Strong local leadership transforming lives in Tenkodogo
Published on: 01/01/2025
In 2024, Burkina Faso faced a worsening political and security situation, which jeopardised the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
Despite this, we remained steadfast in supporting the country's recovery and progress toward universal water, sanitation and hygiene services. Our work concentrated on safer areas like Tenkodogo and the Centre Ouest region.
As a result of our work in Tenkodogo, 6,000 low-income people now have access to sustainable, climate-resilient, water services, connecting two new boreholes to the network managed by ONEA, the national utility. We also helped 4,177 students and 100 teachers to improve hand hygiene and reduce the risk of disease in ten schools. Using an innovative, user-friendly educational approach, the campaign emphasised proper handwashing practices, which students could share within their families.
To further strengthen ONEA's capacity, we worked with the utility to prepare a US$ 15 million climate resilience funding proposal submitted to the African Development Bank. The funding will help develop a climate resilience strategy and priority investments for Burkina Faso's drinking water supply. We also improved monitoring and accountability among ten rural water private operators in seven regions through a workshop in November 2024. Participants were trained to use the mWater platform for biannual reporting, enabling detailed data collection and improved management of rural water systems.
We will continue to work in fragile contexts, strengthening services and encouraging resilience, capacity building, and collaboration. Despite the challenges, we've made a tangible impact, particularly in Tenkodogo.
Find out more about our work in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso at a glancePercentage of the country population with at least basic services (JMP)*
50% water | 25% sanitation | 9% hygiene
The context of our work
Highlight publications and outputs from 2024
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"In the past we'd have to go to the well and waste a whole day. Now in just two minutes we have water and can take care of our family and children. My familly does not get sick anymore. We no longer spend our money in the hospital. It's wonderful!" Somayeto, one of the women from the village of Sigri Yaoghin.
