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An anonymous donor has donated 21 kilograms of gold, valued at about $3.6 million, to Osaka for the renovation of its water infrastructure. The donation was delivered in November 2023 and will be converted into cash for urgent repairs, particularly addressing chronic drainage issues and aging pipes.

The same donor had previously contributed $3,300 for the water network. Osaka, with a population of nearly three million, is facing budget challenges due to rising repair costs. The city's water network, largely established in the 1960s and 1970s, is experiencing frequent failures, making this donation critical for maintenance efforts.