Doraleh Desalination Plant

The Doraleh Desalination Plant, part of the landmark PEPER project (Production d'Eau Potable par Énergie Renouvelable), is a vital infrastructure for the water supply of Djibouti's capital. Given the extreme water scarcity and the growing population, the construction of this plant, funded by the European Union, was of strategic importance. The facility utilizes advanced reverse osmosis technology to convert seawater into high-quality drinking water. In its first phase, the plant has a capacity of approximately 22,500 cubic meters per day, with the option to double this capacity to 45,000 cubic meters. A unique feature is the planned coupling with the nearby Ghoubbet wind farm to make the energy-intensive desalination process more sustainable. The plant secures the water supply for over 250,000 residents in Djibouti City and its surrounding areas. By reducing reliance on depleted underground aquifers, the project contributes significantly to environmental sustainability and public health improvements.

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Djibouti City

The capital city on the Gulf of Tadjoura is the vibrant heart of the country and a strategic port in the Horn of Africa.

History & landmarks

Doraleh Multi-Purpose Port

An ultra-modern expansion port west of the city, capable of handling giant container ships.

Théâtre des Salines

A prominent open-air theater used for cultural events and concerts.

Kempinski Palace Djibouti

A luxury hotel resort considered one of the architectural showcases of the modern city.

Stade El Hadj Hassan Gouled Aptidon

The country's largest stadium, named after Djibouti's first president, is a venue for major sporting events.

Port of Djibouti

The historic and strategically important deep-water port at the entrance to the Red Sea.

Old Djibouti Train Station

The historic station building of the former Franco-Ethiopian railway line.

University of Djibouti

The educational center of the country with multiple faculties and an extensive campus.

Bank of Africa Tower

One of the tallest and most modern buildings in the city, shaping Djibouti's skyline.

Nature

Ambouli

A seasonal river that flows through the capital and is vital for the oases.

More places

Djibouti Free Trade Zone

One of Africa's largest free trade zones, offering foreign companies attractive conditions for manufacturing and trade.

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Doraleh Container Terminal

One of the most modern container ports in Africa, serving as the primary transshipment hub for trade between Asia, Europe, and Ethiopia.

Horizon Oil Terminal

A major terminal for the storage and transshipment of petroleum products, ensuring energy supply for the entire region.

Doraleh Livestock Terminal

An ultra-modern terminal for large-scale livestock export, bridging East African pastures and Middle Eastern markets.

Djibouti Steel Mill

An industrial facility for producing steel products, crucial for the local construction and infrastructure sector.

Parc de l'Unité

A popular park in the capital with playgrounds and green spaces, ideal for family outings.

Djibouti Port Oil Jetty

The primary berth for oil tankers in the old port, ensuring fuel supply for the capital.

Djibouti Data Center

A carrier-neutral data center positioning Djibouti as a digital hub between Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.