AFRICAN UNION-AIP WATER INVESTMENT SUMMIT 2025

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Investment Platform and Blended Facility Projects Pipeline

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wdt_ID wdt_created_by wdt_created_at wdt_last_edited_by wdt_last_edited_at Project name Project description Sub-sector Location Implementing agents Project components Project rationale Project total cost Environmental analysis Social analysis Year of project preparation Last milestone known Estimated number of years to completion, once finance raised Estimated date/year to start operation
1Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMStudy, design and construction of appropriate wastewater management facilities1. Study and design of appropriate wastewater facilities for different urban/Peri-urban cities nationwide 2. Wastewater flow diagram of urban and Peri-urban cities nationwide 3. Construction of wastewater management facilities nationwideUrban WASH services Power generation Water treatmentNigeriaFEDERAL MINISTRY OF WATER RESOURCES AND SANITATION ABUJACONSTRUCTION OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIESTo put in place appropriate wastewater management facilities in all the Urban/Peri-urban cities Nationwide1,000,000,000 NAIRA2024S1: Project definition and planning S2B: Feasibility study S3A: Project Structuring S3B: Financial Close3 years2024
2Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMAccelerating safe water impact by building entrepreneurial pipelines and ecosystemsBuild a stable pipeline of entrepreneurs from activation, incubation & acceleration so we can achieve SDG-6 related impact at scale. What we suggest to do together with you is to jointly build a thriving entrepreneur pipeline and the related supportive ecRural WASH services Urban WASH services Ecosystem restoration, management and nature based solutions Water transfer and reticulationUganda, Ghana and ZambiaCEWASBringing together at least 300 stakeholder form the policy level, financiers, NGOs, utilities, support orgs, etc. to build capacities and jointly shape the entrepreneurial ecosystem that is needed so entrepreneurs can do their job Motivating young talentWhat we have learned in the last decade I that there is no shortage of funds for investments at later stages. There is a shortage of entrepreneurs in the pipeline that create impact and are investable at the same time. Hence, we need to apply a systemic a1.2 million EUROS2024-2025S1: Project definition and planning S2A: Pre-feasibility study S3A: Project Structuring
3Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSomalia Deep Groundwater Investment Program (SDGIP): Nature-based solution for climate resilience in Somalia.The SDGIP aims to increase access to water in Somalia by tapping from deep aquifers. The strategy combines public-private funding, focusing on regulations, investments, and sustainable aquifer development. The 2019 2M USD ODA technical study funded by NorIrrigation Rural WASH services Urban WASH services Ecosystem restoration, management and nature based solutions Water transfer and reticulation Bulk and raw water supply Water storage Water resources developmentSomaliaMinistry of Energy and Water Resource (MoEWR)Component 1, Component 2, Component 3, and Component 4'-Somalia is experiencing its worst drought in recorded history. Climate change is causing chaos and a devastating drought has already resulted in the tragic loss of 43,000 lives, in 2022 alone. - United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, during90,050,000 USDSomalia's geography is characterized by arid and semi-arid regions, with limited freshwater resources. The country experiences cyclical droughts, which contribute to water scarcity. Groundwater sources, including aquifers, are essential for sustaining comThe project is situated in Somalia, a country marked by diverse demographics. The population comprises various ethnic groups, with significant distinctions in cultural practices and languages. Somali society is predominantly patriarchal, with distinct gen2023S1: Project definition and planning10 years2024
4Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMKajiado wastewater to irrigation & drinking waterThe County of Kajiado is a dry and arid counties in Kenya. A group of farmers, supported by a Dutch waster treatment specialist wants to start treating and re-using wastewater for irrigation & drinking water, create jobs, grow food and deliver safe waterIrrigation Rural WASH services Urban WASH services Ecosystem restoration, management and nature based solutions Water transfer and reticulation Bulk and raw water supply Water treatment Water storage Water resources developmentKenyaKwa Shamba Kajiado Cooperative Society1) Phase 1 Filter: raw wastewater treatment: Sieve bend, septic tank, overflow tank, helophyte (bio) filter, irrigation