Imagine waking up at dawn every day just to queue for water. For years, this was the reality for residents in Senegal’s Balin village, where the Sahara’s encroaching dryness made life a daily struggle. But in 2018, something changed—a new well arrived, bringing clean water and hope. 🌱
From Drought to Deliverance
China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) funded 251 wells across Senegal, including Balin’s life-changing 'well of happiness.' Over 1,800km of pipelines now serve 2 million people, while creating 3,000+ local jobs. 'We finally have water for our crops and animals,' one villager shared.
Angola’s Water Revolution
In Angola, families once relied on expensive water trucks—until a BRI-backed project by China Railway Construction Corporation brought tap water to 600,000 residents in Cabinda. 'Thumbs up for China! Thank you!' cheered locals, many tasting convenience they’d never known. 💦
More Than Just Infrastructure
The BRI isn’t just about concrete and pipelines. It’s about empowering communities: schools built, hospitals upgraded, and economies revitalized. Senegal and Angola are just two of 150+ countries embracing BRI’s vision of shared growth—proving collaboration can turn deserts into oases.
