Rebuilding Dignity: How Sanitation Loans Transform Lives in Kenya By Grace Okwisa, FINISH Mondial Kenya Access to a latrine is a basic need, but it remains a challenge for some people, like Elizabeth. Recently, her situation took a positive turn with the help of a local savings and credit cooperative, BIMAS (SACCO). Remnants of
Water Experts Dive into Conservation on the Occasion of FINISH Mondial India’s 15th Anniversary By FINISH Mondial India team Water experts, with over 140 years of combined experience, gathered at the 15th anniversary of the FINISH Mondial India Roundtable, titled “Bridging Gaps for a Water-Ready Future,” to address the global challenge of dwindling water reserves.
Better Health, A Cleaner Home By Elias Kazingoma and Marieke Kremer Antony Manyerezu Mpandoji (54) is a pastoralist living in Misungwi, Tanzania. In the past, he and his family used an open pit covered with straw as a toilet. The situation was far from ideal: “It had no privacy, and there were always a lot
Her Excellency Ms. Marisa Gerards, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to India hosting FINISH Mondial India team in her residence in New Delhi Financial Inclusion Improves Sanitation and Health (FINISH) Mondial reached a significant milestone in their journey towards improved sanitation. Hosted by Her Excellency Ms. Marisa Gerards, Ambassador of the
Yesterday marked a significant achievement in FINISH Mondial's journey towards improved sanitation as HE Ms. Marisa Gerards, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to India, hosted a special event at her residence to celebrate the construction of 2 million toilets. This milestone was achieved through the steadfast support and hard work of numerous partners,
FMK participated in the Water and Sanitation Investors Conference (WASIC) to showcase the programme’s blended financing model for access to Safely managed Water and Sanitation FINISH Mondial participated in the Water and Sanitation Investors Conference (WASIC) held between March 6th-8th 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. The conference’s theme this year was “Accelerating Investments for Sustainable Access
In the heart of Ethiopia's Oromia region, East Shewa zone, Abebech Hawasi, a 30-year-old mother of three, shares the transformative impact that FINISH Mondial Ethiopia and its local partner, Bole Bible Baptist Church, have had on her family. Three years ago, the program helped Abebech and her husband Birhanu Urgesa in constructing their first improved
By Kartik Kamath Innovation is the seed of change, born from creative ideas and bold visionaries. Whether it's a groundbreaking technology, a social initiative, or a sustainable solution, innovation has the power to revolutionize industries, transform communities, and improve lives. However, the true magic of innovation lies not just in its conception but in its
We are delighted to announce that we've received a whopping 77 applications for our 4th annual Sanitation Technology Hackathon. A huge thank you to all budding innovators for your submissions! Applications are now closed. Our esteemed jury members are currently gearing up to select the top finalists. Join us for a live webinar on March
By Sajib Mahanta The relationship between ensuring access to safe sanitation facilities and overall well-being has been studied extensively. Although this access comes with challenges, it's also supported by different factors that facilitates the construction of safe sanitation systems. While numerous facilitators have been documented in the comprehensive review on Barriers and Facilitators to Water,
