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VOICES FOR WETLANDS AND WATER: CASE STUDIES ON WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT & WASH IN KENYA
But there is another observation: degraded catchments and water points not only compromise WASH, but also impact heavily on the lives of rural women in Africa because, as mothers, caregivers, farmers and custodians of livestock, they are often the major water users. A strong and influential leader in a community where women traditionally lack a voice, Abigael is a mentor who educates fellow women and youth and speaks passionately about WRM and WASH, bringing soft power to the negotiating table in her roles as WRUA official, budget leader and County WRUA Summit member. Nothing underscores the need to involve more women in WRM to improve water, sanitation and hygiene.
Abigael Ntawuasa (R) harvesting French beans with Dareen Pius, one of her farm workers, under the shadow of Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro
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