Revolutionizing Water System: Solar Solutions for Pemba, Mozambique

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A solar-powered water system was inaugurated in Pemba, Mozambique, tackling a significant infrastructure issue in one of the country’s most populated urban areas. The USD 300,000 initiative aims to provide clean water to over 40,000 residents in Paquitequete, Pemba’s oldest neighbourhood. The rapid population growth, largely driven by internal displacement from the Cabo Delgado insurgency, has intensified the demand for water resources.

Developed in partnership with the Municipal Council of Pemba and funded by the Mozambique LNG Foundation—established by TotalEnergies, ENH, Mitsui, ONGC Videsh, Beas, BPRL, and PTTEP—the system features an underground reservoir with a capacity of 300,000 liters, an elevated tank of 30,000 liters, and a solar-powered pump network that distributes water through five 10,000-liter stations across the neighbourhood. This infrastructure enhances water quality and reliability, lessening reliance on alternative sources often compromised by high salinity.

The project aligns with Mozambique’s National Development Strategy 2025-2044 and the Resilience and Integrated Development Programme for Northern Mozambique (PREDIN). At the inauguration, Pemba’s mayor, Satar Abdulgani, emphasized the importance of water access, noting its economic benefits: “Reliable access to water significantly reduces health risks, enhances community resilience, and supports local businesses. Furthermore, the renewable energy aspect of this water infrastructure aligns with broader sustainable urban development efforts.”

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To ensure long-term sustainability, the Municipal Council of Pemba introduced a locally managed water committee, composed of community members overseeing operations and maintenance. This initiative enhances the project’s autonomy and secures a sustainable water supply for Paquitequete’s residents.