Hitosa, Ethiopia, Local Water Supply Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Why was the scheme necessary?
A
Largely rural area
Located 160km away from Addis Ababa (capital)
One of the poorest countries in Africa- GNI $790 per capita
Lack of available water
2
Q
What does the scheme involve?
A
Gravity-fed
Takes water from springs high in mountain slopes
Mount bada reaches 4000m above sea level
Funded by water aid £1,000,000
3
Q
Advantages
A
Completed on time and within budget
Successfully still providing reliable water 20 years later
Supplies over 65,000 people with 25 litres a day
Managed by local people
4
Q
Disadvantages
A
May be too costly to replace after 30 days
Did not include any education about hygiene and sanitation
Disputes over amount different people using it
