MWA Members Mobilize to Aid Earthquake Victims in Morocco

WASHINGTON, DC – In light of the tragic earthquake that struck Morocco on September 8, 2023, the Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) extends its deepest sympathies and solidarity to all those affected by this catastrophe. We wish to acknowledge the dedicated efforts of our member organizations, CARE, Water Mission, and CAWST, who are actively involved in…

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Using WPdx for Decision-Making in Water Point Implementation in Ethiopia

Contributed by Selamawit Tiruneh, Mussie Tezazu, and Tamene Chaka with the Millennium Water Alliance The Water Point Data Exchange (WPdx) platform offers a range of decision support tools that empower users to make informed decisions regarding water point implementation. These tools provide valuable insights and recommendations based on water point data available on the WPdx…

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The case for a Private Instance of WPdx in Ethiopia

Contributed by Selamawit Tiruneh, Mussie Tezazu, and Tamene Chaka with the Millennium Water Alliance Ethiopia, with a population of 112 million people, faces significant challenges in providing adequate and sustainable water services, particularly in rural areas. According to a 2020 Joint Monitoring Program report, only 5% of rural areas have access to safely managed water…

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Private Sector Participation in the Water and Rangeland Markets in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALS)

The private sector has a critical role in ending extreme poverty and realizing sustainable development, specifically through job creation, technology development, and investments. Indeed, the private sector creates an estimated 90% of all jobs in developing countries. Further, the private sector typically accounts for 60% of gross domestic product and 80% of total international capital…

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Validating the Impact: A Field Visit Assessment of WPdx Rural Decision Support Tools in Ethiopia

This blog is cross-posted on the WPdx website at this link: Validating the Impact: A Field Visit Assessment of WPdx Rural Decision Support Tools in Ethiopia – WPdx (waterpointdata.org) The water management landscape in Ethiopia has faced numerous challenges, particularly in terms of collecting, organizing, and efficiently utilizing water point data. The Water Point Data…

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[ETHIOPIA FIELD UPDATE] Monitoring Progress at Health Care Facilities

The Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) and partners recently conducted on-site assessments at health care facilities (HCFs) implementing the Clean Clinic Model (CCM). These field visits included the participation of regional health office staff members, including the hygiene and sanitation department team leader, a WASH coordinator, and a monitoring and evaluation expert from the external resource…

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[ETHIOPIA FIELD UPDATE] Government and Civil Society’s Organization Partnership Consultative Forum

From May 27–28, 2023, a pivotal two-day Partnership Consultative Forum was hosted by the Bureau of Finance of the Amhara Region and local CSOs. This forum served as an opportunity for mutual learning, collaboration, and recognition between the government and CSOs. With a dynamic agenda that included an exhibition and panel discussions, the forum also…

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[ETHIOPIA FIELD UPDATE] Visit by Joint Technical Review Team to Dera and North Mecha Woredas in the Amhara Region

The Multi-Stakeholder Forum (MSF) is a yearly event related to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH). It is organized by a combination of groups, including government bodies, development partners, non-government organizations, and private sector companies. The MSF’s main purpose is to look at the progress in the WASH sector, find out what works best, identify what…

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