A solar-powered water supply system to fight hunger and malnutrition in Burkina

In Tanghin, Burkina Faso, a solar-powered water supply system installed by World Vision is helping local vegetable farmers water their crops throughout the entire year. To see this life-giving system firsthand, Jean-Baptiste Kamaté (JBK), Chief of Operations for World Vision International, visited several projects across urban and peri-urban areas to meet with the community and see the new infrastructure in action.

During his visit, JBK shared how vital this sustainable approach is to the region's future:

"This is the response to the hunger crisis; this is also the response to the nutritional crisis for children. To have nutritious food, all they need is to have access to vegetables in all seasons... The only way we can really sustain life is by ensuring that the household can produce in all seasons."

He also expressed his deep admiration for the local women operating the gardens, noting that this reliable source of water serves at least 6,000 people and provides much-needed stability for families:

"I did hear the stories of many women... very hard-working people. The garden is serving already 6,000 people at minimum, providing nutritious food, a reliable source of income, school fees, as well as ensuring that children witness that their parents are working all season."

Reflecting on the deeper heart of this work, Carla Dominique Denizard, World Vision’s West Africa Regional Leader, shared:

"Innovation in programming is about serving as a bridge for God’s provision. Through this solar-powered water system in Burkina Faso, we are simply a channel, providing a practical tool so that these resilient women can sustain their own gardens, feed their families, and thrive in every season."