In the face of challenges linked to climate change, pressure on natural resources and growing water demands for domestic, agricultural and pastoral uses, a better understanding of groundwater is essential to guide investment in water infrastructure.

This project aimed to produce detailed mapping and an assessment of aquifer potential by combining remote sensing, geophysical analyses and hydrogeological studies. The results identified the areas most suitable for the development of sustainable water infrastructure, whilst contributing to risk prevention, territorial resilience and the reduction of conflicts over access to natural resources.

Type of services provided

• Mapping of groundwater resources using remote sensing, geophysical analyses and multi-criteria GIS approaches.

• Conducting hydrogeological studies to assess the potential, quality and recharge of aquifers.
• Groundwater modelling to improve understanding of its dynamics and availability.
• Analysis of the interactions between water resources, human activities, agriculture, livestock farming and climate change.
• Conducting field surveys on water use and existing water infrastructure.
• Identifying the most suitable sites for establishing sustainable water points for communities, agriculture and livestock farming.
• Developing a database and decision-support tools for the sustainable management of water resources.
• Capacity building for national and local stakeholders and developing a strategy to ensure the long-term sustainability of water services in rural areas.

Faced with the combined effects of climate change, population growth and increasing pressure on water resources, Niger is confronting major challenges in the sustainable management of groundwater. In the Tahoua region, improving understanding of this resource has become a priority in order to secure the water supply and guide management decisions.

Against this backdrop, UNICEF has initiated the development of a groundwater monitoring system designed to provide reliable data on the availability and trends of this resource. The study aimed to identify the most suitable sites for the installation of monitoring wells using an approach combining hydrogeological analyses, GIS tools and multi-criteria analysis.

Type of services provided

• Collection and analysis of geological, hydrogeological and hydrological data for the Tahoua region.

• Conducting a multi-criteria analysis using GIS to identify suitable locations for monitoring wells.
• Assessment of key parameters such as aquifer recharge, soil permeability and topographical characteristics.
• Validation of shortlisted sites through geophysical investigations.
• Support for the design of the groundwater monitoring network and the selection of exploration sites.
• Drafting of the terms of reference for drilling works.
• Assistance to the client in the supervision and monitoring of drilling operations.

Libya faces extreme water stress due to its arid climate, limited surface water resources, and heavy reliance on groundwater, a largely non-renewable resource. To address the growing challenges related to water availability, increasing demand across sectors, and the impacts of climate change, the Government of National Unity initiated the development of a National Water Security Strategy based on the principles of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). The strategy aims to ensure the sustainable use of water resources, strengthen the sector’s resilience, and improve water governance at the national level.

The project is part of the Madagascar Drinking Water Access Improvement Project (PAAEP), a US$220 million World Bank programme. It aims to develop a new water supply master plan for Greater Antananarivo, covering not only the Urban Community of Antananarivo (AUC) with its 6 districts, but also 35 surrounding communes grouped into three districts (Ambohidratrimo, Antananarivo Avaradrano, and Antananarivo Atsimondrano). Project carried out in collaboration with our sister company Urbaconsulting.

The aim : is to provide JIRAMA and MEAH with a long-term investment planning tool to ensure the population has access to safe drinking water, taking into account both the city’s growth and the impacts of climate change.

With sea levels projected to rise, UNDP and the Agence de Protection et d’Aménagement du Littoral (APAL) have set up a resilience program called: « Adressing Climate Change vulnerabilities and risks in vulnerable coastal areas of Tunisia ».
The study seeks to assess the vulnerability of water resources and communities in two coastal areas: Ghar El Mehl and Djerba.The aim of the study is to propose an action plan to prevent saltwater instrusion into the groundwater and soil.

Conducting a baseline assessment of water resources and their uses and preparing an investment plan for 2025.

The Global Centre for Adaptation (GCA) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have launched the African Adaptation Acceleration Programme (AAAP). One of the pillars of this programme is the African Infrastructure Resilience Accelerator (AIRA), which aims to integrate climate resilience into more than US$7 billion worth of investments by 2025. As part of the AIRA, the Drinking Water Infrastructure Construction, Rehabilitation and Extension project being implemented in 7 provinces of Burundi (CREI) conducted a study to assess rural water supply services’ vulnerability to climate change and propose a range of adaptation options.

The aim of the MIONJO project (supporting resilient livelihoods in southern Madagascar) is to improve communal and inter-communal infrastructure and local economic development for the people of southern Madagascar, who are among the most vulnerable on the island.
The Government of Madagascar and the World Bank have agreed that this MIONJO project should also include structuring investments in the water sector (drinking water and water for agricultural use).

The HAWKAMAA-EU project aimed to build the capacities of water governance actors – public institutions and civil society – to deliver sustainable services to local host and refugee communities in Lebanon.
The project was implemented by a consortium of non-governmental organisations that included ACTED, We World-GVC, Solidarités International, Action against Hunger, and Lebrelief, with the support of Lewap.
The purpose of the study was to support effective multi-stakeholder decision-making and action through water balance modelling to improve water resource conservation and management in two basins to maximise economic, environmental and social benefits (Al Ghadir and Al Assi). Additionally, previous ongoing work was continued for a third basin (Al Ostuan River basin).
The “Water Evaluation and Planning” (WEAP) modelling software was used. This is a tool that takes an integrated approach to water resources planning and enables both hydraulic and socio-economic conditions to be taken into account. The outputs of these water balance models were assessed and translated into policy-relevant targets, and used to further support the design of measuring programmes to achieve these targets.

The overall objective of this project is to update current knowledge of the country’s groundwater and surface water resources. This includes:

• Characterising current and potential groundwater and surface water vulnerability areas.
• Assessing the effects of climate change, their impacts on water resource quality and quantity, and the different water resource uses, and identifying prevention measures.