Municipal Water Supply and Sanitation Program in South Africa

NDB Board of Directors approved a loan of up to USD 1.0 billion to the Republic of South Africa for financing water and sanitation infrastructure development under the Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG) of the Government of South Africa. MIG is a conditional grant allocated to municipalities to reduce infrastructure backlogs and ensure the provision of basic services to poor households.

By focusing on providing access to water and sanitation services, the Municipal Water Supply and Sanitation Program aligns with the National Water and Sanitation Master Plan 2030 of South Africa.

The Program will play a crucial role in addressing the pressing need for infrastructure improvements in the water and sanitation sector of South Africa, supporting MIG implementation.

The Program is aligned with the NDB’s General Strategy and the Bank’s key areas of operation, which include financing water and sanitation infrastructure that facilitates universal access to clean drinking water and adequate sanitation, promotes equitable and sustainable management of water resources.

The Program will contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6, which aims to ensure universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all, as well as adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene. Furthermore, it supports SDG 13, limiting and adapting to climate change by providing clean water supply and sanitation.