Cairo – The United States has signed a $13.8 million agreement to support Egypt's water sector as part of the country's economic reform program. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of the Holding Company for Water and Wastewater (HCWW) and its subsidiaries, aligning with Egypt’s Sustainable Development Plan 2030.
"In support of the Government of Egypt’s strategic vision to reform water and wastewater utilities, USAID will provide technical assistance with a focus on operational efficiency and quality of service," stated Sherry F. Carlin, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director to Egypt. "This will help HCWW and its subsidiaries reach self-sufficiency and ensure the continuation of services vital for the health and well-being of Egyptian families."
Since 1978, USAID's programs in Egypt have received over $30 billion, focusing on promoting a healthy, educated, and employed population. Over four decades, this partnership has aimed at enhancing self-reliance, fostering stability, promoting economic growth, and reducing poverty in Egypt. In the water sector specifically, more than 25 million Egyptians now have access to clean water and sanitation through USAID-funded systems.
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