Pumping Station Rehabilitation Project
Overview
- Reference: P-EG-AAC-010
- Appraisal Date: 01/11/2010
- Board Presentation: 01/02/2011
- Status: PipelinePIPE
- Implementing Agency: MINISTRY OF WATER RESOURCES & IRRIGATION
- Location: Countrywide in Egypt
Description
The project aims to rehabilitate 12 pumping stations located in Lower and Upper Egypt which have reached the end of their operational lifetime. Their rehabilitation will secure reliable and stable water sources for irrigation, allow proper operation and maintenance of the pumps and raise agricultural productivity in their command areas. The estimated cost is Euro 37.65 m (foreign) and EGP 617.5 m (local).
Rationale
The project is the Government's priority. It aims to increase agricultural production and productivity through increased area under irrigation.
Benefits
It will increase incomes of farmers and also reduce food insecurity in the country.
Key contacts
AMADOU Ibrahim Ahamed - OSAN1
Estimated Cost
| Amount |
|---|
| EGP 900,000,000 |
