Water Channel

14-09-26
Ed Borgnis

Why is there a water problem?

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28-06-24
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SISS Walkathon 2024 – for clean water in Africa

Support the SISS Walkathon 2024! Learn more about the ambitious fundraising marathon by the school from Seeheim-Jugenheim, Germany, aiming to build a well for clean water in Africa. Read our interview with the student leadership team and help transform the lives of over 1,000 people sustainably.

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20-03-24
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From hibiscus to water wells – TeeFee’s commitment to safe water

In an exclusive chat, TeeFee's Marco Rühl and Julia Lorenzen share their story: a passion for healthy, sugar-free drinks evolves into a commitment to global change with WellBoring, bringing water wells to Africa. Every TeeFee sale fuels this transformative mission.

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28-02-24
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The journey to water – a personal tale from Kenya, Africa

In our latest blog, witness the harsh reality of water scarcity in Kenya. Follow a first-time visitor moved by stunning landscapes and the critical meaning of 'water is life' for communities. Explore the pivotal role of groundwater wells in securing sustainable access to the life-sustaining resource water in Africa.

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Expert drilling team members from WellBoring methodically add an extension to a drill bit, part of the sustainable water well construction process in a grassy field.
20-12-23
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Wells of hope: a Kenyan success story

Dive into an eye-opening piece originally published by FairPlanet, now on our blog. It spotlights WellBoring's efforts in Kenya, addressing water poverty with transformative groundwater wells and a sustainable approach to maintenance and co-development.

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15-12-23
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Schools deep in need: Ralang primary school Kenya, Africa

Discover the stark realities at Ralang Primary School, grappling with severe water scarcity, unsanitary conditions, and decaying infrastructure. Learn how their struggles mirror wider community issues and admire their resilient pursuit of a better educational environment in the face of formidable challenges.

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schools deep in need: kodida primary school
14-12-23
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Schools deep in need: Kodida primary school Kenya, Africa

Step into the world of Kodida Primary School, where 446 students confront the realities of water scarcity and limited resources. Explore in a short video statement their tenacious journey through challenges and witness a school's unyielding spirit.

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12-12-23
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Transformative tales – Ngeny special school

Watch how Ruth Ooro, head teacher at Ngeny Special School for the Hearing Impaired, transforms lives with water access. See the joy and hope in her eyes as clean water brings not just health, but opportunities for growth and security for these special children.

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01-12-23
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Power of Co-Development: A key to successful well building in Africa

Hundreds of millions of people lack access to safe water and hundreds of thousands die each year from water-borne diseases - mostly children. It’s a problem that can be fixed, but to do so we must change the way we think about international development.

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30-11-23
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Tutorial: how to service a borewell with handpump

In our concise 10-minute video, Stephen Omondi shares his extensive borewell expertise, simplifying regular maintenance into accessible steps. A key resource for communities and NGOs, it improves well longevity and self-reliance, addressing the critical issue of Africa's many neglected groundwater wells.

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24-11-23
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Transformative tales – Ndiru primary school Kenya, Africa

Explore the severe water poverty at Ndiru School: weekly, 300-400 students trek 10 km in total to collect 6000 liters of unsafe water, losing 1800 hours of learning. Each child carries up to 20 kg on the 5 km return journey, reflecting a broader crisis in sub-Saharan Africa.

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17-11-23
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How well rehabilitation helps to alleviate Africa’s water crisis

Discover why WellBoring is on a mission to repair abandoned wells in Sub-Saharan Africa! By rehabilitating forgotten wells at a lower cost than new installations, we aim to renew access to vital water resources for schoolchildren and communities.

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13-11-23
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Let’s end water poverty in Africa with clean water wells

Imagine you must walk to a river to get water. No pipes, no taps, just dirty water. This is the reality for hundreds of millions of people, and is the cause of much sickness and death, especially among children. But we can change this. Find out how.

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10-11-23
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Addressing the broken well problem in Africa

There’s a hole, there’s plenty of water, but there’s no longer a way of getting the water out. This has happened to thousands of wells. NGOs and local government may prefer to add more wells, even at much greater cost, rather than fixing broken wells.

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