{"id":23391,"date":"2026-06-08T15:21:30","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T12:21:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tdv.org\/en-EN\/?p=23391"},"modified":"2026-10-27T14:15:04","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T11:15:04","slug":"tdv-is-facilitating-access-to-clean-water-in-ethiopia-through-solar-powered-wells","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tdv.org\/en-EN\/tdv-is-facilitating-access-to-clean-water-in-ethiopia-through-solar-powered-wells\/","title":{"rendered":"TDV is facilitating access to clean water in Ethiopia through solar-powered wells"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Turkiye Diyanet Foundation (TDV) is bringing clean water to communities in Ethiopia through its solar-powered water well<\/a><\/span>\u00a0projects.
\nUnder the “A Drop of Life Project”, implemented in partnership with the Presidency of Religious Affairs, water wells<\/a><\/span> across Africa and Asia help meet daily water needs and reduce the impact of drought.
\nIn Ethiopia, solar-powered water wells<\/a><\/span> established in six regions combine renewable energy with sustainable infrastructure, making clean drinking water more accessible to local communities while promoting long-term environmental sustainability.<\/p>\n

Our Foundation currently operates 18 water wells<\/a><\/span> <\/strong>
\nThe first water well<\/a><\/span> in Ethiopia was inaugurated in 2022, according to Ya\u015far Cuhadar, Religious Services Counsellor of the Presidency of Religious Affairs in Addis Ababa.
\nCuhadar stated that the wells are established in areas facing the greatest water shortages and emphasized the strong support received from the Turkish people.
\n“Our teams first inspect the proposed locations. Once a site is approved, the water well<\/a><\/span> project is submitted to our Foundation. As of 2026, 18 water wells<\/a><\/span> are actively serving local communities, while drilling and construction work continues on five additional wells. We plan to put all of these wells into operation by the end of the year,” he said.
\nExplaining the sustainability of the projects, Cuhadar noted that the wells, which are typically drilled to depths of 80 to 150 metres, have an estimated service life of 40 years. Powered entirely by solar energy, each well includes a 10-tonne storage tank and 15 to 16 water taps, ensuring an uninterrupted water supply throughout the day.
\nHe added that the Foundation will continue identifying Ethiopia’s most disadvantaged and water-scarce regions and preparing new projects to provide lasting access to clean drinking water with the continued support of the Turkish people.<\/p>\n

We have become a lifeline for them<\/strong>
\nHighlighting the positive impact of the water well<\/a><\/span> projects, Cuhadar said they have transformed daily life for local residents. He shared the story of a 70-year-old man living near one of the most recently completed wells, who had consumed unsafe water for many years and expressed his heartfelt gratitude and prayers for the people of T\u00fcrkiye after finally gaining access to clean drinking water.
\nCuhadar also explained that women and children previously walked four to five kilometres to fetch water every day. With the construction of the wells, families have been freed from this hardship, enabling children to attend school regularly.
\n“With the generous support of our donors in T\u00fcrkiye, our water well<\/a><\/span> projects have become a lifeline for those in need. We extend our sincere gratitude to all our benefactors for making these projects possible,” he said.<\/p>\n\n\t\t