Stories
Every project begins with people. These are the voices that matter, powerful stories from Zambia and Mozambique where safe water, sanitation, and hygiene are transforming daily life and opening up new possibilities.
May 22, 2026
A sit down with our former CEO
Clare’s journey with Village Water began long before she officially joined the organisation in 2011. With a background in teaching and education charities, Clare later completed a master’s degree in international development before moving to Bolivia. Although she was offered a role there, she chose to return to the UK to stay closer to family, […]
May 15, 2026
How brother and sister are helping transform access to water and food in rural Zambia
In Imana Village, Zambia, siblings Mubu and Mwangala are part of a meaningful transformation that is changing everyday life for their community. For decades, Imana Village faced serious challenges in accessing safe water. Many households depended on shallow wells that frequently dried up or became contaminated. Families had to share unsafe water sources with animals, putting health at constant risk. […]
February 26, 2026
A sit down with our CEO
Ian Stone has been part of Village Water (VW) for over 13 years, witnessing the organisation mature from a small but impactful charity, into the organisation it is today. In this piece, Ian reflects on how he first became involved, the challenges faced along the way, and what lies ahead for the charity. Choosing Work That Matters Ian began volunteering with VW after studying […]
September 26, 2025
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 […]
September 26, 2025
Twenty Years Later in Nalitongo
We first supported Nalitongo in 2004, twenty years on and they are thriving and the pump is still functioning.
September 26, 2025
Saving footprints
On average 1hr and 25 min are spent by women and girls per trip on collecting water and firewood in most rural community households in the areas we support in Zambia and Mozambique.
July 22, 2025
Prudence’s JourneyÂ
In Mumbwa District, Zambia, 15-year-old Prudence is making small but powerful changes in her school and community. Â
June 25, 2025
Safe water and Sustainable Agriculture
In a rural village in Nalolo District, Zambia, where water scarcity is a daily challenge, families once relied on unsafe water sources shared with animals. Today, the story is very different.
June 23, 2025
Imana Community
We’re excited to share progress on our Integrated Project in Nalolo District, Zambia, an initiative designed to uplift smallholder farmers through sustainable agricultural practices, improved water access and skills development.
May 13, 2025
Meet Hendrix
Hendrix Kabunda has been with ECHO for three years now, working as the Acting WASH Coordinator.
May 2, 2025
Tebuho’s Story
In the heart of rural Zambia, 35-year-old Tebuho has been at the forefront of change. Since 2016, he has served as the Clinical Officer in charge of a health centre, a role that has not only fulfilled a lifelong dream but also become the foundation of meaningful progress for his community.
April 1, 2025
Breaking Menstrual Taboos Through Education
Thanks to the School Health and Nutrition (SHN) Club, pioneered by Village Water’s partner ECHO, students living in the communities we serve in Zambia are learning vital information about menstrual hygiene management (MHM), reproductive health, and the science behind menstruation.Â