Peri-urban Water and Sanitation Project
Kamuzu Dam II with fuse gate crest
Water kiosk in low income area
Country: Malawi
Review of the feasibility studies and designs for the rehabilitation of the water supply systems of Blantyre (820,000 people) and Lilongwe (670,000 people) including the proposed extension of the service area to low-income areas.
Field inspection and assessment of the technical condition of the water production, transmission and distribution facilities. Preparation of an investment plan and an application for the ACP-EU Water Facility.
Works were to be implemented through a private sector service contract. Preparation of Terms of Reference for the transaction advisor.
Preparation of an outline of the private sector service contract for operation of water kiosks and private operation and maintenance of small distribution districts in low-income areas.
Preparation of a concept for the support of basic sanitation in low-income areas, including using a participatory approach and education in health and hygiene.
- Assessment of rehabilitation requirements
- Preparation of a priority investment program
- Development of a concept for water and sanitation services for low-income areas