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Hands filling a container at a safe water point
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Safe water access and hygiene

Water points, handwashing stations and hygiene education in peri-urban schools.

Location
Peri-urban districts of Nouakchott
Period
2026–2027

Context

Several fast-growing districts have limited access to safe water and insufficient sanitation facilities.

Issue

Recurrent waterborne diseases among children and related school absenteeism.

Beneficiaries

Pupils, teachers and families in the target districts

Results

Target outcome: sustainably equipped schools and a decline in reported waterborne illness.

Partners

Regional education directorates, water services and parent-teacher associations

Project gallery

Community water point used by neighbourhood residents