Characterized by rapid urbanization and its rapidly growing economy, Ethiopia is increasingly being seen as a country of great hope. However, despite this promising future, there is still much work that needs to be done. An estimated 73% of the population do not have access to safe drinking water and 90% lack proper sanitation facilities.… Read more »
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Water and Sanitation Stories
The global spread of Coronavirus is an important reminder of the critical importance of access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene. More than 2.2 million people die each year from diseases associated with lack of access to safe drinking water, insufficient sanitation, and poor hygiene. Without a protected drinking water source, a proper toilet or… Read more »
Read moreWater and Sanitation Programmes in Haiti
Relative vs Absolute Poverty
What is Poverty? In simple terms, poverty is not having enough money or access to resources to enjoy a decent standard of living; be that the lack of access to healthcare, education or water and sanitation facilities etc. Historically, poverty in the UK was defined as either primary and secondary in studies by Seebhom Rowntree… Read more »
Read moreIndia Sanitation Project
Water Sanitation and Hygiene India, with its large population and difficult living conditions, has struggled to provide communities with stable and clean shelter. Further relevant as the population fights to beat the global COVID-19 pandemic. But why is sanitation so important? Especially with the ongoing pandemic, families, communities, and individuals have needed a safe and… Read more »
Read morePoverty and Education in East Africa: Breaking the Cycle
The impact of poverty on education in East Africa remains one of the biggest challenges, combined with huge structural issues such as the lack (if not absence) of employment opportunities for school and university graduates. That is one of the reasons why we focus on building affordable quality homes. This not only improves the health of entire… Read more »
Read moreImpact of the Refugee Crisis in Lebanon: Who Needs the Most Help? (Part 1)
Helping refugees in Lebanon is no small task. The refugee crisis has had a huge impact on the country and its population, which welcomes refugees from Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine and more. Since 2011, the Syrian conflict has devastated communities across the country causing the displacement of 8 million Syrians. It has prompted the exodus of more than… Read more »
Read moreCOVID-19 Relief in Cambodia
Over the course of the pandemic, Cambodia has suffered with around 79,000 coronavirus cases. This number is continuing to climb as the number of new cases and deaths is on a rise. In order to slow the spread of Coronavirus, proper sanitation facilities and clean water are of the utmost importance. However, many families in… Read more »
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