- Solar energy to resolve drought problems in Tanzania.
- The development will also contribute to the socio-economic development in Tanzania.
Experts in water and energy solutions have asked for additional investments in solar water pumps in the aftermath of inconsistent rainfall and dry weather as Tanzania joined the rest of the globe in commemorating World Water Day.
They contended that the deployment of solar water pumps will increase the nation’s resilience by fortifying it against changes in rainfall brought on by climate change or erratic seasonal patterns.
With studies indicating that rainfall totals in the Horn of Africa in 2022 were the lowest in 70 years, Tanzania and the Horn of Africa are facing a record-breaking sixth year of drought, posing a threat to the food security of the area.
According to Edward Davis, director of Davis & Shirtliff, the tendency could be reversed in the future with the use of technology that promotes efficient pumping, water harvesting, treatment, and recycling. Millions of Tanzanians still have insufficient access to clean water, with many communities dependent on expensive to operate hand pumps or electric water pumps.
World Water Day in 2023 aims to speed up progress toward resolving the water and sanitation problem. World Water Day, observed every year on March 22, promotes awareness of the water and sanitation crisis and encourages action. In 1993, World Water Day was recognised as a UN holiday. It aims to draw attention to the world’s water shortage.