King Salman Center Initiates Three Water Projects to Enhance Infrastructure in Marib
- The King Salman Center funds three water projects in Marib with a $25.2 million budget.
- Over 50,000 displaced individuals and local residents will benefit from improved water services.
- Projects include expansions in Al-Suwaida and Al-Jufayna camps, and rehabilitation in Ben Aboud.
- Saudi Arabia's support aims to enhance local water infrastructure and alleviate humanitarian needs.
Foundation Laid for Water Projects in Marib
Introduction to the Projects
Today, Dr. Abdurrahman Muftah, the Deputy Governor of Marib, laid the foundation for a significant project aimed at improving access to safe water services for displaced individuals and the host community in the city district. Funded by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, the initiative has a budget of $25.2 million and will be implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
Project Details
Dr. Muftah, accompanied by key officials including Hussein bin Jalal, Director of the General Water and Sanitation Corporation, Abdulrahman Al-Suyari, Director of the King Salman Center, and Tamjid Haidar, Director of the IOM office, received a detailed briefing on the initiative. This project aims to enhance the infrastructure for sustainable water services in displacement camps and residential neighborhoods. It is expected to meet the needs of over 50,000 displaced individuals and local residents.
The project encompasses three major water initiatives:
- Expansion of the Al-Suwaida Water Project in the northern part of the city.
- Expansion of the water project in Sector Ten at the Al-Jufayna displacement camp in the southern area.
- Rehabilitation of the water project in the Ben Aboud neighborhood and surrounding areas in the eastern part of the city.
Importance of the Projects and Saudi Support
Dr. Muftah emphasized the critical nature of these projects, which represent a transformative step in providing safe water. The benefits will extend to displaced individuals in the Al-Suwaida and Al-Jufayna camps, as well as residential areas in the eastern part of the city. This is particularly vital given that Marib hosts over 62% of the displaced population in Yemen.
He also praised the humanitarian and developmental support from Saudi Arabia, which plays a crucial role in alleviating the suffering of displaced individuals and enhancing the local authority’s capacity to deliver essential services. The Director of the General Water Corporation noted that these projects mark a shift from emergency solutions reliant on water tankers to the establishment of a comprehensive water infrastructure. These improved solutions aim to reduce long-term operational costs and ensure a sustainable water supply for beneficiaries.
Conclusion
These projects will expand access to safe water for new residential areas and displacement camps, addressing the growing needs of the population in Marib. This initiative will contribute to the region’s stability and enhance community well-being.
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