Absa, World Vision aid Handeni with water project

TANGA: ABSA Bank Tanzania, in partnership with World Vision Tanzania, has handed over solar-powered water well and distribution network benefiting over 3,800 residents of Kwedizinga Village in Handeni District, Tanga Region.

The 50m/- worth project, sponsored by Absa marks a significant step in improving access to clean and reliable water for the residents of Kwedizinga Village, addressing long-standing water scarcity challenges.

By utilising solar power, the initiative promotes sustainable development and reduces reliance on non-renewable energy sources.

The Bank’s Head of Marketing and Corporate Relations, Mr Aron Luhanga, said the improved water access is expected to enhance community health, support livelihoods and contribute to better educational outcomes, particularly for women and children who often bear the burden of water collection.

“This project is more than infrastructure it’s a story of hope and opportunity. For years, lack of safe water held back Kwedizinga’s children. We’re proud to be a force for good,” he said.

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Previously, the community relied on seasonal ponds that dried up, forcing women and children to walk over two kilometres daily for unsafe water.

“This well, 180 metres deep, uses a solar-powered pump and stores water in a 50,000-litre elevated tank, supplying water through a gravity-fed system. The network includes pipelines and 10 water collection points distributed across the village,” he added.

The Director of World Vision Tanzania, Mr James Anditi said that clean water is not just essential for life but also key to child protection, health, education and economic resilience.

“Our core desire is to see every child flourish and live a life filled with hope and opportunity,” Mr Anditi said.

Handeni District Commissioner Mr Salum Nyamwese said the project exemplifies effective public-private collaboration in addressing community challenges.

“With shared goals, we can overcome even the toughest issues,” he said.

The project directly supports Phase III of the Water Sector Development Programme (WSDP) and aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation).