Potable water in the village - Mwasafu

Mwasafu is a small village near the fertile Taita hills. Mwasafu has a hot and semi-arid climate throughout the year. The residents depend on river water. During the dry season, the river gets dry making the residents spend a lot of time in search of water.

In their mission to curb the inconveniences boreholes are dug but are they are saline making it unsafe for consumption. A 20,000 liters per day Waterkiosk powered by 9.3kW of solar array for the community to access fresh hygiene water at their comfort throughout the year.

 

Key Facts

Technology transfer
Solar-PV powered reverse osmosis water treatment plant for the production of clean drinking water

Status
Commissioned in 2019

Country, region
Kenya, Taita Taveta County

Impact achieved
Access to drinking water at affordable rate to the public