Al-Mahra Governor Discusses Water Sector Needs and Development with Deputy Minister
On Sunday, Al-Mahra Governor Mohammed Ali Yasser discussed with the Deputy Minister of Water and Environment, Mujahid Abu Shawarib Issa bin Afrar, and the Head of the General Corporation for Water and Sanitation, Engineer Ali Salem Askar, the needs of the water and sanitation sector in the governorate and ways to develop its services and improve its performance.
Governor bin Yasser affirmed the local authority's commitment to providing water services to citizens, considering it a top priority. He highlighted the challenges facing the sector, the damage caused by climate change, and the increased pressure on services due to population growth and the governorate's reception of thousands of displaced people, which requires enhanced coordination and intensified efforts to meet citizens' needs.
The meeting addressed the main difficulties facing the corporation's branches in the districts, their operational and technical needs, and the necessary measures to improve water and sanitation services, especially in areas affected by the deterioration of water sources and infrastructure.
For his part, the Deputy Minister of Water and Environment affirmed the ministry's interest in supporting the water sector in Al-Mahra and addressing existing damages and challenges. He mentioned the work on implementing several projects and interventions with support from the World Bank and UNOPS, including the adoption of two solar energy systems for the Fouri and Al-Jaza fields, along with other interventions. He also announced plans to begin studies for a sanitation project in Al-Ghaydah city, the governorate's capital, and other projects in Al-Mahra's districts.
In turn, the Head of the General Corporation for Water and Sanitation, Engineer Ali Salem Askar, explained that the visit is part of periodic field visits to assess the conditions of the corporation's branches and identify their needs. He noted that a technical team visited several districts, identified the main problems and difficulties, and developed initial solutions, with ongoing efforts to address the remaining challenges in coordination with the local authority leadership and relevant bodies.
Source: Al-Mahra Media Center
