Chinese Government donates $20 million worth of water and sanitation equipment to Cuba in January 2023

Project narrative

Between January and March 2023, several provincial water and sanitation agencies in Cuba received specialized equipment from the Chinese Government. These donations were part of a nationwide effort to enhance Cuba’s water distribution and sanitation capabilities, particularly in regions facing acute infrastructure needs. On January 13, 2023, Empresa de Acueducto y Alcantarillado de Santiago (Water and Sewer Company of Santiago) received equipment. On January 27, 2023, Empresa de Acueducto y Alcantarillado de Holguín (Holagua) received at least 11 vehicles, including 6 trucks of three types—water tankers, sewer cleaning trucks, and unclogging trucks. Two trucks were designated for Cueto and Frank País municipalities. On February 10, Ciego de Ávila’s water company received 5 vehicles, including tanker trucks and high-pressure sewer cleaning equipment. On March 13, Hidrored (serving Camagüey and Morón) received a similar shipment. The total value of the donation across provinces was approximately $20 million, per official and media reports.