Water Engineers for the Americas & Africa (WEFTA) and Sanitation and Water Action (SAWA) have advanced water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) efforts in Tanzania through a focused initiative conducted from September 15 to October 7, 2024. This “circuit rider” exercise targeted four healthcare facilities: Masanga Health Centre, St. John’s Hospital at Lugarawa, Mpapa Health Centre, and Lundu Dispensary.
Led by SAWA Executive Director Charles Zachariah and Board Member Godfrey Mpangala, the initiative aimed to monitor existing WASH infrastructure, deliver on-the-job training, and identify future needs for sustainable operations. Collaboration with healthcare facility management and community stakeholders ensured a comprehensive approach.
Data collection utilized surveys, field observations, interviews, and mapping tools, accompanied by GPS and photographic documentation. The effort highlights WEFTA and SAWA’s ongoing commitment to improving essential healthcare services in the region.
