Sustainable water use in Cameroon

Many regions in Cameroon are heavily affected by extreme weather events such as floods and droughts, which promote the spread of water-associated diseases. Inadequate or unreliable water and sanitation infrastructure increases health risks, particularly in urban and peri-urban low-income areas. During crises, regular water supply often breaks down, leading to rapid outbreaks of cholera and other diarrheal diseases. Until now, Cameroon has lacked systematic emergency strategies to ensure safe water supply during such events. The INTEWAR project aims to develop practical and transferable concepts for disaster preparedness that integrate technical, institutional, and societal aspects. The motivation is to strengthen the resilience of local populations through preventive measures and to significantly reduce water-related health risks. Accompanying workshops, WASH training, and awareness campaigns supported capacity building and the long-term embedding of the developed solutions.

More about the BMFTR funded INTEWAR project