Water Matters

The latest on our work and those supporting it



Research and Reflections from the UNC Water and Health Conference 2025


Wednesday, November 12th, 2025by Allison Gregory

Allison and Catherine share key insights from presenting The Water Project’s research at the 2025 UNC Water and Health Conference in Chapel Hill.

 

I Grew Up Without Water: What Water Scarcity Steals from Women and Children in Sub-Saharan Africa


Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025by Olivia Chebet

Water scarcity once shaped Olivia’s childhood. Now, she’s helping The Water Project bring clean water and dignity to women and children across sub-Saharan Africa.

 

The Importance of Clean Water: Reflections on My Years in Mozambique


Monday, September 29th, 2025by Andrea Pavkov

Needless to say, our first year in Mozambique was challenging, but unlike most people in the country at the time, we did not have to worry about access to clean water.

 

How We Turn Water Points into Water Service


Wednesday, September 17th, 2025by Allison Gregory

We don’t just build water points — we build trust. Learn how monitoring turns clean water projects into lasting water service.

 

The First Drop of Clean Water for Grace


Thursday, September 4th, 2025by Jacklyne Chelagat

Grace once fetched dirty water, risking her family’s health. See the joy and hope that came with her community’s first drop of clean water.

 

The Numbers Behind Reliable Water Access: Inside Our Monthly Indicator Tracking


Friday, July 18th, 2025by Catherine McManus

TWP uses monthly data to track water point functionality, reduce downtime, and improve design—ensuring reliable water access across sub-Saharan Africa.

 

The Problem We Didn’t Know AI Could Solve (But It Did)


Thursday, July 3rd, 2025by Jamie Heminway

The Water Project used AI to quickly build an app that ensures safe, accurate chlorine dosing for wells, improving water safety for communities.

 

I Helped Deliver Shilakaya to Their ‘Promised Land’


Tuesday, July 1st, 2025by Jacklyne Chelagat

A former Field Officer shares how clean water transformed one village—and how you can help bring that same life-changing impact to others still in need.

 

What Life is Like When Water is Scarce: A Personal Story of Water Rationing


Thursday, June 19th, 2025by Olivia Chebet

Water rationing in urban Kenya affects daily life and health. Olivia shares her story—and her hope—for communities still waiting for safe, reliable water.

 

What makes a water project sustainable?


Thursday, June 12th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Learn what makes a water system—not just a project—sustainable, and how The Water Project ensures lasting safe water access in vulnerable communities.