By Zakaria Hassan - Reporter
Djibouti, 1 April 2026 Djibouti and the World Bank have signed a partnership agreement aimed at improving access to drinking water and strengthening resilience to drought, Djibouti’s state news agency ADI reported.
The agreement, signed on Tuesday in Djibouti City, includes financing of 6.5 billion Djiboutian francs (about $36.5 million) to support priority water infrastructure and service projects.
Officials said the initiative aims to raise access to safe drinking water to 98 per cent by 2030 in a country regularly affected by water scarcity.
“This agreement reflects the commitment of the highest authorities to act quickly on water challenges, which remain a national priority,” said Economy and Finance Minister Ilyas Moussa Dawaleh.
He added that the project aligns with the development priorities set by President Ismail Guelleh and praised the World Bank’s continued support in key sectors such as infrastructure and basic services.
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World Bank representative to Djibouti Fatou Fall said the partnership would help improve living conditions and strengthen resilience to drought.
“This partnership aims to sustainably improve the living conditions of the population and enhance resilience to the effects of drought,” she said.
The agreement forms part of Djibouti’s national development programme, which prioritises expanding water services with support from international partners.
Djibouti, a country with limited natural water resources, faces recurring drought and rising demand for water, making investment in water infrastructure a key component of its development strategy.