Opening a Fountain in Africa
A Sustainable Solution for Accessing Clean Water
As the African Platform, we carry out end-to-end "water fountain" projects in water-stressed communities, including site selection, drilling, water quality testing, solar-powered pumps, and hygiene training. Our goal is to establish long-lasting, low-maintenance systems entrusted to the local community.
Why Open a Water Fountain?
Health: Clean water significantly reduces the incidence of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea, typhoid, and cholera.
Education and Economy: Improved access to water increases children's school attendance and women's participation in income-generating activities.
Social Transformation: Installing a water fountain in the village center strengthens social interaction, hygiene habits, and well-being.
The African Platform Model: A Step-by-Step Process
Needs Assessment and Site Selection – Site reconnaissance with local authorities and the village committee; analysis of available resources and population.
Hydrogeological Survey – Groundwater depth, flow, and sustainability calculations.
Drilling and Infrastructure – Well drilling, casing, filtration, gravel packing, and sealing.
Water Quality Tests – Chemical and microbiological testing; filter or chlorination unit if necessary.
Energy and Access – Solar-powered submersible pump, storage tank, locking tap, and child safety.
Community Education – Hygiene, maintenance routines, troubleshooting, and water committee organization.
Delivery, Reporting, and Monitoring – Photo-video documentation, coordinates, financial summary, and periodic inspection.
Our Sustainability Principles
Solar Energy: Reduces fuel requirements and operating costs.
Local Ownership: Rapid response to malfunctions through the village water committee and a small maintenance fund.
Access to Spare Parts: Standard, field-available equipment.
Transparent Reporting: Expense items, test results, and location data are shared with donors.
What Types of Projects Are Available?
Hand-pumped Well + Fountain: Economical solution for areas with shallow aquifers.
Solar Pump + Tank + Multiple Taps: Uninterrupted flow, even during peak hours, in densely populated villages.
Integrated System for Schools and Health Centers: Handwashing stations, including hygiene training.
Cost and Timing
The budget varies depending on the soil type, depth, transportation, and equipment type. The African Platform provides the donor with itemized costs (drilling, piping, pumps, tanks, testing, training, and logistics). The project plan is communicated along with the start-up and delivery schedule.
Participation Models for Water Well Organizations
Full Project Sponsorship: Complete water fountain for a single donor or institution.
Joint Funding: Multiple donors complete a project together.
Corporate Social Responsibility: Employee donation matching, integrated KPIs into the annual report.
Commemorative/Dedication Projects: Permanent commemoration with a name plaque, location, and report.
Education and Social Impact
Hygiene Education: Water transportation, storage, and handwashing.
Girls' Education: Access to water increases school attendance.
Local Employment: Locally added value for everyone from the drilling team to the maintenance staff.
Transparency and Reporting
Project file: Location, population, water test results, photo-video, GPS coordinates.
Monitoring: Periodic checks and feedback line within the first 12 months.
Impact Measurement: Time savings, waterborne disease case trends, school attendance (with local data).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1) How long will it take to open the fountain?
The planned schedule is shared based on site approval and supply; delivery is made once drilling and installation are completed.
2) Is the water quality safe?
Chemical and microbiological testing is performed at the well opening; filtration/chlorination is added when necessary.
3) What are the advantages of solar-powered systems?
Low operating costs, high availability, and environmentally friendly operation.
4) Can I see where my donation is spent?
Yes. All expenditure items and the project report (photo-video, coordinates, test results) are shared with the donor.
5) Who is responsible for maintenance?
The local water committee receives training; maintenance procedures and communication channels are established.
Support Now
In Africa, a fountain means health, education, and hope. You too can change the fate of a village with an individual or corporate donation.
Contact: Contact us for project details and sponsorship.