Most countries in Sub-Saharan Africa face a critical lack of access to clean water, with millions of people still without this basic necessity. The consequences of this lack of access are far-reaching and affect people of all ages, but women and children are particularly impacted.

The Devastating Effects on Communities
Communities in Sub-Saharan Africa face a range of challenges due to the lack of access to clean water, including:

• Threat to Health: The absence of clean water increases the risk of water-borne illnesses such as cholera, typhoid, and dysentery, which can have serious health consequences, including death.
• The burden on Women and Children: In many communities, women and girls are responsible for collecting water from distant sources, putting them at risk of physical harm and limiting their opportunities for education and other activities.
• Stagnated Economic Development: The burden of water-borne illnesses can limit economic opportunity, as people are unable to work or participate in other activities.
• Impeded Education: Children, especially girls, may miss school to collect water, limiting their access to education and reducing their future economic opportunities.

Our Approach

Petronille Healthy Society is taking bold action to address the water crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa. We are dedicated to addressing these challenges and providing clean water and sanitation services to communities in need throughout Sub-Saharan Africa. We work in partnership with local organizations to ensure that our projects are sustainable and meet the unique needs of each community. Our comprehensive approach includes building wells and taps in remote, rural areas, advocating for policy changes at the local, national, and international levels, and partnering with local organizations to create sustainable solutions.