Țara care a cheltuit 2,3 miliarde de euro ca să devieze cursul unui râu. 20 de ani mai târziu, oamenii tot nu au apă

Residents displaced from their homes due to the São Francisco River diversion project still struggle with water access nearly 20 years later. Despite the project's aim to provide water for 12 million people, many communities remain without reliable supplies. The project, costing over €2.3 billion, has faced criticism for its limited benefits to those most affected. While some areas have seen improvements, others, like Vila Salão, lack basic water infrastructure, leaving families dependent on external aid. Community efforts in places like Vila Lafayette have led to successful water access, highlighting disparities in outcomes across the region.