BOPOLU, GBARPOLU COUNTY – In a significant step towards improving public health and infrastructure, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai inaugurated the Bopolu Mini-Water Supply System on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. This marks the introduction of the city’s first-ever pipe-borne water system, a project entirely funded by the Government of Liberia and implemented by the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC). The initiative aims to enhance access to clean, safe drinking water and is a key achievement under the ARREST Agenda, focusing on rural development and public health improvement.
For decades, residents of Bopolu have had to rely on distant hand pumps and unsafe water sources, often walking long distances to fetch water. This new system is designed to eliminate these hardships, providing clean water to homes and businesses within its service area. The project is expected to drastically improve sanitation, reduce waterborne diseases, and enhance the overall quality of life in the region.
During the inauguration, President Boakai stressed the government’s firm commitment to ensuring safe drinking water for all Liberians, considering it a basic right rather than a privilege. He acknowledged the historical challenges faced by the residents, noting that the introduction of the water system would alleviate long-standing issues and contribute to better health outcomes for the community. The new system will allow for the connection of households and businesses to a modern, sustainable water supply network.
“This is more than just about providing convenience. It’s about improving lives and ensuring that our people, especially women and children, no longer face the burden of fetching water from unsafe sources,” President Boakai said in his remarks. He also expressed gratitude to the LWSC, the Gbarpolu County Legislative Caucus, and local authorities for their efforts in bringing the project to fruition.
The President emphasized that this achievement is just the beginning, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding access to clean water throughout the country. He called on the residents of Bopolu to take ownership of the system and ensure its long-term sustainability. “This water system belongs to the people of Bopolu, and it is your responsibility to protect and maintain it,” he stated.
The completion of the Bopolu Mini-Water Supply System is expected to play a vital role in reducing waterborne diseases, alleviating economic burdens, and contributing to the region’s development. The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior government officials, local leaders, international partners, and a large number of Gbarpolu residents who celebrated the occasion as a major milestone.
In addition to the dedication of the water system, President Boakai made a brief visit to Emirates Hospital Liberia, where he interacted with healthcare workers and volunteers, showing his support for the country’s medical community.
