Togo establish a Water Police

The government of Togo has established a Water Police that aims at ensuring the safety and hygiene of water sources for the Togolese people.

Minister of Water and Rural Hydraulics, Yark Damehame, unveiled the Water Police and said it is a step towards achieving the goal of universal clean water supply by 2030. The Water Police have been tasked with conducting thorough investigations into the construction of wells, boreholes, and other water-related installations to verify their conformity with national water code standards.

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Water rate in Togo

The presence of agents and judicial police officers within the Water Police underscores the seriousness of enforcing compliance with the established regulations. By monitoring and recording any violations of the national water code, the government aims to address potential issues and maintain the quality of water resources. This proactive approach demonstrates a dedication to upholding the highest standards of hygiene for water intended for consumption.

Yark Damehame, emphasized the importance of ensuring that water meant for consumption meets all hygiene conditions. Overall the access rates in Togo are still very low. National data shows that only one-third of the population has access to an improved source of drinking water and to improved sanitation facilities.

The country has relatively high, but seasonal, rainfall. There are no major rivers in much of the country, and many smaller rivers are ephemeral. Groundwater supplies most public water schemes in the country, including many major cities. Groundwater is also widely used in the phosphate and other industries.