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Jordan News
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
27% of Water Flowing into Jordan 'Lost' - Jordan News
The Ministry of Water and Irrigation and the Judicial Council held a national workshop on Saturday to discuss ways to protect water resources in the Jordan Valley and enhance national efforts in facing the growing challenges in the water sector. اضافة اعلان During the opening of the workshop, Minister of Water and Irrigation, Eng. Raed Abu Saud, highlighted the major challenges facing Jordan's water sector. He stressed the importance of addressing water challenges, the increasing impacts of climate change, and the repeated violations of water resources, all of which pose serious obstacles to the sector's efforts to provide water to citizens and farmers. He explained that the National Water Strategy includes strengthening effective management of available resources and working to improve water consumption efficiency—whether through technological projects or in partnership with national and international institutions. The minister also praised the role of the Public Prosecution, the Judicial Council, and both public and private institutions in supporting the ministry's efforts and enforcing the law to ensure the protection and preservation of water resources for future generations. For his part, the Attorney General of Amman, Dr. Hassan Al-Abdallat, emphasized that water security and the protection of water resources is a shared responsibility that requires the concerted efforts of all parties. This begins with raising public awareness about the importance of conserving water sources, stopping violations, and reporting offenders. He added that these efforts also include the role of judicial officers and relevant employees in tracking violations, and the pivotal role of the Public Prosecution in apprehending violators and referring them to the judiciary to achieve both general and specific deterrence. Dr. Al-Abdallat emphasized that these measures aim to protect vital water resources and ensure their sustainability for future generations, underlining the need for everyone to fulfill their roles in safeguarding the nation's water security. Meanwhile, the Secretary-General of the Judicial Council, Dr. Ali Al-Masimi, praised the constructive cooperation over the past three years, noting that enforcing the rule of law and fully coordinating with all executive, legislative, and judicial bodies contributes to the development of the criminal justice system and the achievement of justice. Secretary-General of the Jordan Valley Authority, Eng. Hisham Al-Hayasa, outlined the authority's role in water management and agricultural development in the Jordan Valley. He pointed out that the valley's water system suffers from a water loss rate of up to 27% of the total flow. This includes physical losses due to leakage and administrative losses due to illegal water use, which calls for intensified efforts to enforce laws and monitor water resource usage. He expressed appreciation for the efforts of all ministries and national institutions, and also praised the collaboration between the judiciary and the relevant ministries, as well as international partners like the Water Conservation Project for their continuous support of this important workshop. He looked forward to practical programs that would enhance water security and sustainable development. The workshop included an in-depth discussion on the challenges facing the water system, the Authority's plans to bolster national efforts, and the importance of joint cooperation among various national institutions to ensure effective policy implementation—particularly enforcing laws to confront the increasing attacks on water facilities amid rising demand for water resources.
Ammon
06-07-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Water Ministry, U.S. government sign $39 million agreements
Ammon News - The Ministry of Water and Irrigation on Sunday signed agreements for projects under the Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Reduction Program, in partnership with the U.S. government, to benefit nearly four million residents in northern and central Jordan at a total value of $39 million. In a statement, Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Saud emphasized that efforts are focused on modernizing and upgrading water networks nationwide to reduce water losses, develop new networks, and improve the quality of services provided to citizens. He noted that these agreements mark the fourth phase of the NRW Reduction Program, funded by the U.S. government, building on years of productive cooperation to strengthen water management and boost operational efficiency at Yarmouk Water Company, which serves the governorates of Irbid, Jerash, Mafraq, and Ajloun. The $39 million agreement includes a $30 million grant from the U.S. government, with an additional $9 million contribution from the Water Authority. The projects will be implemented over four years, starting August 15 and running until December 14, 2029, benefiting