Improving the success rate of manual drilling in Liberia with AEL and EQUIP

Mission Alliance Liberia works with AEL and EQUIP on interventions that are prioritized by the local population. Construction of drinking water points through manual drilling has commenced in 2018, but with mixed results. Practica has been consulted to identify weaknesses and improvements and to provide training to increase the success rate of drilling.

Goals

To provide training and advice to AEL and EQUIP in order to increase the success rate of manual borehole drilling.

Activities

– AEL and EQUIP have been trained in geo-hydrology, well drilling and applied geophysics
– Recommendations to improve the drilling equipment and practices have been shared

Budget

30 880 EURO

Status
Closed
Period
2019

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