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Water and Sanitation Programme
▪ The Water and Sanitation programme stands as a cornerstone of public health and sustainable development,
as it directly impacts the overall quality of life within a community. Access to clean, potable water, and effective
sanitation systems are crucial for maintaining health, hygiene, and dignity of individuals, thereby contributing
to the well-being and productivity of the entire community.
The programme is under the LDAs and it encompasses various critical areas, including enhancing access to
potable water, augmenting the sustainability of supply systems and boreholes, improving environmental
hygiene and sanitation, and taking preventive measures against water contamination.
This comprehensive programme underscores the connection between water and sanitation and public health,
community empowerment, and overall socio-economic development.
▪ Five public toilets and a total of nine water
systems, have been completed. Some of these
are new, but others are rehabilitations that
commenced in FY22.
▪ The construction of 13 new boreholes equipped
with hand pumps is underway, along with the
rehabilitation of 23 existing ones. There are also
projects for two new water supplies, four water
systems, public sanitation facilities at schools
and health centers, and the construction of
two water supply systems with desalination
capabilities - the latter still being in the
design phase.
▪ In June, Sasol handed over three of the water
systems and two public toilets, with a ceremony
presided over by Inhambane Governor,
Daniel Chapo.
▪ Since the programme inception in July 2020,
noteworthy strides have been made, including
the rehabilitation of 74 boreholes, the
refurbishment of eight water supply systems,
the construction of 11 new water supply systems,
and the creation of 23 new manual pump sources.
In addition, the programme has established or
revitalised water committees, with a total of 110
already functioning in the two districts covered
by the programme.
Water and Sanitation Programme
Urban Planning
▪ Territorial planning is a pivotal aspect of
socio-economic growth, playing a crucial role
in creating sustainable, liveable, and prosperous
communities. It outlines a strategic approach
to maximise the efficient use of land and
resources to meet various needs. Therefore,
Sasol’s support to the development of territorial
planning projects, under the LDAs, is a tangible
manifestation of the essential role territorial
planning plays in the evolution and advancement
of communities.
▪ In Govuro, a total of nine strategic urbanisation
initiatives have been conceptualised, with
five already making headway. These projects
encompass the communities of Colonga, Pande
Sede, Chimedje, Maluvane, and Doane. Central
to these projects is parcelling and enhancing
road accessibility.
▪ To further fortify urbanisation management
capabilities in the Govuro district, Sasol is on
track to procure a vehicle dedicated specifically
to these projects’ oversight. Delivery of this
essential asset is expected to coincide with
the projects’ anticipated Phase 1 completion
date in September.
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