4.9 million people don't have clean water.
4.9 million people don't have clean water.
That's over half the population.
Fewer than 2 in 10 people have a decent toilet.
Fewer than 2 in 10 people have a decent toilet.
That means over 7 million people go without.
Over 825 children under 5 die a year from diarrhoea.
Over 825 children under 5 die a year from diarrhoea.
Caused by dirty water and poor toilets.
What does WaterAid do in Papua New Guinea?
Working together with the Government, organisations and communities, we are tackling the challenges that hinder getting clean water and decent toilets to everyone.
We are building partnerships so that skills and experiences can be shared. We are demonstrating how good hygiene practices can change lives, while respecting diverse cultures. And we are constantly adapting our approach to make clean water and decent toilets a normal part of daily life for everyone.
A healthier start for babies
Together with local people we installed 11 tap stands in Musangan Village, East Sepik Province. With a nearby supply of clean water to drink and to wash children with, everyone is happier and healthier.
For a new mother like Leonie, a clean water supply can mean a safer start to her daughter Madison's life. “My baby hasn’t been sick, she is happy,” she says.
The community in Musangan were involved in every stage of planning and building, meaning the villagers feel ownership of the new facilities. Now everybody is confident maintaining the taps and toilets, the whole of Musangan can keep them working properly for good.