Adré, Chad — Amid a rapid influx of Sudanese refugees, the town of Adré in Chad faces a dual challenge: providing essential sanitation services and managing waste sustainably in an emergency context. Since April 2023, Adré has seen a massive influx of refugees fleeing violence in Darfur, straining local infrastructure.
The urgency of sanitation has been exacerbated by overflowing latrines, heightened epidemic risks, and a stretched sanitation system, leading to the deployment of international NGO Acted’s specialized waste management team. Acted’s intervention has been pivotal, taking over the management of the Faecal Sludge Treatment Plant (FSTP) in Adré. This plant, designed to serve up to 18,000 people with a desludging capacity of 400 m³ per month, has become a lifeline for the town, providing a safe treatment cycle for latrine waste and preventing contamination of water and soil.
The FSTP’s innovative approach, which includes converting treated sludge into eco-friendly charcoal and organic fertiliser, underscores Acted’s commitment to sustainable solutions.
As the project grows, it promises not only to improve living conditions in Adré but also to offer a model for similar contexts worldwide, highlighting the importance of community engagement and long-term resilience in the face of such humanitarian crises.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 3*
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Source: reliefweb
Source: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
