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29/07/2026
23/07/2026

has signed a new project with the Ministry of Water and Energy to modernize and enhance the One WASH National Programme (OWNP-CWA Phase II).
Funded by this initiative marks a pivotal step toward transforming Ethiopia's water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector into a data-driven, digitally integrated, and climate-resilient system.
What this project will deliver:
A comprehensive needs assessment to identify systemic gaps
International benchmarking visits to learn from global best practices
A national synthesis workshop to develop a technical roadmap for modernization
The goal? Equitable access to safe water and sanitation for all Ethiopians, contributing to the nation's vision of becoming a middle-income country by 2025 and achieving the SDGs by 2030.
Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this transformative journey!

22/07/2026

For over 30 years, we’ve provided operational and technical expertise that enable the UN to deliver its critical work.

Making projects happen. Responding where needs are greatest.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4sjUd91

20/07/2026
« Aujourd'hui, je suis fière de contribuer au développement de mon pays. » Chaque route ouvre bien plus qu'un passage. E...
17/07/2026

« Aujourd'hui, je suis fière de contribuer au développement de mon pays. »

Chaque route ouvre bien plus qu'un passage. Elle crée des emplois, renforce les compétences et ouvre de nouvelles perspectives.

Depuis plus de cinq ans, Gertrude travaille comme soudeuse sur des projets de construction routière à travers la République centrafricaine. Grâce au PURIC, elle a renforcé ses compétences techniques et transmet aujourd'hui son savoir-faire à la nouvelle génération en formant et en accompagnant de jeunes qui souhaitent faire carrière dans les métiers de la soudure.

Elle tient particulièrement à encourager les jeunes filles à s'engager dans une profession où les femmes restent sous-représentées. En montrant l'exemple, elle espère que davantage de filles verront que les femmes peuvent réussir comme soudeuses ou conductrices d'engins.

À l'avenir, Gertrude rêve de créer sa propre entreprise, « Gertrude », afin de créer encore davantage d'opportunités pour les membres de sa communauté.

Parce que construire des routes, c'est aussi créer des opportunités et faire tomber les barrières. 💪💪

📸 Faites la connaissance de Gertrude.

Le PURIC est mis en œuvre par l'UNOPS, en partenariat avec le Gouvernement de la République centrafricaine, financé par la Banque mondiale et l'AFD - Agence Française de Développement.

"Today, I am proud to contribute to the development of my country." Every road opens more than a route. It creates jobs,...
17/07/2026

"Today, I am proud to contribute to the development of my country."

Every road opens more than a route. It creates jobs, builds skills and opens new opportunities.

For more than five years, Gertrude has worked as a welder on road construction projects across the Central African Republic. Through PURIC, she has strengthened her technical skills and is now sharing that knowledge with the next generation, training and mentoring young people to pursue careers in the welding industry.

She is particularly passionate about inspiring young women to enter a profession where they remain underrepresented. By leading through example, she hopes more girls will see that women can build successful careers as welders or heavy machine operators.

Looking ahead, Gertrude dreams of establishing her own company, "Gertrude," creating even more opportunities for others in her community.

Because building roads is also about building opportunities and breaking barriers 💪💪

📸 Meet Gertrude.

PURIC is implemented by UNOPS in partnership with the Government of the Central African Republic and is financed by the World Bank Africa and the AFD - Agence Française de Développement.

#𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

15/07/2026

Every brick laid today is an investment in Malawi's next generation.

At Lilongwe Technical College, as part of the Zantchito Project, UNOPS is supporting the creation of a space where young people will develop practical agricultural mechanisation skills, explore entrepreneurship and prepare for meaningful employment.

These vocational centres will help equip young people with the practical skills needed to contribute to a stronger and more resilient agricultural sector, while opening pathways to decent work and sustainable livelihoods in the country.

Because when we invest in skills, we invest in people. And when we invest in youth, we invest in Malawi's future.

Implemented by UNOPS in partnership with the Ministry of Labour, Skills and Innovation Malawi, with funding from the European Union in Malawi.

14/07/2026

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