Founded in 1976, Kenya Water for Health Organization (KWAHO) is a national non-governmental organization implementing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH) and is widely recognized as the first Indigenous, Kenyan NGO at the community level- our niche lies in our hearty connections with communities, and especially women- having been founded on those grounds.
KWAHO’s major goal from inception has been to improve the health of the marginalized communities/groups including institutions, through increased access to safe water, improved sanitation, hygiene promotion, capacity building of community structures in general management of the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) facilities for sustainable development.
Armed with 50 years of experience, KWAHO remains your to – go – to partner for innovative, community centered and GESI mainstreamed interventions – Our portfolio includes:
In achieving the above result areas, KWAHO employs a variety of means of implementation – strategies and approaches including.
To facilitate all-inclusive and sustainable water, sanitation and hygiene programs for marginalized communities.
A healthy world with sustainable water, sanitation and hygiene for all.
Excellence and ethical standards in all our work.
We uphold honesty and accountability at every level.
Committed to serving communities with empathy.
We inspire through collaboration and shared purpose.
We welcome creativity in solving community challenges.
We value inclusivity and diverse perspectives.
At KWAHO, our diverse and experienced team works tirelessly to ensure equitable access to clean water, promote climate resilience, and empower marginalized communities throughout Kenya.
At KWAHO, our diverse and experienced team works tirelessly to ensure equitable access to clean water, promote climate resilience, and empower marginalized communities throughout Kenya.