Ethiopia

Empowering Rural Communities with Innovative Water Solutions

There is a high rate of non-functionality of rural water schemes in Ethiopia (up to 19% or even more) due to structural underinvestment in operations and maintenance. The Helvetas model of enhanced private sector (youth enterprise) participation appears to be the most effective option for reducing the non-functionality of rural water schemes.

  • Project Name
    Youth Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Rural Services in Amhara Region (YES-Amhara)
  • Project Phase
    2021 to 2026
  • Funding
    Donations, contributions, SDC programme contribution
  • Budget
    CHF 1,400,000
  • Thematic focus
    WASH & Water Governance
    Private Sector Development
    Skills, Jobs and Income