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New Solar Water Plant Benefits 96,000 in South Sudan

12/11/2025

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A water treatment plant in Bor, South Sudan, funded by the Netherlands and South Korea for $5.4 million, has connected 96,000 residents to a solar-powered system.
Previously, families relied on contaminated White Nile water, risking health issues.
The project reduced water-fetching time and improved school attendance.
Despite progress, only 40% of South Sudan's population has reliable drinking water, underscoring the need for further investment.

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Story summary

A water treatment plant in Bor, South Sudan, funded by the Netherlands and South Korea for $5.4 million, has connected 96,000 residents to a solar-powered system.
Previously, families relied on contaminated White Nile water, risking health issues.
The project reduced water-fetching time and improved school attendance.
Despite progress, only 40% of South Sudan's population has reliable drinking water, underscoring the need for further investment.