A New Dawn for Tomefa: Clean Water Flows on Valentine’s Day
In the heart of Tomefa, a vibrant fishing community in Ghana, Valentine’s Day 2025 was not just a celebration of love but a historic milestone that will forever change the lives of its residents. Amidst pomp and pageantry, Easy Water for Everyone commissioned its largest water project, bringing clean, potable water to a community that had never experienced the luxury of water flowing from a tap.
The atmosphere was satisfying as community members gathered to witness the life-changing event. For the women and children of Tomefa, this was more than just a ceremony—it was the end of an era of hardship and the beginning of a brighter, healthier future.
A Long-Awaited Relief
For generations, the people of Tomefa relied on distant, often contaminated water sources. Women and children, who bore the brunt of this burden, would trek under the scorching sun, carrying heavy buckets of water to meet their daily needs. The toll on their health, education, and overall well-being was immense.
But on this special day, their struggles became a thing of the past. As the tap was turned on for the first time, clean water gushed forth, symbolizing hope, dignity, and progress. The excitement was palpable, especially among the women and children, who could now look forward to more time for school, work, and family—free from the grueling task of fetching water.
A Valentine’s Day to Remember
What better way to celebrate love than by giving the gift of life itself? Easy Water for Everyone’s initiative couldn’t have come at a more fitting time. On a day dedicated to love and compassion, the organization delivered a sustainable solution that will transform the lives of residents Tomefa and its environs for generations to come.
The commissioning ceremony was graced by the presence of the community chief and opinion leaders, who expressed their gratitude and optimism for the future. In a speech read on his behalf, the Chief emphasized the profound impact clean water would have on the community’s health, education, and economic opportunities.
Health, Sustainability, and Empowerment
Mr. Harrison Matti, Country Director of Easy Water for Everyone in Ghana, took the stage to highlight the health benefits the project would bring, particularly for women and children. He stressed the importance of clean water in reducing waterborne diseases and improving overall quality of life.
Mr. Matti also encouraged the community to take ownership of the project, urging them to implement sustainability measures to ensure its long-term success. “This project is not just for today; it’s for the future. With your support, we can ensure that clean water continues to flow for generations to come,” he said.
He also advised the women on the best ways to store water safely at home. “Clean water is a precious resource, and how we store and use it matters,” he said.
A Celebrity’s Touch
The event took an inspiring turn when Nana Ama Agyeiwaa, winner of Ghana’s Most Beautiful Pageant 2010 and a renowned social influencer, addressed the gathering. She expressed her gratitude to Easy Water for Everyone and its donors for their continuous support to hard-to-reach communities in Ghana, Senegal, and Uganda, using their unique water filtration technology.
“I am elated to be part of this life-changing experience,” Nana Ama said. “Thank you for granting me this opportunity to witness the joy and hope that clean water brings to a community.”
She educated women on the importance of maintaining personal hygiene practices. “By observing proper hygiene practices, we can protect our children from diseases and ensure a healthier future for our families.”
The Future is Here
The Tomefa water project is more than just an infrastructure achievement—it’s a testament to the power of collaboration, compassion, and community. Easy Water for Everyone, with the support of donors, partners, and local leaders, has demonstrated that access to clean water is not just a basic necessity but a fundamental right.
As the community celebrated this milestone, it was clear that the future had arrived in Tomefa. Clean water is no longer a distant dream but a tangible reality, flowing freely and bringing with it the promise of a healthier, more prosperous life.
This is our largest project which is expected to serve about 2,000 people. Unlike our previous installations, this system utilizes 16 repurposed hemodialyzers instead of the usual 8. We are collaborating with the Water Research Institute at CSIR Ghana, to track the prevalent rate of schistosomiasis in the population using the NUF500.
A Call to Action
While Tomefa’s story is one of triumph, countless communities in Ghana, Senegal, and Uganda still await their turn. Our work is far from over, and the need for support for 2025 remains urgent. Let’s remember that love is not just about grand gestures, but also about extending a helping hand to those in need.
Together, we can ensure that more communities experience the life-changing gift of clean water. Support our efforts with your donation.
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Why Clean Water Matters for Rural Villages: The Impact of Easy Water for Everyone
With Giving Tuesday approaching on December 3rd, it’s a powerful time to consider the importance of clean water in rural villages across sub-Saharan Africa. Easy Water for Everyone is dedicated to transforming lives, particularly children under age, by ensuring that clean, safe water is accessible to those who need it most.
Water is life and the foundation of all human activities.
With Giving Tuesday approaching on December 3rd, it’s a powerful time to consider the importance of clean water in rural villages across sub-Saharan Africa. Easy Water for Everyone is dedicated to transforming lives, particularly for children underage, by ensuring that clean, safe water is accessible to those who need it most.
Health and Wellbeing
Waterborne diseases like diarrhea and cholera remain a significant threat to rural families, especially children. Our NUF500 filtration device removes harmful pathogens such as E. coli in most water sources, reducing childhood disease by 88% and ensuring families can drink water without fear.
Empowering Women and Girls
Access to clean water brings transformative benefits, particularly for women and girls, who often bear the responsibility of water collection. Easy Water for Everyone’s solutions empower girls to stay in school and enable women to pursue opportunities that uplift their families and communities, fostering health, education, and economic growth.
Education and Economic Growth
Access to clean water boosts school attendance and creates a healthier, more economically productive community. Schools become safer learning environments, and families can work and thrive without the disruptions caused by waterborne illnesses.
Sustainable, Scalable Solutions
Our gravity-powered water filtration devices require no electricity and are designed for long-term use. They ensure that villages can maintain independent access to clean water. This sustainable solution brings lasting change to communities.
Join Us on GivingTuesday
Clean water is more than a basic need; it’s the foundation for health, empowerment, and opportunity. This GivingTuesday, December 3rd, join us in our mission to bring clean, safe water to more villages. Your support can create ripples of change, transforming lives and paving the way for a brighter future.
Transforming Lives in Ghana: Support Our Solar Water Expansion
At Easy Water for Everyone, we are dedicated to creating sustainable water solutions for communities in need. In January 2020, we partnered with the Afram Plains Development Organization (APDO) to install two Gravity Water Stations in the Kodidi and Madagascar communities located in Ghana’s Kwahu Afram Plains South District.
These water stations were designed to extract water from the Oti River, which is over 600 meters from both communities.
Overcoming Initial Challenges
Initially, these stations relied on gasoline-powered pumps for water distribution. However, due to the fact that adulterated gasoline is often supplied to these remote areas, the pumps frequently break down. After just two weeks, the pumps required costly repairs, and transporting them to the district capital for maintenance became a major challenge.
The Shift to Solar Power
Recognizing the need for a reliable and sustainable solution, Easy Water for Everyone launched a fundraising campaign to replace the gasoline pumps with solar-powered systems. Despite the challenges of working from boats during installation, our team successfully installed the solar-powered pumps, ensuring a steady supply of clean water to these communities.
Today, the residents of Kodidi and Madagascar enjoy continuous access to clean water. The new system operates under a pay-to-fetch model, empowering local women as "waterpreneurs" who manage water sales and funds. These women work closely with the Water and Sanitation Management Committees to ensure the sustainability of the system, while also supporting their own livelihoods.
Next Steps: Expanding to More Communities
While we have made significant progress in Kodidi and Madagascar, there is still work to be done. Two additional communities in Ghana’s Oti Region urgently need solar-powered pumps to ensure safe and reliable access to clean water.
We’re calling on our generous supporters to help us expand this life-changing initiative. Your contributions can make a direct impact by providing sustainable water solutions to even more villages in need.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
Thank you to our supporters for making these advancements possible. Donating today can bring clean, safe water to more communities and change lives for generations to come.
Asunafo South District Assembly Partners with Easy Water for Everyone to Extend Clean Water Access
[September 11, 2024] – In August 2024, as part of the Asunafo South Nsupa ne Ahoteɛ Nkosoɔ (ASNAN Initiative), the Asunafo South District Assembly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Easy Water for Everyone (EWfE), a non-profit organization that provides sustainable, clean drinking water to communities with populations of 300 and above. This collaboration will bring clean water access to several underserved areas within the district, advancing local efforts toward achieving universal Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) coverage by 2030.
As part of the first phase, EWfE has completed a “Willingness to Pay” assessment in Betenasua and identified Tanoso and Dwakwakrom for the initial round of Gravity Water Station (GWS) installations, scheduled for completion between September and November 2024. The stations will serve Tanoso (830 people), Betenasua (308 people), and Dwakwakrom (465 people).
EWfE’s commitment to sustainable solutions, supported by a pay-to-fetch model and solar-powered GWS, ensures year-round water availability in rural areas. The organization, led by Country Director Harrison Matti, will work closely with the district’s planning office and the Assembly to guarantee project timelines are met.
The District Chief Executive (DCE), Frank Adu Poku, expressed his full support for the partnership, emphasizing the district’s commitment to improving water access for all communities.
After the MoU was signed, the technical team of EWfE working in the Asunafo South District conducted a working visit to the Asutifi North District to inspect the GWS. The visit was also aimed at helping the District team adequately prepare to meet their financial commitments under the partnership.
The DCE expressed his excitement about working with EWfE to address the district’s water and sanitation challenges and recognized IRC Ghana’s valuable role in facilitating this partnership.
For further information, please contact:
Harrison Matti - Country Director
harrison.matti@easywaterforeveryone.org