Cameroon Red Cross partners Turkish Red Crescent to boost access to water.

The documents were formalised during a virtual meeting held August 20, 2026. According to officials, the memorandum aims for a joint action in favour of Water, Hygiene and Sanitation, WASH. 

Under the agreement, the two humanitarian organisations have taken the commitment to collaborate in developing and implementing projects aimed at addressing water shortages and sanitation challenges in communities in need. 

The partnership is expected to combine the local presence and community networks of the Cameroon Red Cross with the technical and financial capacities of its Turkish counterpart.

The Turkish Red Crescent has taken the commitment to support the Cameroon Red Cross in the development of water supply, hygiene and sanitation infrastructure adapted to local conditions. 

According to officials, planned interventions will include the construction of wells suited to the geographical realities of targeted areas, as well as the installation of water purification and treatment facilities.

The agreement also places emphasis on strengthening community-based hygiene and sanitation mechanisms. The measures are intended to contribute to reducing health risks associated with unsafe water and inadequate sanitation, while improving the resilience of vulnerable populations facing water-related challenges.

According to the agreement, beyond infrastructure, the partnership also seeks to work at the humanitarian level, with both organisations seeking to develop solutions that respond to the specific needs of communities.

This, officials said, must be carried out with involvement of local structures expected to facilitate the sustainability and effective use of the facilities to be established.

This article was first published in The Guardian Post Edition No:3891 of Thursday August 27, 2026