output.