Getting water from a well is heavy and risky. Water wells are available at many schools in Sierra Leone, drawing water costs a lot of energy and can be dangerous for school children.
The Flamingo Water Pump makes water drawing easier and safer for children. By using the pump, they get clean drinking water and the well is also protected against evaporation and pollution.
Clean drinking water is a basic provision to make girls and young women more resilient and stronger.
Clean water improves the basic health of children.
Girls and women no longer have to walk long distances alone and are less exposed to sexual harassment and violence.
Girls have more time to spend on their education. When they finish school, they have a better chance of a job and economic independence.
Water pumps are not available in many public schools. That is why we provide water pumps in schools where there is no pump.
The Flamingo Water Pump is now being pilot-produced locally in Sierra Leone. This provides employment and contributes to clean drinking water, hygiene and health.
SEP recently installed a total 12 pumps in different locations in Sierra Leone and young and old alike are very pleased with it. The pump, designed by the University of Twente, consists of simple technology, which makes it affordable and reliable. It is also easy to repair with local materials. Three students from Delft University of Technology have installed the pump – See installation instruction .
Plan for 2022-2023
Develop a marketing strategy and sales plan for these water pumps in Sierra Leone.
Develop a professional working place for the production of the pumps..