Water access and conservation

Water Access & Conservation

Access to clean and safe water is a fundamental human right, yet many communities in West Pokot and other marginalized areas face severe water scarcity. Our Sustainable Water Access & Conservation Program aims to bridge this gap by implementing long-term solutions that provide safe, reliable, and sustainable water sources.

Our Approach

Developing Sustainable Water Sources
We focus on long-term solutions that provide communities with consistent access to clean water.

Our key initiatives include:

Drilling and Rehabilitating Boreholes – Constructing new boreholes and repairing non-functional ones.
Rainwater Harvesting Systems – Installing storage tanks and catchment systems in schools, hospitals, and households.
Spring Protection & Wells – Developing and protecting natural springs and shallow wells to ensure clean water supply.
Sand Dams – Constructing sand dams to harvest and store rainwater, providing sustainable water source even during dry seasons.

Improving Water Infrastructure

A key challenge in water access is inadequate infrastructure, leading to water loss and contamination. We work to:

Expand Pipeline Networks – Connecting communities to safe water sources through gravity-fed and pumped pipeline systems.
Install Water Storage Facilities – Building reservoirs, tanks, and distribution points to improve availability.
Improve Sanitation & Hygiene Facilities – Constructing latrines, hand washing stations, and drainage systems to reduce waterborne diseases.

Enquiries

Promoting Water Conservation & Management

To ensure sustainable water use, we train communities on:

Efficient Water Use Practices – Encouraging rainwater harvesting and drip irrigation in farming.
Community-Based Water Management Committees – Empowering locals to manage and maintain water systems.
Water Treatment & Purification – Teaching filtration, chlorination, and safe storage techniques to reduce contamination.

Impact & Success Stories

West Pokot Borehole Rehabilitation (2023).
Rehabilitated over 5 non-functional boreholes, benefiting over 10,000 people.
Trained 35 community water managers to maintain the systems.
Rainwater Harvesting for Schools (2023- 2025)
Installed 10,000-liter storage tanks in 15 schools, ensuring continuous water supply for over 5,000 students

At Pokot Women’s Health Rights (POHR), we are committed to transforming the lives of women and girls in West Pokot County, Kenya. For over six years, we have worked tirelessly at the grassroots level to address the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities. Our mission is to end harmful cultural practices, Empower Women and Girls, and provide access to vital social, economic, and health resources.

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Our programs are tailored to address the complex, interlinked challenges faced by women and girls in West Pokot County through a holistic, community-driven approach that builds local ownership and long-term resilience.

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Water access and conservation