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Japan Contributes $157,000 to Development in Morocco's Errachidia, Tinghir
Doha – Three rural Moroccan communities received development aid this week as part of Japan's ongoing KUSANONE program. On June 11 and 12, Japanese Ambassador to Morocco, Masahiro Nakata, attended official handover ceremonies in Errachidia and Tinghir provinces, delivering grants totaling MAD 1,570,000 ($157,000). The KUSANONE program, which translates to 'grassroots,' targeted three specific community needs in Morocco's southeastern regions with grants for local micro-projects contributing to human security. In Errachidia province, the ALJID Agricultural Cooperative received funding for the construction of a 950-meter concrete irrigation canal in Ksar Taznakte. This project will benefit approximately 2,300 residents from 460 families in the M'daghra commune. The new irrigation system aims to strengthen the local ecosystem's resilience against climate change impacts while increasing water flow and reducing irrigation time. Importantly, it will improve local food security by expanding irrigated agricultural land. Moving to Tinghir province, the Bougafer Association for Agriculture, Environment and Sustainable Development secured support for an irrigation system upgrade in Taghia Nilmchane village within Taghzout Nait Atta commune. The project will install a solar pumping system and an economical storage basin, benefiting 460 farming families or approximately 3,800 residents. This initiative focuses on optimizing water usage to improve agricultural production profitability and expand irrigable land. The third project addresses drinking water access in Ouaklim village, also in Tinghir province. The Azag Drinking Water Association will implement improvements that will benefit around 540 families, or 5,000 residents. This initiative will ensure water availability even during dry periods, eliminate the need for women and children to transport water over long distances, and help reduce rural exodus by stabilizing the local population. These three projects represent the latest in Japan's long-standing KUSANONE program, which was established in 1989. The program primarily supports NGOs and local communities. To date, Japan has funded 374 community development projects across Morocco, with cumulative donations exceeding MAD 180 million ($18 million). The handover ceremonies were attended by local authorities and representatives from the beneficiary organizations. According to the Tokyo Embassy, this speaks to the continued cooperation between Morocco and Japan in addressing fundamental human security needs. Tags: Development projectsErrachidiaMorocco JapanTinghir
See - Sada Elbalad
07-05-2025
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- See - Sada Elbalad
Japan Provids Water Purification Stations in Al Ayyat through 'KUSANONE' Grant Program
Nada Mustafa On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, His Excellency Mr. IWAI Fumio, Ambassador of Japan to Egypt, and Dr. Zeinab Mekkey, Board head of Future Girls Association for Society Development, witnessed the successful completion of the Japanese 'KUSANONE' project (Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects). This project, implemented by Future Girls Association for Society Development in the grant amount of approximately US$ 60,000, provides an access to safe purified water in Al Ayyat, Giza Governorate by establishing 2 water purification stations and installing 4 tricycles. This project contributes to reducing health risks by providing the community with access to safe and secure water. The water stations are now able to supply 24,000 liters of purified water per day, reaching approximately 2,400 families in Al Ayyat. During the signing ceremony, Ambassador Iwai expressed his pleasure at the successful completion of the project and his appreciation for Future Girls Association Development's efforts in making it a reality. "These new water purification stations will provide clean water to thousands of people, significantly improving their health and well-being," Dr. Mekky said. "We are incredibly grateful for the support of the Japanese government and the "KUSANONE" program. Studies show that 69% of residents in this area suffer from kidney and intestinal diseases due to impure water. These new stations will make a real difference in the lives of the people here, providing a sustainable source of clean water for years to come, benefiting generations to come." The 'KUSANONE' project is an important part of Japan's development cooperation efforts, providing targeted financial support to non-profit organizations, including NGOs, to address local community needs. Since its inception in 1994, Japan has contributed over USD 11 million to fund 181 projects in Egypt, in collaboration with 130 NGOs. These projects span key sectors such as education, healthcare, water and sanitation, vocational training, women's empowerment, and support for individuals with special needs. Japanesr Ambassador to Egypt Japanesr Ambassador to Egypt Japanesr Ambassador to Egypt read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
