RWICA Water - Water for a Healthy Start

RWICA – Rethinking how we live with nature!

RWICA is a woman- and youth-led nonprofit Community Service Organization (CSO) dedicated to addressing water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) challenges while promoting climate resilience and gender equity

Our story

Since 2020, we have been working with grassroots communities, policymakers, and key stakeholders to ensure access to safe water, protect ecosystems, and build resilient communities through our One Health holistic approach.

Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)

Clean Water. Better Health. Stronger Communities. Through WASH programs, RWICA improves access to safe water, hygiene education, and sanitation facilities for families, schools, and health centres.

FOCUS AREAS

Ecosystem Conservation

We promote the protection and restoration of natural ecosystems through education, advocacy, and practical conservation actions

Water System Solutions

Access to clean and safe water is essential for life and sustainable development. RWICA supports communities in developing and maintaining reliable water systems

Community Empowerment

RWICA empowers communities to take charge of their development by building local capacity and promoting inclusive participation.

Latest Engagements and Updates

Big steps in school health at St. Francis Primary School

December 2, 2025

On 20th November 2025, we unveiled the Three Star Approach to WASH in Schools and launched our new WASH Club with an inspiring training session. ...

Engagement visit by giz Uganda

November 13, 2025

We hosted a team from GIZ Uganda (Civil Society Support Program) for a partnership scouting visit.

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Featured Blog

Launching Health & Dignity: WASH Training and Menstrual Hygiene Sensitization at St. Francis Primary School

02 December 2025

Date: 20th November 2025 Location: St. Francis Primary School-Mpigi A new chapter in school health and hygiene began at St. Francis Primary School, with the official launch of the Three Star Approach to WASH in Schools and the formation of the school’s fi…

Our Activities Across Uganda

Transforming communities through sustainable climate action and renewable energy solutions

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Impact

The Lab develops innovative, catalytic ideas for financial solutions that can drive climate-related investment in emerging economies.

COMMUNITIES REACHED

Empowered with clean water access, WASH education, and sustainable livelihood training

BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED

Directly reached through health, sanitation, and community empowerment programs.

WATER SYSTEMS ESTABLISHED OR REHABILITATED

Including boreholes, rainwater harvesting systems, and handwashing facilities improving safe water access.

WOMEN AND YOUTH IMPACTED

Equipped with practical livelihood skills like soap-making, entrepreneurship, and resource management for economic independence.