Nearly 90% of South Sudanese people lack access to clean drinking water and 95% of the population does not have access to sanitation. By improving access to improved drinking water sources and improved sanitation and hygiene we can improve nutritional outcomes and health. Good health in individuals and communities brings more assurance and efficiency in productivity across economic sectors besides contributing to the overall health of the population.

SSGID is therefore working on projects that integrate sustainable and local innovation to meet the needs of the grassroots communities. Thus we believe that everyone including the most marginalized have a right to safe water, hygiene and sanitation as a basic essential service for improved productivity.

The Water Hygiene and Sanitation activities include: