CLEAN WATER FOR HEALTHY LIVESTOCK

A sustainable solution for northen Benin

THE CHALLENGE

Water Scarcity & Pollution

Herders face significant challenges with water scarcity

During the dry season, over 200 agro-pastoral dams constructed by the Benin Government provide drinking water to livestock. However, these multi-purpose facilities face serious issues:

  •  Water pollution from chemical fertilizers and pesticides
  •  Harmful microorganisms causing diseases in livestock
  •  Accumulation of mud and organic matter disrupting water quality
  •  Increased risk of disease transmission among animals

This situation calls for innovative and sustainable solutions to ensure clean drinking water for livestock.

OUR APPROACH

Natural Filtration System

Using filter plants to naturally purify water

Our solution includes the use of specific aquatic plants that are exceptionally effective at water purification. These plants naturally cleanse water by:

  •  Absorbing pollutants, excess nutrients, and harmful chemicals
  •  Breaking down organic waste through microbial processes
  •  Creating a biological filtration system through their root structures
  •  Enhancing water oxygenation and improving overall water quality

This low-cost, sustainable approach provides a long-term solution to water quality issues while being environmentally friendly.

Our filter plants

Water Hyacinth (Nymphaea)

Excellent at absorbing excess nutrients and heavy metals from water.

Water Hyacinth

Excellent at absorbing excess nutrients and heavy metals from water.

Watercress (Nasturtium officinale)

 Filters out impurities and adds oxygen to water through its roots.

Watercress

Filters out impurities and adds oxygen to water through its roots.

Bulrush (Juncus)

Removes contaminants through its extensive root system.

Bulrush

Removes contaminants through its extensive root system.

Our Products & Services

We provide comprehensive solutions focused on natural water filtration and sustainable resource management.

Production of Filter Plants

Cultivating and supplying aquatic plants specialized for water filtration purposes.

Training Programs

Educational workshops on how to produce and maintain filter plants for water purification.

Clean Water Solutions

Implementation of filter plants in water bodies to ensure healthy livestock.

Consulting Services

Expert guidance for water management staff and businesses on sustainable water solutions.

Partnership Programs

Collaboration with municipalities and countries to expand clean water initiatives.

Herders

Livestock owners seeking clean water solutions for their animals

Herders

Livestock owners seeking clean water solutions for their animals

 

Municipalities

Local governments managing community water resources

Municipalities

Local governments managing community water resources

NGOs

Organizations working on sustainable development projects

NGOs

Organizations working on sustainable development projects

Farmers

Agricultural producers dealing with water quality issues

Farmers

Agricultural producers dealing with water quality issues

Water Managers

Professionals responsible for water pond maintenance

Water Managers

Professionals responsible for water pond maintenance

Communities

Rural communities affected by water quality issues

Communities

Rural communities affected by water quality issues

Who will benefit
from our solution?

Our mission is to empower local communities in Northern Benin by providing clean water for livestock through sustainable water management, helping them adapt to climate change challenges.

 
How our stakeholders benefit:
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    Cleaner water access for livestock

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    Healthier animals with reduced disease risk

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    Improved agricultural productivity

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    Reduced water treatment costs

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    Sustainable environmental management

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OUR TEAM

HOUNSA MICHAEL ARCHANGE FEURDENCE

HOUNSA MICHAEL ARCHANGE FEURDENCE

Master in natural resource management and planning
MAMA SIKA DAFIA IQBAL RAYANE

MAMA SIKA DAFIA IQBAL RAYANE

A specialistin Marketing. He will advertise the new products to ourconstumers
BOKONONGA S. GWLADYS

BOKONONGA S. GWLADYS

More experience in agricultural accounting
HAFIZ SALAMI

HAFIZ SALAMI

Expert in aquatic plants production and management
KPERA GNANKI NATHALIE
KPERA GNANKI NATHALIE
Many experience in watermanagement for livestock. She has business skills and agricultural knowledge

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