more than 3.2 million residents and saving an estimated eight million cubic meters of water annually. The program will also build staff capacity, upgrade IT infrastructure, and enhance operating systems, followed by improvement plans to ensure long-term performance sustainability. A comprehensive field survey will be conducted in the four governorates, with tasks such as meter reading, billing, monitoring illegal use, providing leak detection vehicles and equipment, and forming dedicated maintenance teams. Additionally, Miyahuna Company signed a separate agreement under the U.S. grant to award a tender for rehabilitating three major pumping stations Mujib, Zarqa Ma'in, and Zara Ma'in to improve water supply efficiency for Amman and Zarqa. Valued at JD4 million, this project will enhance water services for more than one million citizens through advanced civil, mechanical, and electrical upgrades. The works will include building flood protection walls, rehabilitating Mujib Dam's main pumping line, installing high-efficiency pumps and automated valves, improving drainage, cleaning and upgrading internal systems, installing fully automated control systems, and connecting all three stations to the SCADA control center in Dabouq for better monitoring and rapid response. These upgrades will help minimize Zara Ma'in shutdowns during winter turbidity events, ensure continuous operation, increase annual supply by at least one million cubic meters, and reduce maintenance costs by 15 percent. This initiative is part of a series of NRW Reduction projects in their third phase, also funded by the U.S. government, including the Wadi Al-Seer Water Treatment Plant upgrade, awarded to Nasr Arshidat Company under Arabtech Jardaneh's supervision at a cost of JD 2.5 million. This upgrade will raise the plant's annual production capacity by 18 percent, equivalent to an extra one million cubic meters of water. During the signing ceremony, representatives from the U.S. Embassy reaffirmed the strength of the Jordan-U.S. partnership in tackling water challenges through sustainable, long-term development projects.
Jordan News
04-07-2025
- General
- Jordan News
Ministry of Water and Irrigation Releases 2024 Annual Report - Jordan News
The Ministry of Water and Irrigation has released its Annual Report for the year 2024, highlighting key achievements, ongoing challenges, and strategic plans aimed at enhancing water resource management and meeting the growing needs of citizens across Jordan. اضافة اعلان According to a statement issued by the Ministry on Thursday, the report underscores the government's efforts in addressing Jordan's pressing water challenges. It details major accomplishments in areas such as: Improvement of water distribution networks Development of new water sources Enhancement of water efficiency across different sectors Expansion of wastewater projects The report also outlines persistent challenges facing Jordan's water sector, including water scarcity, climate change, and increased demand, while laying out the Ministry's future roadmap. Key priorities include: Identifying and developing new water sources Boosting water use efficiency Reducing non-revenue (lost) water Raising public awareness on water conservation Strengthening transparency and accountability in resource management The report is now available on the Ministry's official website. It aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders, while also keeping the public informed on the Ministry's performance over the past year. Additionally, it serves to clarify the ongoing and planned efforts to overcome the nation's water challenges and ensure sustainable water management for the future.
Jordan News
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordanian Ministry of Water and Irrigation Delegation Reviews Morocco's Experience in Desalination - Jordan News
A delegation from Jordan's Ministry of Water and Irrigation, headed by the Secretary-General Dr. Jihad Al-Mahamid, visited the Moroccan Ministry of Equipment and Water to explore Morocco's experience in water desalination. The visit, which included field tours to several desalination plants and water facilities, aimed to strengthen cooperation frameworks and exchange expertise in water resource management between the two brotherly countries. اضافة اعلان Dr. Al-Mahamid stated that the visit included several meetings and site visits, all part of a joint cooperation program to benefit from Morocco's experience in desalination. He also highlighted Jordan's efforts in tackling increasing water challenges in recent years, with per capita water share dropping below 60 cubic meters annually. He emphasized Jordan's commitment to finding sustainable solutions, especially through projects like the National Water Carrier, which focuses on seawater desalination. Al-Mahamid gave an overview of Jordan's water resource management and the modern technologies the ministry is adopting in alignment with the National Water Strategy (2023–2040), aimed at achieving water security and sustainable national development. Eng. Saddam Khleifat, Director