More than 390 million people across Africa, 32% of its population, still lack access to safely managed drinking water.
The need for WASH solutions has never been more urgent,
the Water Access Catalyst exists to close that gap.
Israel is one of the world's most advanced water technology nations, having built a world-class water technology ecosystem.
%
90
of
wastewater recycled - highest rate in the world
M m³
90
water saved in 2024 through
smart metering
0.
90
~ $
/
m³
Among world's lowest desalination costs
90
<
%
Non revenue water in the municipal water supply systems
of the population has access to safely managed drinking water services
90
%
+
Tech Companies
90
with expertise in water management, purification, desalination, smart metering, NRW, reuse, etc.
The technology has proven to work in Israel.
Now, we are committed to bringing these innovations to the places that need them the most.
How Does the Process of WAC Look?
Our goal is to bring Israeli technologies to leading WASH projects and implementers, with the intention of improving service delivery, access, reach, and positive impact. Through the process, we support partnerships far beyond the initial introduction.
From needs identification, expectations settings, and partner matching to providing funding up to $50,000 USD for pilot implementation, and $15,000 for feasibility studies, Nura works closely with all parties to help navigate the complexities of collaboration and create a clear pathway from initial engagement to successful collaboration.
How it works:
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Identify -
Pinpointing the needs
We spend time in the field across Sub-Saharan Africa, starting with Kenya and Tanzania. Meeting utilities. Sitting with NGOs. Talking to communities about their challenges and priorities.
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Match -
Finding the right fit
Once needs are identified, we scan the Israeli water-tech ecosystem for solutions. We work with companies that have proven technologies and the commitment to engage with African partners, preparing them for the local context.
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Execute -
Turning Opportunity into action
Expectations building, technical alignment, technology adaptation, fundraising, and ongoing partnership support through facilitation, field visits, grant funding, and hands-on development.
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The strongest partnerships are built on shared purpose, aligned incentives, and long-term commitment.
That's what we build for.
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Two sides of the same partnership
ISRAELI COMPANIES
You've built a technology that works.
Now you're looking to bring it to markets where it can create both commercial value & development impact. Entering Southern and Eastern Africa requires the right partners, local market understanding, and a structured pathway to implementation.
WAC Offers You:
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Access to Israeli companies that went through preparation for Southern and Eastern African markets.
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A structured process that helps efficiently assess and advance promising opportunities.
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Access to grant funding that makes it financially viable to test something new.
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A team you can call when things get complicated, with ongoing support in making the relationship work.​
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LOCAL AFRICAN WASH PARTNERS
You live the challenges on the ground.
You've been working on them for years, often without the tools you need. You've heard pitches from companies that didn't understand the context, couldn't price for your reality, or disappeared after the first meeting.
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What the Water Access Catalyst Offers You:
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Access to trusted implementation partners with the local presence, trust, and operational capacity to make a pilot succeed.
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Field visits and partner engagement to understand local context and build relationships.
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Market readiness support, including opportunity assessment, technology adaptation, and go-to-market planning.
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Grant funding for feasibility studies and pilots.
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Fundraising mentorship for follow-on funding and commercial scale.
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Hands-on partnership support from a team that maintains momentum throughout.
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