Groundwater in Malawi
Decades of well-intentioned charity campaigns have left much of the west believing that Africa’s water crisis is due to limited supply. This, however, is untrue. The continent has plentiful reserves of water, but these ‘water…
CUID’s take on Dry January
At the end of January, the Cambridge University International Development Society (CUID) partook in a committee fundraising challenge centred around the theme of water, sanitation and hygiene to raise money and awareness for Pump Aid.
2020: A year of fundamental lessons for aid and NGOs?
2020 has been a challenging year for us all and, while nothing can make up for the devastating impact for so many, one of the positive consequences has been how it has forced us to…
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Reflections from a supporter’s visit to Malawi
Having supported Pump Aid for several years it was a privilege in March 2020, on the back of a family trip to Malawi, to see for myself some of the work they have been doing. …
Thirsty Planet and Pump Aid: A partnership for innovation
Thirsty Planet. One of the UK’s most successful charity water brands, dedicated to encouraging positive action through drinking well and doing good. A donation is made with every bottle sold; inspiring the power of positive…
Overturning Aid Dependency in Malawi
July marks 55 years since Malawi gained independence from British colonial rule, as well as 25 years of a democratic government. Yet Malawi remains one of the poorest countries in the world.
How Pump Aid Supports Development & The Environment
World Water Week is the annual focal point to discuss the globe’s water issues. This year (26th to 31st August 2018), the focus is on the link between ecosystems, human development and water.