Saint Petersburg:Angola Opportunities for cooperation between Angola and Russia in the water sector were identified on Wednesday, emphasizing the modernization of water supply systems, technology transfer, and the training of national specialists.
According to Angola Press News Agency, this announcement was made during a round-table discussion titled 'African Water Strategy Challenges and Russian Technological Solutions.' The event was attended by Angola's Ambassador to Russia, Augusto da Silva Cunha, and was part of the Second Russia-Africa Dialogue, organized by Saint Petersburg Mining University - Empress Catherine II.
The discussions highlighted the significance of water supply for economic growth and the advancement of Africa's mining industry. Participants addressed issues related to water scarcity, the protection of surface and groundwater from pollution, and the utilization of Russian technologies for water treatment, conditioning, circulation, and reuse.
The meeting also explored financing mechanisms, local production, and the training of specialized engineering personnel. These elements were deemed crucial for implementing projects in the sector.
Angola's involvement in the discussions helped pinpoint technological solutions that could aid in the modernization of water supply systems, enhance water resource management, and support the growth of the industrial and mining sectors. The collaboration between Angola and Russia could further facilitate the transfer of technical expertise, the training of national specialists, and the execution of joint projects aimed at sustainable water management.
The round-table was moderated by Irina Olegovna Abramova, Director of the Institute of African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and saw participation from representatives of various institutions.
