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The Global Clean Water Challenge

Access to clean water changes lives every day. These statistics help explain why water well projects remain one of the most effective ways to provide long-term access to safe water.

2.2B

people worldwide lack access to safely managed drinking water.

Source: WHO / UNICEF (JMP)
1 in 4

People rely on drinking water sources that are vulnerable to contamination.

Source: World Health Organization
703K

Deaths each year are linked to unsafe water, inadequate sanitation, and poor hygiene.

Source: WHO
200M

Hours are spent every day collecting water, primarily by women and children.

Source: UNICEF
50%

Of hospital beds in developing regions are occupied by patients suffering from water-related illnesses.

Source: World Water Council / UN
55% Increase

Global water demand is projected to grow by 2050.

Source: UN / OECD
WHY WATER WELLS MATTER

Clean Water Changes Lives

A water well is more than a source of water. It provides communities with reliable access to clean water for drinking, cooking, hygiene, and everyday needs. Across Africa and Asia, water well projects continue to support families and communities for years to come. Every completed project is documented with photos, videos, and exact location details, allowing customers to see the finished result for themselves.

Where We Build Water Wells

7 Countries, One Purpose

We build water wells across Africa and Asia and document every completed project with photos, videos, and location details. Explore the countries where our water well projects are making a difference.

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NigerWest Africa
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NigeriaWest Africa
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PakistanSouth Asia
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BangladeshSouth Asia
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IndiaSouth Asia
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CameroonWest Africa
Map of countries where African Well operates
15,000+
Water Wells Built
500,000+
People Served
7
Countries Served
100%
Documented projects

Every water well starts with one decision

Choose a project, personalize your plaque, and receive documentation of the completed water well once construction is finished.