District Wide Plan

District WASH Master Plan: The Path to 100% Access by 2030

Imagine a future where every household, school, and clinic in your district has safe water, clean toilets, and the knowledge to stay healthy. That future isn’t a dream—it’s a plan. The District WASH Master Plan is a bold, strategic roadmap to achieving universal access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services by 2030.

This isn’t just another policy. It’s a movement.

It brings together governments, NGOs, development partners, and the private sector under one shared mission: to build sustainable, equitable WASH systems that leave no one behind. Unlike short-term, fragmented projects, the Master Plan drives coordinated, long-term action—anchored in local government structures and powered by strong institutions.

🔗 Why It Matters

Aligns efforts across sectors for maximum impact
Strengthens local leadership and accountability
Tailors solutions to each district’s unique needs
Reduces duplication and waste of resources
Supports national development goals

Goal	What It Means
💦 100% Water Access	Safe, reliable water for every home, school, and clinic
🚽 100% Sanitation Access	Basic or improved toilets for all households and institutions
🔧 Sustainable Services	Water points managed by trained, legal committees with fair tariffs and maintenance plans

🌍 ECHO’s Impact Since 2023

Since 2023, Empowered Communities Helping Others (ECHO)—with support from Village Water UK—has been a driving force behind WASH transformation in Mumbwa (Central Province) and Nalolo (Western Province).

District-Level Actions

Coordinating DWASHE meetings
Facilitating community group sessions
Conducting health surveys and annual monitoring
Training Area Pump Mechanics (APMs)
Testing and improving water quality
Supporting WASH Day celebrations
Strengthening VWASHE committees

🏫 Ward-Level Actions

Building latrines in schools and health centres
Delivering menstrual hygiene training
Launching WASH & MHM clubs
Promoting hygiene behavior change
Installing handwashing stations
Setting up water systems
Drilling and rehabilitating boreholes

Building a Future That Lasts

ECHO’s work is more than infrastructure—it’s about empowering communities, strengthening systems, and creating lasting change. By aligning with district and national plans, ECHO is helping shape a resilient WASH future that will serve generations to come.

Ready to be part of the transformation? Let’s make clean water and sanitation a reality for all.