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Catch up on what we’re working on, from project updates to fundraising campaigns, behind-the-scenes moments, and ways you can get involved.

Renowned garden historian Advolly Richmond joins Village Water as new AmbassadorÂ
Join us in welcoming Advolly and supporting our vision of reaching everyone, everywhere with safe water, leaving no one behind.Â

Building Sustainable Futures: Village Water’s WASH Carbon Reduction ProjectÂ
In a world grappling with water scarcity and climate change, finding sustainable solutions is not just essential—it’s urgent. Village Water, alongside partners CO2 Balance, WATSAN Mozambique, and ECHO Zambia, embarked on an innovative journey to tackle these challenges head-on. Our project isn’t just about repairing water points; it’s about creating a ripple effect of positive […]

On the Ground in Zambia: Reflections from Our March 2025 Site VisitsÂ
In March 2025, Village Water Data Officer Tom Cripps had the incredible opportunity to visit several of our project sites in Zambia, including the Imana Integrated Project, Likuma School, and Kitumba Community School. This trip was a valuable reminder of why we do this work.Â

How we reach 100% coverage
Our goal has always been to see no-one left behind without safe water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). So, alongside our regular pump repair projects, this year we are scaling up our work on a district wide plan in Nalolo district, Zambia.

Evelyn’s Story
Evelyn is a farmer and mother to 11 children. She had to walk long distances every day to collect water for her family and livelihood.

Philip in the Field: Dots on a Map
Philip's on his first trip into the field. Read more about his journey...

Keeping water supplies flowing for the long term in Zambia’s remote communities
In 2021 our partner ECHO, in Zambia, travelled to the remote north-east of Central Province where they met Rostina, a resident of Chola community. Their mission, to repair the village pump, now broken down for six years.

Advolly Richmond – interview
We were honoured to have Advolly speak for us on The Radio 4 Charity Appeal this year.