MWANZA II WATER AND SANITATION (LV WATSAN II)

Promoter – Financial Intermediary

MWANZA URBAN WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION AUTHORITY

Location

• Tanzania

Description

The project will fund the expansion of water supply and sanitation services in Mwanza South, as well as the extension of the Butimba Treatment facility. The project will be implemented in close collaboration with AFD (Agence Française de Développement) and the European Commission representation in Tanzania.

Objectives

The objective is to enhance and expand access to water supply services for the community in Mwanza South, while also improving sanitation services in Mwanza, Bukoba, and Musoma. Such measures will contribute to enhanced livelihoods and better health for the communities residing in Mwanza, Bukoba, and Musoma. The implementation of the simplified sewer systems will prevent untreated wastewater from contaminating open drains and Lake Victoria, thereby protecting the vital ecosystem. The project is also driven by the adaptation to climate change and will strengthen the country's adaptation through the construction of resilient water supply infrastructure and the provision of resilient water supply services.

Sector(s)

• Water, sewerage - Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities

Under Global Europe NDICI guarantee

Under EFSD+ Guarantee

Proposed EIB finance (Approximate amount)

EUR 100 million

Total cost (Approximate amount)

EUR 202 million

Environmental aspects

Any environmental and social impact will be addressed in accordance with the Tanzania National regulations to the satisfaction of the EIB and will be covered by the review of the project specific environmental and social management plan and resettlement action plan.

Procurement

The project falls within the public sector and are subject to public procurement regulations. The promoter is required to comply with the EIB's Guide to Procurement and the tender documents will be prepared in alignment with these guidelines. Open competitive procedures will be followed by the promoter, with prequalification notices for the main contracts to be published in the EU Official Journal.

Status

Approved - 19/06/2025