Voiced: Cameroonians thirsty for change

The video discusses the water supply issues in Yaounde, Cameroon, where despite being connected to water mains, residents face a lack of water supply. The community has adapted by using wells and streams, though these sources are often contaminated. The government has not invested in infrastructure since 1985, leading to a cholera outbreak. To prevent future epidemics, Cameroon needs financial investment and government effort.

What was the main reason for the community's complaints about the water bills?

• The water supply was irregular.

• They were billed for maintenance without receiving water.

• The water was contaminated.

• The water was too expensive.

How do most families in Yaounde obtain drinking water?

• From the municipal water supply

• By buying water in bulk

• By collecting rainwater

• From boreholes

What is the capacity of the existing water plant in Yaounde?

• 200,000 cubic meters per day

• 150,000 cubic meters per day

• 100,000 cubic meters per day

• 50,000 cubic meters per day

Since when has Cameroon's water system suffered from a lack of investment?

• 1995

• 1975

• 1985

• 2005

What major health crisis was caused by the contaminated water supply?

• A dengue fever epidemic

• A malaria outbreak

• A cholera epidemic

• A typhoid fever outbreak