RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has provided a grant of $10 million to support water projects in the conflict-hit Sudan, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Wednesday.
The signing ceremony took place at the office of the Kingdom’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations and other international organisations in Geneva, in the presence of the Saudi permanent representative, Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Khothaila.
The assistance provided through the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) will support the rehabilitation and expansion of Sudan’s main water networks, including improvements to the Nile water supply system in Khartoum; upgrading operations to solar power; enhancing technical capacity; and engaging local communities to ensure sustainability.
The project aims to improve access to clean water, reduce the risk of disease and epidemics, promote public health, and enhance resilience to environmental challenges.
The agreement is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader development efforts to end suffering, reduce waterborne disease risks, and support community health, particularly among the most vulnerable populations, helping restore dignity and improve quality of life in Sudan.
The cooperation between the Saudi Fund for Development and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees spans more than a decade.
During this period, the fund has financed 18 development projects across eight developing countries, with a total value exceeding $ 85 million, benefiting more than five million people and reflecting their shared commitment to sustainable development.
