By Goth Mohamed Goth
Hargeisa – The President of the Republic of Somaliland, His Excellency Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro), today attended the inauguration ceremony of the major Kalqoray Water Reservoir, located north of Hargeisa.
This reservoir, which is the largest to be implemented in the country, has a capacity of 1.8 Million Cubic Meters, equivalent to 9 million barrels. It was fully funded and implemented by the Hargeisa Water Agency.
Additionally, the President laid the foundation stone for the Borehole Drilling and Interconnection Project and launched the Hargeisa City Water Extensions Project. These initiatives are expected to significantly address the water service needs of the city.
The inauguration of the Kalqoray Reservoir was a historic occasion, marking the extensive progress the Government of Somaliland has achieved in developing essential services, particularly in securing water for the capital city, Hargeisa, and its surrounding districts.
In a valuable speech at the ceremony, the President noted that the Kalqoray Reservoir will serve as a crucial source addressing the water needs of the Hargeisa community.
Furthermore, the President stated that the borehole drilling and interconnection project, along with the Hargeisa water extensions project, are part of strategic plans to address the rapid development of the capital and the growing water demands of the public. These projects will play a major role in increasing access to clean and sustainable water.
Speeches were also delivered at the inauguration event by the Director of the Hargeisa Water Agency, the Chairman of the Waddani Party, and ministerial officials accompanying the President.
In conclusion, President Abdirahman Cirro emphasized the Somaliland government’s special commitment to water provision and environmental protection, calling on the public to protect these vital projects and benefit from them collectively