Jordan government reduces water loss and recovers millions in corruption cases

Jordanian government agencies reported significant progress in anti-corruption efforts and water management to Member of Parliament Dr. Dima Tahboub.

The Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission disclosed that it recovered and prevented the waste of nearly 79 million dinars during 2025. The commission also referred 298 investigative files to the public prosecution, covering 589 crimes such as embezzlement, forgery, and fraud. The Public Service and Administration Commission introduced new rules to reform the public sector.

These measures include a performance evaluation system for top leaders linked to national integrity indicators and a ban on employees participating in hiring relatives up to the fourth degree. Additionally, the Ministry of Water and Irrigation reported that actual water loss dropped from 47.8% in 2023 to 41% by mid-2026. These efforts saved 27 million cubic meters of water over two years. The ministry also confirmed that the National Water Carrier project is 98% complete with full funding secured.

The government expects to finalize the financial closing for the project before the end of 2026.