Water Matters

The latest on our work and those supporting it



A Special Lady’s First Safari


Tuesday, July 29th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

It’s kind of astounding that a national park can coexist right beside a national capital thrumming with human activity.

 

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.

 

What Would John Snow Do? (No, Not That Jon Snow)


Wednesday, May 28th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Discover how a 19th-century doctor helped shape modern water safety—and how The Water Project carries his legacy forward to fight today’s global water crisis.

 

A New Dawn in Khaunga Primary School


Monday, May 12th, 2025by Jacklyne Chelagat

Every water point implemented by The Water Project is always unique in its own way, and St. Peter’s Khaunga Primary School’s borehole well is no exception.

 

Mother’s Day 2025: Maureen’s Transformation in Her Own Words


Tuesday, May 6th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

This Mother’s Day, we honor the fierce and tender love of mothers like Maureen.

 

Celebrating World Poetry Day: Voices on Water from Around the Globe


Tuesday, March 25th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Students from Kenya, the United States, and Malta picked up their pens and spoke from the heart about something everyone needs, but we don’t all have: water.

 

World Wetlands Day: Why This Vanishing Ecosystem is Vital to Clean Water


Sunday, February 2nd, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Why is a water charity writing about protecting wetlands?! The obvious reason is World Wetlands Day, observed annually today. But that’s only part of it.

 

The Impact of Philanthropy: The Best Gift This Holiday Season


Wednesday, December 18th, 2024by Jamie Heminway

The holiday season is a time for giving — a time to show love, spread kindness, and share joy.  But what if your gift could do more? What if it could transform lives, bring health, and offer hope not just for today, but for generations to come?  This holiday season, the gift of clean water […]

 

Thankful for Water: Voices from Sub-Saharan Africa


Wednesday, November 27th, 2024by Jamie Heminway

This Thanksgiving, as we gather with family and friends, let’s take a moment to appreciate something simple yet essential: clean water. For many, turning on the tap is an afterthought. But in communities served by The Water Project, access to clean, safe water is a transformative gift — one that inspires deep gratitude. Here are […]

 

How much water should you really drink to stay hydrated?


Thursday, November 7th, 2024by Jamie Heminway

Disclaimer: This article is not intended to be medical advice and was not written by a medical professional. Please consult with your doctor about the best level of hydration for your body. For a while, it seemed like the media, celebrities, and even health professionals were all on a “drink more water” crusade. Drinking extra […]