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| We are excited to report that thanks to all the support from our partners and individual donors, we have been able to realize the clean water supply for the remote community of Anja-Belitsaka. The installation team of our technical partners have commissioned the solar-powered desalination system past week. From now on, clean water is coming out of the taps for the community of 4.000 people in the arid southwest of Madagascar. The project is capable of providing 30.000 liters of clean water daily, made only using the elements of salt water and sunshine. On behalf of the entire community of Anja-Belitsaka, we would like to thank you for your support! |
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| What was the water situation before our work? Anja-Belitsaka is a village on the South-West coast of Madagascar, with a total population of around 4.000 people in the area. The community relies mainly on agriculture, livestock, and fishing for their livelihoods, but 75% of households live on less than 2 euros per day. The region faces an arid climate, receiving only about 300mm of rainfall annually and enduring long dry spells lasting 6 to 8 months, exacerbated by climate change.These droughts threaten subsistence farming and the overall way of life. Access to water presents significant health concerns as the local brackish water is of poor quality, risking water-borne diseases, particularly among children. The distance to water sources and the time spent collecting water—often two to three times daily—further complicate daily life. Women and children are disproportionately affected by these water challenges, hindering their rights to health, education, and self-development. |
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| Thank you for your support which enabled multiple Sustainable Development Goals.Water is an interconnected Sustainable Development Goal. This project is so much more than just access to clean water:SDG 3: 4.000 people in a remote community will enjoy better health Clean water and health are closely linked. Water pollution kills more than wars and all violence combined: Each year, 3.4 million people, mostly children, die from water-related diseases. The desalination technology filters out dangerous substances, contributing to global healthSDG 6: 4.000 people in a remote community gained access to clean water. Water scarcity is preventing millions of people from proper sanitation. Solar desalination is a solution to improve sanitation and clean water accessibility, especially in remote places with severe water stress.SDG 11: Resilience is provided by a sustainable solution Many communities rely on unsustainably treated water, which is often, next to being environmentally damaging, very expensive. By using only the sea and sun, resilience is provided for future increasing droughts. |
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| The next project is in the makingOver 11 million people in Madagascar have no access to safe water. Rural areas face the most difficulty having access to clean water, with over 85% of them lacking access. As many women & children are still spending hours each day collecting unsafe water, the Elemental Water Foundation has decided to develop and fund another project for a community in Madagascar. Building upon the experience and partnerships realized with our previous Madagascar water projects, we are positive that we can again make a difference & generate a sustainable impact. We are currently exploring the next project location and will provide the details once they become available. |
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