The latest on our work and those supporting it
Another Reason Fetching Water Risks People’s Lives: Dangerous Wildlife on the Way to the Water Point
In our mostly rural work areas, animals and wildlife can be a daily concern for those who must travel any distance to collect water.
The Water Project’s Synergy with Western Kenya Government: A Model of Effective Collaboration
Over our many years of working in this region, we have built a strong partnership with local officials and offices. This relationship is key to bringing clean water to communities and making sure our water projects are sustainable.
Mawia’s Life Transformed: From Endless Walking for Water to Dreaming of College
This past spring, we sent our friends a special appeal to join us in the fight against drought — specifically, to help our 18-year-old friend, Mawia. Now, the day Mawia dreamed about has arrived.
Continued Learning from Water Point Mapping and Vetting
By identifying the water sources people are already using, we can empower our local teams to plan water projects that systematically approach 100% water coverage.
Is Drinking Water from Refillable Bottles Safe?
How often should we really clean our reusable water bottles? And is there a difference in safety between glass, metal, and plastic bottles?
Visit to Mugai Dispensary
In every healthcare institution in the world, water is a very precious commodity. Patients frequently visit healthcare facilities daily because of different ailments, and they have to be received in a clean environment.
But at Mugai Dispensary, it is sad because the healthcare facility has no water, and it is hard for the doctors and nurses to attend to the patients who visit the dispensary every day.
The Journey of the Data on our Live Impact Tracking Dashboard
Is Drinking Spring Water Safe?
Some people have considered it trendy to drink what they call “raw water” — water that hasn’t been treated. Health officials warn that doing so may cause unintended health consequences.
From Skepticism to Celebration: How We Engage Community Members in Each Water Project
In this blog post, we share insights from our dedicated field officers from all across our Kenyan service areas on what community engagement looks like to them in their day-to-day duties.
When a Water Point Breaks: Why and How We Decommission a Water Source
As with all plumbing, water source parts sometimes need to be replaced. The same can be true with whole water points — sometimes they break so irreparably that they can’t be fixed, or the circumstances or surrounding environment change.
