NCA has been implementing a comprehensive WASH programme in Darfur since 2004 in response to the humanitarian needs caused by widespread displacement. In 2008, this Programme reached at least 250,000 beneficiaries and in 2009 it reached around 300,000 beneficiaries in Nyala (South Darfur), Zalingei and Wadi Saleh (West Darfur). The programme targets mainly internally displaced persons living in populated camps as well as host communities near them. The purpose of this programme is to improve water and environmental sanitation conditions in Darfur to lead to a reduced incidence of water- borne or water-related diseases amongst the IDP population and host communities. The programme supplies water through motorized systems, open hand dug wells and hand pumps to targeted beneficiaries. It aims to improve sanitation through construction of new latrines and rehabilitation of old facilities and promoting safe personal hygiene practices.
