Africa
Can you drink tap water in Sao Tome and Principe?
NoNo, drink bottled
Can you drink the tap water in Sao Tome and Principe?
Don't drink the tap water. Drink bottled water; tap supply is unreliable and untreated in many villages.
Key facts
- Safely managed drinking water: 37% of people (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water by place in Sao Tome and Principe
| Place | Verdict | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| São Tomé | No, drink bottled | Drink bottled or filtered water; avoid ice. |
Tap water by place
Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water
- US State Department travel advisory
- UK FCDO travel advice: Sao Tome and Principe
- World Bank open data
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