of the National Water Carrier Unit, provided a detailed presentation on the national desalination project and ongoing efforts to implement it. From the Moroccan side, Abdelkebir Alaoui, Director of Water Equipment at the Ministry of Equipment and Water, stressed the importance of partnership and knowledge exchange to confront the region's water challenges, driven by climate change and the widening gap between water demand and availability. He presented an overview of Morocco's water situation, highlighting the impacts of climate change and the country's plans to build new dams and seawater desalination plants. An extensive discussion took place between both parties, addressing various water-related issues and ways to establish effective mechanisms for enhancing joint cooperation in desalination, dams, and water management. The two sides also agreed to finalize the signing of a cooperation agreement in the water sector. The Jordanian delegation included Media Assistant and Spokesperson Omar Salameh, Director of the National Water Carrier Unit Eng. Saddam Khleifat, Head of the Desalination Department Eng. Haitham Al-Taani, Project Director Eng. Issa Al-War, representatives from the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), and other stakeholders. From the Moroccan side, attendees included Rachid Rajel (Water Planning), Jihan El Ouardi (Non-Conventional Water Resources), Issam El Gharari (Water Management), Mohamed Bir Hamma (Sanitation), and others. The delegation also met with Jordan's Ambassador to Morocco, Jumana Ghunaimat, at the embassy in Rabat. Ambassador Ghunaimat welcomed the Jordanian delegation and praised the Ministry's role in strengthening cooperation among Arab countries. She emphasized the importance of such initiatives in building bridges and promoting joint efforts to address shared water challenges. The delegation expressed their gratitude to Ambassador Ghunaimat for the warm reception and for the embassy's continuous efforts to enhance Jordanian-Moroccan collaboration. The visit included stops at the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water, the Rabat Water Treatment Plant, the Agadir Desalination Plant, the Massa-Souss River Basin Agency, and several technical meetings.
Jordan News
20-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
€24.3 Million from European Investment Bank to Reduce Water Loss in Jordan - Jordan News
€24.3 Million from European Investment Bank to Reduce Water Loss in Jordan The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a new loan of €24.3 million as additional financing for a project aimed at reducing water loss and increasing drinking water supply in Jordan. اضافة اعلان According to data from the bank, total financing for the project has now reached €94.5 million, with the new funding adding to the previous €70.2 million loan signed at the end of 2021. The project targets reducing water losses in the agricultural sector and enhancing drinking water supplies, especially in Amman and Irbid, to help address water shortages that hinder agricultural productivity in the Jordan Valley. It also aims to supply water more efficiently and resiliently, in response to climate change, as Jordan is among the countries with the lowest levels of freshwater availability per capita worldwide, amid rising demand and unsustainable use of groundwater. On March 19, 2025, the Ministry of Water and Irrigation signed an agreement with the EIB to support the Bani Kenanah Water Systems Improvement Project (phases 2, 3, and 4), valued at $51 million, to improve water supply services across 25 villages in Bani Kenanah, particularly amid rising demand and the high number of refugees in northern areas. The project includes installing over 630 kilometers of main and secondary pipelines, constructing two water reservoirs, a modern pumping station, household connections, smart meters, and a SCADA control system. Once completed by the end of 2027, it is expected to enable 93% of the target population to receive water through gravity flow, reduce water loss, and boost supply efficiency. In 2024, the EIB signed four financing agreements with the Jordanian government, totaling €497 million, to support vital development projects in health, water security, and climate adaptation, including the National Water Carrier Project between Aqaba and Amman. These agreements included: €47 million for part of the Aqaba-Amman Water Desalination and Transmission Project (signed on June 6, 2024), aiming to supply 300 million cubic meters of potable water annually to Amman and other provinces. In October 2024, two agreements worth €449.1 million were signed to support water security and climate adaptation projects, focused on reducing non-revenue water, increasing water supplies, and improving sanitation services. A fourth agreement, signed on October 14, 2024, allocated €990,000 to support Jordan's public health sector. This funding aims to strengthen the country's COVID-19 response and prepare the healthcare system for future health crises, boosting its resilience and emergency preparedness. — Al-Mamlaka TV
