MACUDA AMERICA PROJECT COMMITTEE
2025 Mankon Water System Plan
Phased borehole construction across Rural Mankon - currently building water systems at Ntambeng II and Ntsualam to deliver clean water for 1,500+ residents.
Project Lead
Jones Nji Nkimbeng
Engineering Supervisor & Project Committee Chair
Active Sites
Ntambeng II & Ntsualam, Rural Mankon
Potential Beneficiaries
600 – 1,500+ Residents
Lead Project Estimate
24.3 – 26.7 Million CFA
Mapping the Water Crisis in Rural Mankon
In 2025, the MACUDA America Project Committee conducted a comprehensive survey of public water systems across Rural Mankon. Six quarters were visited and assessed. The findings reveal a pattern of failing infrastructure, non-functional hand pumps, and entire communities — like Ntambeng II — with no public water access whatsoever.
The survey was prepared by Jones Nji Nkimbeng, Engineering Supervisor and Project Committee Chair, in collaboration with all 10 chapter representatives. The committee did not charge for engineering hours or report preparation.
“Let us continue to improve the quality of life in Mankon — one or several quarters at a time.”
— Jones Nji Nkimbeng, Engineering Supervisor & Project Committee Chair
Survey Criteria
Existing Public Water Systems
Public wells, borehole systems, etc.
Soil Condition & Water Availability
Ease of digging wells (up to 40m deep). Available interconnected aquifers between 50–150m. Boreholes deeper than 150m are expensive to construct and maintain.
Population — Cost to Population Ratio
Number of residents that will benefit versus total project cost.
S-Factor (SAR, IR, AR)
Sustainability, Impact, and Accessibility ratings.
Survey Results by Location
7 water systems surveyed across 6 quarters of Rural Mankon
Chinde
Not FunctionalHand-dug well with a manual hand pump
Faulty center rod, Faulty pipes
Replacement of faulty parts; possible increase of depth if necessary; cleaning and treatment; enclosure of fetching area.
300,000 – 800,000 CFA
Expansion Plan →
Construction of a tower to carry a 5m³ tank, with 2 stand taps and powered by a hybrid solar pumping system.
Ntsualam
Not FunctionalHand-dug well with a manual hand pump
Faulty center rod, Faulty pipes, Faulty manual pump
Replacement of faulty parts; possible increase of depth if necessary; cleaning and treatment; reconstruction of enclosure of fetching area.
400,000 – 900,000 CFA
Expansion Plan →
Construction of a complete water system (like that of Ngulung) with 6 stand taps to cater for Akumalam, Ntsualam and Ala’atah.
Alatakor
FunctionalBorehole with a manual hand pump
Stressful to operate hand pump
Installation of a foot valve for water retention and mounting of water pressure for easy and less stressful use.
100,000 – 200,000 CFA
Expansion Plan →
Construction of a tower to carry 5m³ tank, with 2 stand taps and powered by a hybrid solar pumping system.
Alabukam
FunctionalBorehole with a manual hand pump
Minimal - possible maintenance of concrete slab
The water system needs little or no maintenance. Possible maintenance of the concrete slab needed.
5,000 – 25,000 CFA
Expansion Plan →
Construction of a tower to carry 10m³ of water (two 5m³ tanks), with about 3 stand taps and powered by a hybrid solar pumping system.
Asongka – Alabukam Health Center
PartialHand-dug well without a manual hand pump
Lack of pumping system
Installation of complete manual hand pump; possible increase of depth if necessary; cleaning and treatment; construction of enclosure around fetching area.
600,000 – 1,200,000 CFA
A second system (donated by NKAH NIKWI NI MANKON) has a stand tap with a 2m³ tank powered by electric pump — functional but suffers from water shortage and unstable electricity. Two 150m boreholes were dug and abandoned due to salty water.
Expansion Plan →
Construction of a tower to carry 5m³ tank, with 2 stand taps and powered by a hybrid solar pumping system.
Alahnkie
Not FunctionalHand-dug well with a manual hand pump (donated by NKAH NIKWI NI MANKON)
Faulty center rod
Replacement of broken center rod. Need approval/collaboration with Nkah Nikwi.
50,000 – 100,000 CFA
A second system at Day No Be One (Lishey’s Residence) is a solar-powered borehole — partially functional with one failed tap of two total. Maintenance: 5,000–25,000 CFA.
Expansion Plan →
Construction of a tower to carry 5m³ tank, with 2 stand taps and powered by a hybrid solar pumping system.
Ntambeng II
ProposedNo existing public water system — borehole proposed
Priority #1 ProjectAltitude
1,305m ASL
Population
500–600, potentially 1,500
Soil Condition
Significant difficulty accessing water via wells due to rocks/altitude. Interconnected aquifers between 100–150m. High altitude (1,305m ASL) facilitates gravity distribution to neighboring quarters.
Proposed Borehole Water System
Ntambeng II sits at 1,305m ASL — the highest point in the survey area. A borehole here would distribute water by gravity to neighboring quarters at lower elevations.
Project Cost Estimate
24.3 – 26.7 Million CFA (includes 10% contingency)
The Project Manager (Jones Nji Nkimbeng) did not charge for engineering hours or report preparation.
Storage Capacity
20,000 liters (4 tanks)
Altitude (Source)
1,305m ASL
Distribution
Gravity-fed to 1,287m → 1,283m → 1,273m ASL
Aquifer Depth
100–150m
Population
500–600 (up to 1,500)
Extensions
Ntamambu + Ntumbong
Ntambeng II is located near CS Ntambeng and borders Ntamambu (1,283m ASL). A borehole at the peak distributes water by gravity to all lower quarters — a highly efficient design.
Project Priority Plan
Based on how much is raised during the 2025 Fundraiser, work priority is recommended as follows:
If fundraiser can sponsor one borehole water system
Construct a Borehole Supply System in Ntambeng II to serve Ntambeng II and neighboring quarters.
One Borehole SystemIf fundraiser can sponsor two borehole water systems
Construct borehole in Ntambeng II (as above) AND construct a second Borehole Water Supply System in Ntsualam to supply Ntsualam and neighboring quarters. (*Additional planning needed)
Two Borehole SystemsIf fundraiser can sponsor both projects above AND another project
Repair and UPGRADE existing water systems in Alabukam and Alahnkie (Ala Mankon) — adding above-ground storage tanks, hybrid electric pumps, solar systems, and stand taps.
Repair & Upgrade ExistingProject Committee
Led by Jones Nji Nkimbeng, Engineering Supervisor, with representatives from all 10 MACUDA-A chapters.
Jones Nji Nkimbeng
Engineering Supervisor & Project Committee Chair
Prepared and submitted this report and survey without charging for engineering hours.
Committee Chair · Lead EngineerSammy Bujang
DLGabila Frankline
DLFelix Leshey
CHCletus Ndisang
OHAmina Ngum
DLRoland Cheyson
DEErnest Nsoh
MNEdwin Cho
CAChristopher Che Chi
DMVFestus Fru Nde
GANote on Existing Wells
Existing wells should be improved and sealed to prevent contamination (intentional or inadvertent). This applies to existing wells at Alabukam and Alahnkie. Access should be by authorized and competent persons ONLY.
— Jones Nji Nkimbeng, Project Committee Chair
Support the 2025 Water Project
Your donation directly funds borehole construction, solar pumping systems, and clean water access for families in Rural Mankon. Every dollar counts.
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