Project Objectives:
- Ensure Access to Safe Water for over 25,000 people across 15 rural communities in Zanzibar.
- Reduce Waterborne Illnesses by at least 60% through improved water quality and hygiene promotion.
- Empower Local Communities by training 200+ community health champions and water management committees.
- Build Resilience to climate change with sustainable water infrastructure such as solar-powered boreholes and rainwater harvesting systems.
- Promote gender-inclusive participation in water governance and community health leadership
Key Activities:
Water Infrastructure Development:
- Drilling and equipping 15 solar-powered boreholes.
- Construction of 10 rainwater harvesting systems in schools and health facilities.
- Installation of water storage tanks and filtration units.
Health and Hygiene Campaigns:
- Community outreach on WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) best practices.
- School-based hygiene clubs and menstrual hygiene management for girls.
- Distribution of hygiene kits (soap, sanitary pads, water purification tablets).
Capacity Building:
- Training water user associations and community health workers.
- Establishment of monitoring and maintenance teams for water systems.
- Gender equity workshops to empower women in leadership roles.
Monitoring & Evaluation:
- Baseline and endline surveys.
- Community feedback mechanisms and quarterly progress reviews.
Expected Outcomes:
- 25,000+ people with improved access to safe drinking water.
- 60% reduction in reported cases of waterborne diseases like cholera and typhoid.
- Improved school attendance and performance, especially among girls.
- Increased community resilience and local capacity to manage water systems sustainably.
- Strengthened health systems through interlinkages with clean water access.
Duration:
24 months (2 years)
Total Budget Estimate: $850,000 USD
| Budget Category | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Water Infrastructure (Boreholes, Rain Systems) | $400,000 |
| Solar Power Systems for Boreholes | $120,000 |
| Water Storage and Filtration Units | $60,000 |
| Hygiene Campaigns & School Programs | $50,000 |
| Hygiene Kits Distribution | $30,000 |
| Training and Capacity Building | $70,000 |
| Monitoring & Evaluation | $40,000 |
| Community Engagement and Gender Programs | $30,000 |
| Project Management & Logistics | $50,000 |
| Contingency (5%) | $50,000 |
| Total | $850,000 |
Partners & Stakeholders:
- Local Government of Zanzibar.
- Ministry of Health and Water.
- Community-based organizations.
- International Development Agencies.
- Private sector (solar tech companies, water engineers)
Why Zanzibar?
Zanzibar faces mounting public health challenges due to insufficient access to clean water, especially in rural areas. This project directly addresses a major determinant of health security—access to clean water—and enables communities to thrive through better health, education, and livelihoods.
Call to Action:
Support "Clean Water, Stronger Communities" to help Zanzibar unlock its full health and development potential. With your partnership, we can ensure that clean water isn’t a privilege, but a right for every community member.