Desalinated water in Algeria: 60% of the population targeted by end of 2029
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of Water Resources says desalinated water reaches nearly 40% of the population, with 60% targeted by end of 2029.
In short
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of Water Resources said desalinated water supply covers nearly 40% of the population. The rate is expected to reach 60% by the end of 2029. He also announced the coming inauguration of a project connecting wilayas to the Cap Djinet station.
Key points
- Desalinated water: nearly 40% of the population covered, per Radio Algerienne.
- Stated target: 60% by the end of 2029.
- A project connecting Bouira, Medea and Tizi Ouzou to the Cap Djinet station was announced.
- Treated wastewater to be reused for farm irrigation and industry.
What the dispatch reports
According to Radio Algerienne, the minister spoke on Tuesday evening in Blida at the inauguration of a water transfer project from the Fouka 2 seawater desalination station in Tipasa.
He said desalinated water supply reaches nearly 40% of the population and is expected to rise to 60% by the end of 2029.
Projects mentioned
The same dispatch says the Blida project serves nine communes in the east of the wilaya. The Fouka 2 station has a total production capacity of 300.000 m3/day, of which 100 000 m3/day goes to Blida wilaya.
The minister said the commissioning cleared a deficit of about 54.000 m3/day.
- Communes served: Boufarik, Soumaa, Guerrouaou, Bougara, Ouled Slama, Bouinan, Larbaa, Chebli and Meftah.
- A programme is planned for 2027 in Blida wilaya.
Announcements ahead
The minister announced the inauguration, in the coming days, of a project connecting several wilayas, including Bouira, Medea and Tizi Ouzou, to the Cap Djinet seawater desalination station in Boumerdes wilaya.
He also stressed the importance of reusing treated wastewater for farm irrigation and industry.
Frequently asked questions
What share of the population receives desalinated water?
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of Water Resources says the rate is nearly 40% of the population.
What is the target for desalinated water?
The minister said, per Radio Algerienne, that the rate should reach 60% by the end of 2029.
Which wilayas will be connected to the Cap Djinet station?
According to the dispatch, the project concerns several wilayas, including Bouira, Medea and Tizi Ouzou. Its inauguration was announced for the coming days.