What Aqua Clara Kenya Is All About
Aqua Clara Kenya is a B-Corp certified social enterprise that’s making waves across Africa by designing and distributing water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) solutions. Founded back in 2009, this organization has one clear mission: to increase access to safe drinking water across the continent. They focus on building local capacity, providing effective solutions, and implementing sustainable approaches. Their vision? An Africa where everyone can enjoy safe drinking water. Simple, powerful, and absolutely essential.
The Main Benefit: Safe Water and Hygiene for Thousands
Here’s the real deal — Aqua Clara Kenya’s work has reached hundreds of thousands of people, changing lives for the better. Check out these impressive numbers:
- 173,326 people impacted through their high-quality products
- 246,876 people reached via their comprehensive training programs
- 176,718 tonnes of CO2 emissions reduced thanks to their water filters
These figures don’t just show scale; they highlight a commitment to quality and sustainability that’s hard to beat.
Who Benefits Most? Families and Schools in Rural East Africa
Their customers are mostly families and schools in rural East Africa, places where contaminated water sources are the norm rather than the exception. Aqua Clara Kenya steps in with a participatory training approach, effective products, and last-mile distribution to make sure these communities get safe drinking water, proper hygiene, and sanitation. It’s not just about handing over products; it’s about empowering people to use and maintain them properly.
Products That Work — Tested and Trusted
One thing that stands out is their focus on quality. Aqua Clara Kenya designs or carefully selects WASH products that are not only effective and affordable but also easy to use and maintain. These products undergo rigorous testing and have the stamp of approval from the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS). And get this — over 97% of customers report being very satisfied with what they get. That’s a huge vote of confidence.
Innovative Community Engagement Through WASHIRIKI
Another cool aspect is their partnership with county governments to train community health workers (CHWs). These CHWs then form WASHIRIKI clubs — think of them as grassroots hubs where members learn about water, sanitation, and hygiene. This approach sparks behavior change and boosts demand for WASH products. It’s a smart way to create lasting impact by involving the community directly.
Project Impact Aligned with Global Goals
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
By improving access to safe water and sanitation, reducing carbon emissions, and working closely with local partners, Aqua Clara Kenya contributes directly to these Sustainable Development Goals. Their market-based approach, combined with partnerships involving microfinance institutions and NGOs, ensures vulnerable households and schools get the support they need.
How Distribution and Follow-Up Make a Difference
Aqua Clara Kenya doesn’t just drop off products and walk away. They use a market-based distribution model, often teaming up with microfinance institutions to provide loans or NGOs to subsidize costs for vulnerable groups. Plus, they follow up with 100% of their customers to make sure products are used and maintained correctly. This hands-on approach guarantees that the benefits last — no guesswork, no loose ends.
