£1.5 Million Deal Signed to Support Water Services for Syrian Refugees in Jordan - Jordan News
The funding will cover the operation and maintenance of centralized water and wastewater systems in both camps from July 2025 through March 2026. The support comes at a critical time, as humanitarian operations in Jordan continue to face significant funding shortfalls despite persistent urgent needs.
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