Le Worodougou entre dans l’histoire en éradiquant la défécation à l’air libre
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- La région du Worodougou est devenue la première de Côte d’Ivoire certifiée « Fin de défécation à l’air libre » (Fdal) par le ministère de l’Hydraulique, de l’Assainissement et de la Salubrité.
- Ce succès est attribué au programme ASWA III, reposant sur un partenariat entre le gouvernement ivoirien, les Pays-Bas, l’Unicef et l’ONG International Friendship Service.
- L’Unicef souligne que cette certification améliore la santé, l’éducation et la dignité des populations rurales, au-delà de la salubrité publique.
This is a major national first! The Worodougou region has officially become the first in Côte d'Ivoire to be certified as "Open Defecation Free" (ODF) . This historic distinction was awarded by the Rural Sanitation Directorate (DAR) of the Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Public Health (MINHAS).
In a press release published on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, UNICEF warmly welcomed this success, which lays the foundation for a new sanitation model for the whole country.
A major challenge successfully met
The progress made is remarkable. Before the deployment of the recent sanitation projects, Worodougou was in a critical situation:
- 33.7% open defecation rate , one of the highest indices in Ivory Coast.
“The Fdal certification of Worodougou demonstrates that it is possible to sustainably transform our environment when community mobilization, political leadership and technical support converge,” said Jean-François Basse , UNICEF Resident Representative in Côte d’Ivoire.
Keys to success: The ASWA III program
This historic turning point is not the result of chance, but of a synergy of actions within the framework of phase 3 of the Program to accelerate access to water and sanitation for all (Aswa III) .
This dynamic was based on several essential pillars:
- A solid partnership: Close collaboration between the Ivorian government, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, UNICEF, and the NGO International Friendship Service .
- Exemplary local involvement: Strong commitment from the prefectural body and local community organizations.
- Changing mindsets: Intensive awareness campaigns conducted directly with populations to bring about lasting changes in behavior.
Beyond hygiene: Human dignity
For UNICEF, the impact of this certification goes far beyond public health. As Jean-François Basse points out, the benefits are primarily human and social:
- Health: Protecting children from diseases related to poor hygiene.
- Education: Improving living conditions to encourage children to stay in school.
- Dignity: Restoration of general well-being and respect for every rural family.
Auteur: ivoirematin
Publié le: Jeudi 02 Juillet 2026
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