Water Related Social Enterprise

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7 Answers

1. Hello.
   I am aware that NUF has developed a technology like the one you are looking for and that participates in projects like yours.
   If you need more information, I know the Italian salesperson.

2. Hi Chitsanzo,

   You are welcome to use our self=washing filters which are suitable for local build. The design is free as a humanitarian service. I attach leaflets to explain the system. It is for community supply rather than household.

   Kindly Nigel Heeler  WaterReach

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   1. Thank you very much Nigel

3. Hi neighbour,

   I am working in Chipata just across your border.

   There is a lot going for you already in Malawi. 

   Don't forget to contact www.smartcentremalawi.com and http://www.safiwater.com/ both are in Malawi and have what I think you need.

    

   Good luck,

   Rik

    

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   1. Thanks Rik, this is wonderful

4. If you can import to your country, we can support in giving our natural electricity free water purifiers in bulk . See www.watsan.in 

5. Thank you for your consultation,

   To answer you positively, we are missing a lot of elements / However take the following elements into account: Depending on the geographic location of the area where you wish to operate certain solutions are more advantageous than others; the proximity of water point.

     sea, spring, river or even recycled water will indicate the means to be used, but beware of the cost of creating and maintaining infrastructure;

   The solutions we can offer you are completely autonomous, are capable of producing their own electrical energy and produce drinking water.

   Another important element is the daily volume you want to produce.

   With more information on your part we will be happy to answer you. Yours sincerely, Jean Pierre Willems

6. Before you start your social enterprise I suggest you read the UNICEF Malawi fact sheet. You download it here : https://www.unicef.org/malawi/reports/water-sanitation-and-hygiene-factsheets

   The next thing to consider is the cost. Many social enterprise get western donors to pay for a western product that you end up distributing in your chosen country of need. Before you know it your social enterprise distorts local markets, and may even create an alternative black market with various undesirable components. E.g LED battery lights in Indian and some of Africa's notorious slums stand out. The other thing to consider is whether a simple low cost local solution isn't a better idea. E.g. In many African nations water has been traditionally stored in earthenware pots stored under ground. Earthenware pottery makes an excellent water filter. There are several potters who teaching local people in Thailand, Cambodia etc. to make high quality water filters from local clay. This approach builds on traditional practice whilst building skills in enabling a locally self-sufficient and sustainable business model.

   Regards Siegfried Angerer

7. If portable and water-saving personal hygiene systems such as a washbasin with a tap, shower and bidet are of interest to you, I recommend the site: http://washinnovation.com/