Evaluating a Water Quality Assurance Fund Intervention in Ghana and Kenya

Launched by THE AQUAYA INSTITUTE · Aug 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at a new program called the "Water Quality Assurance Fund" in rural areas of Ghana and Kenya. The goal of this study is to see how this program can improve the safety and quality of drinking water. Researchers believe that by providing financial support and training to water system operators, they can enhance their knowledge and practices related to water treatment. This should lead to better water quality at the tap, as well as increased satisfaction and awareness among the community about the importance of safe drinking water.

To participate in this study, water systems must meet certain criteria, such as being functional and accessible for testing. Additionally, participants in household surveys need to be at least 18 years old and customers of a participating water system. If you qualify, you can expect to engage in surveys that help researchers understand your experiences with water safety and quality. This trial is currently recruiting participants, and your involvement could help improve water safety in your community.

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Eligibility criteria

• Eligibility to receive the intervention was determined by water system criteria:
• Inclusion Criteria:
• • The district or county government was interested in participating in the Assurance Fund program and water systems within the district/county were accessible to a partner central laboratory that was able to provide water sample collection and testing services for a fee.
• • Water systems were functional.
• • Water systems were piped water systems (Kenya, Ghana) or mechanized boreholes with a single tapstand (Ghana).
• • Water systems could afford regular water quality testing from the selected laboratory.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Water systems did not meet above inclusion criteria.
• • To be eligible to participate in household surveys, participants need to be at least 18 years of age and a customer of a eligible water system.