News from Mozambique

News items from Mozambique on the WASH sector.

Water supply: Sector reforms already producing results

Urban water reforms in full compliance with government and MDG goals.

Supply by private companies: Committee looks for balanced solutions

Cross-body committee set up to find solutions in licensing disputes.

Why do hand pumps in Mozambique break down?

There are four main factors that together or independently contribute to early breakdown of hand pumps in Mozambique, said the local water authority during a field visit of the Mozambique team.

Chimoio city benefits from 24 hour water supply

Starting next July, the city of Chimoio will have a 24 hour water supply system due to efforts undertaken by government’s FIPAG – Water Supply and Heritage Fund.

How long can we maintain our existing waterpumps?

Every year, many millions of dollars are spent on water supply, sanitation and hygiene, yet many of the most interested people have little information about the real costs of water services and sanitation.

Mozambique´s National Statistics Institute will make data more accurate and representative

A senior statistician at the National Statistics Institute in Mozambique says he expects a “wonderful collaboration” with WASHCost partners.

Thousands deprived of access to drinking water in Southern Mozambique

The small water supply system in Quissico, District of Zavala, out of action for over a month.

Transforming field questionnaires into real stories

Can a set of field questionnaires be shaped into real stories and contribute to a better understanding of the data and figures collected? The experience of Mozambique shows that this is possible.