Hitosa Ethiopia

Question 1

Why is there need for a water transfer in Ethiopia

Answer 1

recently there has been a shortage of drinking water, limited water as it is on hot dry plains, water was collected from seasonal rivers, collecting water was time-consuming - walking 50km, negative impact on economic opportunities, annual rainfall is low

Question 2

Advantages of the Ethiopia water scheme

Answer 2

completed on time and on budget, reliable and safe water for 65 000 people, managed by local community, less time collecting water, 100 people permanently employed, standpipes used to supply water to houses and farmers for irrigation

Question 3

Disadvantages of the Ethiopia water scheme

Answer 3

too expensive to replace after 30-year lifespan, no education about hygiene around standpipes, tap hygiene is poor and risk of diseases spreading, agriculture is now using an excessive amount of water