Collectively, the methods that Aqua-Africa uses to manage its business differentiate the organization from other National non-government organizations (NGOs) operating in South Sudan. Aqua-Africa has operated continually in the country since South Sudan gained its national independence in 2011, and Aqua-Africa has skillfully avoided civil unrest, while keeping its vendors and employees safe during service delivery.
Methods
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Project Management
Aqua-Africa uses state of the art tools and technology to plan its projects. Program Director, Mabior Acouth, performs most of the required planning. The organization relies upon local craftsman and subcontractors to perform construction tasks, but the implementation efforts are led by Aqua-Africa’s on-site personnel, who direct and approve all …
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Operational Transparency
As a non-profit organization, Aqua-Africa, is committed to transparency, both in its finances and operations. In March of 2023, Aqua-Africa invited guests from Water for People, a global nonprofit working in nine countries across Latin America, Asia, and Africa, to visit South Sudan to perform an “audit” of Aqua-Africa’s operational …
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Board Engagement
Aqua-Africa believes in the importance of Board involvement. Here, Aqua-Africa Board Chair, Dr. Lyn Graves, meets with Manohar Reddy of The Great Ruaha Drilling Company in Juba, South Sudan to inspect their water drilling rigs. Ruaha is Aqua-Africa’s longest and most trusted services supplier in South Sudan. #withoutwaternothingcangrow
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Modern Survey Techniques
When scoping locations for their “Village Supplier” water towers and water systems, Aqua-Africa often uses drone technology to construct their survey maps. Maps produced include elevation details that help the organization select the best tower locations and water distribution points. Aqua-Africa seeks to minimize water collection times by building water …
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Regional Focus
Building trusted relationships with communities, their leaders and government officials take time. Additionally, it is essential that service goals are established and service impact is measured and accomplished. Aqua-Africa desires that every community member have reliable access to clean drinking water, electric power and sanitation. And, that these services are …