The project was thus attempting to tackle the physical and institutional deficits in the local water and sanitation sector and to plan for the medium term.
From the outset, FaDWaSP emphasized a process-oriented approach that maximized counterpart involvement and learning. A number of project task forces were established, bringing together staff from El Azab, the governorate and selected local units (the smallest element of local government).
Project management anticipated the conversion of El Azab from a government water authority to a public sector company.
A summary description of Phase I is provided in the file below: