Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Projects

The Wau Pinetop Water Supply Project has been successfully completed in Ward 1 of Wau-Waria District, Morobe Province, bringing safe and reliable water access to approximately 3,000 residents. Led by ADRA PNG and inspected by the District WaSH Team, the project installed 50 functional tap stands serving key institutions including Pinetop Primary School, the local Aid Post, Police Station, community market, and over eight surrounding hamlets.

Project Highlights:

• 50 tap stands installed for clean water access

• Beneficiaries include schools, health posts, and community hubs

• Final inspection completed with local authorities

• Sanitation and hygiene infrastructure pending future funding

This initiative is part of the broader WaSH strategy in Wau-Waria District, aligned with the National WaSH Policy 2015–2030, and committed to improving essential services for underserved communities.

The Aseki Water Supply Project continues to enhance access to clean and reliable water for Aseki Station, serving key government institutions including the LLG Administration Office, Police Station, New Aseki Clinic, Aseki Lutheran and Junior High School, churches, commercial centers, and the New Aseki Market. This is a continued partnership with Menyamya DDA. The Moe community and surrounding hamlets also benefit from this vital infrastructure.

Project Highlights:

• Reservoir Tank Installed: Now operational as the main water storage unit, ensuring a consistent supply and pressure.

• Main Transmission Pipeline Laid: Connecting the water source to the distribution tank, forming the backbone of the system.

• 20 Tap Stands Delivered: Providing clean water access to Moe community and nearby hamlets.

• Further 104 Water points constructed at Aseki Station area.

• System Testing Completed: Routine maintenance and checks confirm the infrastructure is stable and ready for future expansion.

This milestone marks a significant step toward sustainable water access for Aseki Station and its surrounding communities.

The Finschaffen WaSH Project has reached completion across five key community sites—Namurak, Mamus, Divilo, Kemengin, and Satneng—located after Mindik

Station. Delivered by ADRA PNG in partnership with the Finschaffen District Development Authority and Kuat LLG, the project features a gravity-fed system (GFS) designed to provide a continuous flow of clean water, with long-term sustainability depending on active community involvement.

Project Highlights:

• Gravity-fed water system ensures reliable, long-term access to 6 main hamlets.

• A total of 74 communal water points connected for Tumnang/Mamus/Namurak/Kemengin/Satneng/Divilo.

• 14 new storage tanks (9,000L x1 + 5,000L x6 + 5,500L x7)

• Completion marked by ADRA PNG’s team departure on 16 May 2025.

• Aimed at reducing waterborne diseases and improving public health.

• Supports economic and social well-being through improved sanitation.

This initiative reflects a strong commitment to the National WaSH goals and the well-being of Finschaffen’s communities.

The Ifiufa Water Supply Project is a community-driven initiative launched in March 2023 under Papua New Guinea’s National WaSH Policy (2015), which aligns with SDG6 – Clean Water and Sanitation for All by 2030. The project is a collaboration between ADRA PNG, Iufiufa community, and GoPNG, aiming to improve access to safe drinking water for rural populations.

Project Highlights:

• 8 Hamlets: Wande, Suka Pass, 3 Conner, Blacks, Ifiufa, Kofo, Fruit Gate, Matehau

• Educational Institutions: 4 elementary schools, 1 primary school, 1 high school

• 200 Communial Water points

• 1 x 600L Sedimentation box

• A total of 152,000L Storage and distribution tanks. 60,000L Ferro storage tank + 129,600L Brick/cement distribution tank including 16 x 9,500L distrbution tanks. 

• Religious Institutions: 6 churches

• Population Served: Over 5,000 people, including children and elders

This initiative marks a significant step toward sustainable water access in PNG’s rural communities, reinforcing the government’s commitment to health, education, and development

In partnership with PNGUM of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. The Jiwaka WaSH initiative was able to provide water and sanitation infrastructure at the Minj hosting venue during the PNG for Christ 2024 Program. ADRA PNG successfully lead the project through supervision, technical support, and coordination of on-ground construction and implementation. We were able to

Improve water supply capacity for the event venue. Provide sanitation options with design and material listings. Supervise and advise technical teams and foremen

Progress Highlights:

• 8 x 9,500L tanks was installed on 5m-high metal racks. A total of 76,000L of storage capacity for the whole event.

• Water is distributed to strategic sites for drinking, hand hygiene, and up to 20 communal taps for general use

• Sanitation and pit toilets (20) 10 Communal for both male and female.

This project ensures safe, reliable water access for thousands of attendees, while promoting hygiene and public health during the PNG for Christ 2024 Program.

Implemented under the leadership of Hon. Kinoka Feo and the Unggai Bena District Development Authority (DDA), this water supply project in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province, has progressed from initial planning to near completion—ensuring clean and reliable water access for surrounding communities.

Project Highlights:

• Water System: Gravity-Fed System (GFS) installed

• Beneficiary Hamlets: Oroanoga, New Camp, Masuma, Ketarabo, Kamaliki Bridge

• Storage Infrastructure: 3 ferro tanks (60,000L, 100,000L, 99,700L)

• Distribution Tanks: 3 tanks (2 × 9,000L existing, 1 × 9,500L at Masuma)

• Tap Stands: 28 total (5 at Oroanoga, 23 at Masuma)

• Bore Systems: 2 sites (Masuma and Farm, each 82m deep)

This initiative reflects a strong commitment to public health and rural development, improving daily life for hundreds of residents across Unggai Bena District.

ADRA PNG, in partnership with the Menyamya District Development Authority (DDA), has successfully completed Phase One of the Menyamya Water Supply System in Morobe Province. Guided by feasibility studies, the project delivers sustainable water access to the Menyamya Station and surrounding areas.

Project Highlights:

• Over 200 water taps installed and fully operational across the station vicinity

• 2 × 250,000L Pioneer Tanks imported from Australia, supplying the entire Menyamya area with a projected 20-year lifespan.

• Infrastructure built to approved design standards with expert technical input and logistics support

• Strong collaboration between ADRA PNG and skilled local water artisans ensured high-quality delivery

This milestone marks a major step toward long-term water security and improved public health for the Menyamya community.

Funded by the GoPNG and implemented by ADRA PNG, the Suambukum Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WaSH) Project in Ward 5 of Yamil/Tamaui LLG, Maprik District, East Sepik Province, has made remarkable progress in delivering clean water and improved sanitation to rural communities.

Project Highlights:

• 3 boreholes drilled (70m deep) with solar-powered pumps and pump houses

• 250,000L pioneer storage tank installed, plus two sub-storage tanks. 

• Over 25 km of pipeline laid across Suambukum and Roma Station and 232 tap stands and 231 aprons constructed

• Communal standalone shower houses built 

• Biological sand filtration system operational

• Sanitation Infrastructure: Flush ablution blocks constructed, pit ablution blocks completed, VIP latrines built, including one for Suambukum Elementary School.

• GEDSI, child protection and financial literacy training delivered to over 50 participants

• Community Resource Centre

This project marks a major milestone in improving health, hygiene and water access for the Suambukum community, setting a strong foundation for sustainable rural development.

Funded by the Manus DDA. The project aims to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene in Manus District, the Manus WaSH Project has successfully delivered clean water infrastructure and community training across three key locations: Rossun, Lawes, and Bundrahei/Lokobou, benefiting over 500 households. Project Locations & Beneficiaries

• 1x Pump Reticulation Water System installed and operational with 73 water points constructed

• 4 × 9,500L tuffa tanks + 1 × 26,000L Southern Cross tank + 150,000L Pioneer Tank

• 5 sedimentation tank built, 1 Gravity-Fed System constructed and functioning, 2 water source catchments built, 63 water points installed as well as 6 × 9,500L tuffa tanks + 2 sedimentation tanks

• 1 x Pump Reticulation System serving a local school

• 200 water points constructed

• WATSAN training delivered, WATSAN Committee formed

This project marks a major step forward in improving health, hygiene, and water access for rural communities in Manus Province, empowering residents through infrastructure and education.

The Mussau Water Supply Project is a critical intervention for the island communities of New Ireland Province, who face severe challenges from climate change, rising sea levels, and water contamination risks due to logging activities. While some areas have access to rivers and streams, others rely on vulnerable springs and shallow wells increasingly affected by salinity and drought. Our project presence include other sites with system of Rain Harvesting for the following sites; Siotoka (1x main & x2 sub-sites), Lomaku (x2 sites), Poin (x1 site), Maroi (x2 sites) and Sinakasai (x2 sites). The Mussau WaSH Project has made significant strides. Impacted communities at Mussau celebrated the arrival of clean, running water—marking a major milestone in the project’s rollout.

Project Highlights:

• 28 water tanks (9,500L each) installed across 10 scattered sites

• Sinakasai tap now delivering clean water to residents

• 3 local groups actively engaged in implementation

This project is a lifeline for Mussau’s residents, ensuring resilient water access in the face of environmental threats

Funded by UNICEF and implemented by ADRA PNG. The Nawaeh WaSH Project has delivered proper water systems across five key communities in Nawaeh District, Morobe Province: Kasuka, Torowa, Bandong, Wana, and Gain. Conducted between 2021 and 2022, the project aimed to ensure all water infrastructure was functional and capable of delivering safe, reliable water to residents. Nawaeh is a remote district in Morobe Province, home to scattered rural communities that rely heavily on local water sources for daily needs. With limited infrastructure and exposure to environmental challenges, the district benefits greatly from WaSH interventions that improve public health and reduce waterborne disease risks.

Project Highlights:

• Comprehensive water system inspections across five sites

• Targeted improvements to ensure operational reliability

• Strengthening community access to clean water

With funding from UNICEF and implementation by ADRA PNG. The Goroka WaSH Projects aim to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure across five key communities in Eastern Highlands Province: Kamusi, Mesiyufa, Sukapass, Nagamiza, and Samagoni.

Project Highlights:

• Ensure safe and reliable water access for households and public facilities

• Strengthen sanitation options to reduce waterborne diseases

• Promote hygiene practices for healthier living environments

Each community benefits from tailored interventions based on local needs, geography, and existing infrastructure. These projects are part of a broader commitment to uplift rural health standards and empower communities through sustainable WaSH solutions.

Funded by GoPNG and implemented by ADRA PNG. The Ragiampum Water Project is transforming daily lives in and around Ragiampum by providing reliable access to clean water. The project directly supports the newly established Adventist High School and its primary school, both of which are now actively using the water system.

Project Highlights:

• Clean water access for educational institutions and surrounding communities

• Improved hygiene and health outcomes for students and residents

• Enhanced communication and connectivity across Ragiampum through shared infrastructure.

This initiative reflects a strong partnership between local leadership and ADRA PNG, delivering essential services that uplift education, health, and community wellbeing.