water tank. 2) Phase 2 Filter: Membrane water treatment system 3) Permaculture farm 4) Biofuel (briquettes) 5) Biofertilizer productionKajiado County does not have a sewage system in place. Wastewater is collected using vacuum trucks and discharged at unclear locations. At the same time is Kajiado a water scarce county suffering from frequent droughts causing high human and animal mortal270000 EUROSForecasting the future of Kajiado Central is not difficult and unfortunately gives a sad, yet reliable predition.Threats: - Pastoral Masai keep increasing herds of cows, goats and sheep: decades of overgrazing followed by erosion. - Lack of awareness coExcellent contacts with the leadership of the families/tribe and offering employment to multiple members of the community has assisted the farm to a wide extend. Numerous (trespassing) issues have been solved through mediation of several chiefs. Making wa2022S3B: Financial Close0.5 yearQ2/2024
5Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMEco-Resilient Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Hub (ERAER Hub)The ERAER Hub restores aquatic ecosystems using technology, traditional knowledge, community involvement and circular economy principles in Zambia. It enhances biodiversity, climate resilience and local economies, empowering communities for long-term sustEcosystem restoration, management and nature based solutionsZambiaBlue and Green Water Guardians1. Project Assessment and Planning:Remote Sensing Technology and GIS Mapping: Utilizing advanced technology for precise assessment of aquatic ecosystem degradation.Ecological Research and Assessment: Conducting in-depth ecological research to understaThe proposed Eco-Resilient Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Hub (ERAER Hub) represents a critical initiative to restore and conserve Zambia's aquatic ecosystems. The rationale behind this project is firmly rooted in the pursuit of sustainable development, th5,650,000 USDThe Environmental Analysis of the Eco-Resilient Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Hub (ERAER Hub) project is a critical component that ensures the initiative aligns with sustainable environmental practices and adheres to environmental regulations. This analysThe Social Analysis of the Eco-Resilient Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Hub (ERAER Hub) project examines the potential social impacts and benefits associated with the initiative. This analysis considers how the project interacts with and affects local comm2025S1: Project definition and planning5 years2025
6Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMDeveloping READEPT-Aim Digital Tool for Climate Adaptation And Ecosystems Services’ Optimization In The Congo Basin (READEPT-Aim-Cob)Ecosystem based Management of the Congo Basin for multiple outcomes using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Modeling, The project will be generating Digital services for water and irrigation, early warning systems for health and sanitation outcIrrigation Flood protection Rural WASH services Urban WASH services Mining and bulk industrial Power generation Ecosystem restoration, management and nature based solutions Water resources development otherDemocratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Burundi, Congo, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Rwanda, Tanzania, ZambiaERE/ CRREBaC / University of Kinshasa (DRC), CEA-MITIC/ UNIVERSITY GASTON-BERGER (SENEGAL), DNRE/UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT (USA), ETS/ UNIVERSITY OF QUEBEC (CANADA)Three Major Components + IAO 0: Administration and Support:IAO 1 AI-ML modelling devices developed, tested and applied in watershed management IAO 1.1 ReADePT-AIM software developed modeling devices applied to hydro-economic classifications and clThe Congo River discharges on average 41,800 m3/s to the Atlantic Ocean, that is about 1,300 billion m3 average annual flow volume, making it the second largest basin in the world after the Amazon. It is a reservoir of about 52% of the total fresh water vUSD 1,987,300ReADePT-AIM: A Watershed Management tool for Climate Adaptation. It is multidisciplinary and collaborative computer modeling tool for analytical research in Integrated Watershed Management using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. It addresses tThe ReADePT-AIM Tool will focus on modeling and analytical work that will benefit trans-boundary water resources governance, including climate-related risks to future development of specific social sectors. This analysis focuses on minimizing risks in the2023S1: Project definition and planning S2A: Pre-feasibility study S2B: Feasibility study S3A: Project Structuring S3B: Financial Close3 yearsDecember 2023
7Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMTarach Dam Water Supply ProjectProject comprises of large dam, approximately 40 Km from both Kalobeyei and Kakuma Refugee Camps in Kenya. The project will serve 300,000 people refugees and host communities) with domestic water supply, over 100,000 livestock, and irrigate 105 acres.Irrigation Flood protection Rural WASH services Water transfer and reticulation Bulk and raw water supply Water treatment Water storage Water resources development Disaster risk managementKenyaNorthern Water Works Development AgencyRiver Abstraction point:- Upper reaches of river Tarach near Loito areas, North of Kakuma in Latea ward Catchment potential: 34,000,000 m3, Volume of the proposed dam: - 5,000,000 m3 and, Delineated Catchment size is 2,594 Sq.Km  Project components: DamKakuma Refugee Camp is located in Turkana County, North-Western of Kenya, and 120 kilometres from the County headquarters (Lodwar) and 95 kilometres from the Lokichoggio’s Kenya-Sudan border. Kakuma has played host to refugees drawn from over 20 countriesUSD 15,0000002017S2B: Feasibility study4 years2027
8Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMIsiolo Dam Water Supply ProjectThe proposed dam is intended to regulate the flows of the Ewaso Nyiro River, supply water to Isiolo town, the proposed Isiolo resort city and rural areas of Isiolo, Laikipia and Samburu counties. The project will also generate 16MW of hydropowerIrrigation Flood protection Power generation Water transfer and reticulation Bulk and raw water supply Water treatment Water storageKenyaNational Water Storage and Harvesting Authority (NWHSA)the project is to increase daily water supply for domestic/industrial use by 58,473m3/d and provide 46,656m3/d to irrigate up to 540Ha. The demand area includes the proposed Isiolo Resort City. During the concession period, the proposed project will incluIsiolo Town is currently underserved by an old and dilapidated infrastructure. The population has since increased tenfold, and as a result the water demand has far exceeded the production capacity of the existing water supply. This has necessitated substaKShs 32 Billion2013S2B: Feasibility study4 years2027
9Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMGeba Cascade Hydropower PlantGeba Hydropower Project is located in Oromia Region of Ethiopia and the 371.5 MW capacity of Geba Hydropower Project is a cascade scheme with two independent plants namely Geba stage 1 and Geba stage 2 (GB1 and GB2).Power generationEthiopiaEthiopian Electric Power (EEP)The Geba 1 and 2 will be commissioned after 5 years of construction work, following the update of the ESIA and preparation RAP studies, PPP bidding process and contract negotiations period of about 2 years. - Update exiting feasibility, ESIA and prepare RIn Ethiopia, annual consumption per capita is relatively low, at slightly over 100 kilowatt-hours (kWh), despite the growing economy. The main benefit of the Geba project is the provision of significant amount of electric power to the Ethiopian society, wThe total cost for the GB 1 and GB2 power plant is estimated at 767,688,400 USD which is going to be covered through the PPP developer. As EEP, it’s expected to cover all costs for updating the feasibility, ESIA and RAP studies and preparation of tender dThe Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) has been prepared for the purpose of commenting on the likely environmental, socio-economic and cultural impacts arising from the development of a hydroelectric power scheme on the Geba River in EthiopSee item#15Two and half (2 &1/2) years are required to prepare the project.S2A: Pre-feasibility study5 yearsSeven and half years (7 & ½ ) years will be required to get into operational.
10Satsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMSatsiri Winberg17/04/2025 09:41 PMGenale Dawa Basin Integrated Water Resources Management ProjectIntegrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) is a process, which promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land and related resources in order to maximize the resultant economic and social welfare in an equitable and participatory mannFlood protection Ecosystem restoration, management and nature based solutions Water resources development Disaster risk managementEthiopianoneCapacity building and knowledge management. Integrated watershed managements (Natural Resources Management and development) Water resources management (improving water use ) Sustainable Livelihood Improvement Establishing Water Information System New autThe country economic growth especially in construction and manufacturing sectors is driving demand for electricity at an annual rate of about 20%. As could be witnessed by the frequent outages and load shedding, electricity demand has already outstripped.175000000USD2023S1: Project definition and planning S2A: Pre-feasibility study S2B: Feasibility study S3A: Project Structuring S3B: Financial Close5 years2024