About us
Safe water, decent toilets and good hygiene practices, mean good health, more chance to work and greater access to education.
Lasting change starts with safe water and sanitation.
Working with district, provincial and national partners in Zambia & Mozambique, we support lasting, local solutions to reach everyone with water, sanitation and hygiene, leaving no one behind.
History
After selling his skip business in 1999, David Dixon, a civil engineer with degrees in hydraulics from the University of Liverpool and a diploma in hydrology from Delft University, wanted to use the proceeds for good. A trip to Zambia revealed the urgent need for safe water in rural villages, inspiring him to rally friends and family to fundraise.
Their efforts repaired 20 broken water points and laid the foundation for a strategy focused on systems change, partnerships, and lasting impact. What started as a small initiative has grown into Village Water, a passionate team working together to bring safe water and sanitation to those who need it most.
Partners
We share the same vision as our partners in Africa, – to improve health and opportunity by supporting lasting, local solutions to reach everyone with water, sanitation, and hygiene, leaving no one behind. We work with trusted local organisations like WATSAN Mozambique and ECHO Zambia, chosen for their skills, dedication, and professionalism. Together, we build long-term partnerships rooted in security, learning, and lasting change.
Strategic Plan
Our strategic goals: 2024 – 2026
-Support better health and opportunities for over half a million people in Zambia and Mozambique.
-Diversify our income streams for sustainable and stronger partnerships and raise £5 million over the three years.
-Strengthen local governments and local partners in Africa, helping districts to raise £500,000 in investment into the district wide plans by 2026.
Our Team
Our team is key to our success.
From ambassadors who spread the word about Village Water, to volunteer trustees who ensure strong governance, dedicated staff who drive sustainable impact and maintain strong financial systems, and fundraisers who help us fund projects that improve access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene.
Accounts & Annual Reports
We work closely with our local partners to ensure every pound is used effectively and transparently. By strengthening financial systems and promoting accountability, we make sure our funding delivers the greatest possible impact for the communities we serve.
What We Do
We work with local partners to ensure lasting access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene across Zambia and Mozambique
Gracious’ story
“I’m now able to send my children to school, pay my workers and do other things for myself as a woman. Now I run my own business and get contracts from Village Water as well as private clients and other organisations.”