Safe water supply consultancy

Safe water supply, grounded in field evidence.

We help governments, development partners, NGOs, utilities and water-sector organisations investigate, plan and deliver reliable water supplies.

Field operations - Northern Uganda
Geophysical survey equipment used for groundwater investigation
Groundwater investigation · Field survey
2017Established in Uganda
600+Hydrogeological surveys
340+Boreholes supported
GuluBase in Northern Uganda

WAC is an independent specialist consultancy focused on safe water supply. We combine field investigation, hydrogeology and engineering to help clients make sound infrastructure decisions.

Based in Gulu City, Uganda, we support groundwater development and reliable water infrastructure.

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Evidence before recommendation

Field investigation and technical analysis inform the options and advice presented to clients.

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Technical integrity

Clear methods, careful documentation and practical quality checks support sound project decisions.

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Practical implementation

Recommendations account for operation, maintenance, institutional capacity and sustainability.

Expertise

Safe water supply consultancy, from source to service.

Our core work spans groundwater investigation, water-supply engineering and reliable service delivery.

Groundwater & source development

Hydrogeological studies, geophysical surveys, borehole siting and drilling oversight to help secure reliable water sources.

Water supply engineering

Technical assessment and oversight for solar pumping, storage, water quality and dependable distribution systems.

Climate-resilient water services

Planning and operational support that strengthens local capacity and reliable water delivery through changing conditions.

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Technical advisory

Independent advice for safe water supply investments.

Governments

Planning, assessments, infrastructure and service-delivery advice.

Development partners

Technical design review, due diligence and implementation verification.

NGOs & INGOs

Water supply assessments, infrastructure review and technical support; hygiene and sanitation components where relevant.

Utilities

Performance improvement, asset management and service monitoring.

Investors & financing partners

Technical due diligence, asset assessment and operational analysis.

Our approach

How we work

A practical route from the project question to field-ready decisions.

  1. Understand

    Agree the need, context and decision to support.

  2. Investigate

    Gather field and infrastructure evidence.

  3. Design & verify

    Assess options and apply technical quality checks.

  4. Deliver & learn

    Support implementation, handover and improvement.

Water Supply Evidence

What we learn in the field informs what we recommend.

Assignment details are shared only with client approval.

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Groundwater

Hydrogeology, aquifer conditions, borehole performance and groundwater development.

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Water supply

Infrastructure, pumping, storage, treatment, distribution and system performance.

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Service delivery

Functionality, operations, maintenance, affordability and service monitoring.

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WASH systems

Institutions, financing, governance, regulation and sustainability.

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Data & GIS

Mapping, surveys, spatial analysis, visualisation and decision support.

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Climate & resilience

Water security, drought risk, resilience and adaptation considerations.

Geophysical equipment used in a groundwater survey
Groundwater investigationHydrogeology · Field survey
Water Access Consulting field team carrying out water-supply field operations
Field operationsWater-supply technical support
Illustration of a borehole casing and pump in a simplified subsurface section
Borehole developmentDrilling supervision
Illustration of a community water supply system
Water systemsSource to service
Water-system operator training in the field
Operator trainingOperations & maintenance

Projects

Selected assignment experience.

Explore selected work in groundwater, water infrastructure, solar-powered supply and service development.

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Where we work

Working across Uganda and the region.

Based in Gulu City, WAC works in Uganda, South Sudan, and eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

REGIONAL COVERAGE Gulu City field base
  • Uganda
  • South Sudan
  • Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Regional reach is confirmed for each assignment.

WAC Insights

Practical thinking for dependable water services.

Explore concise technical articles on groundwater, water-system design and climate resilience.

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Illustration of a water supply system linking a borehole, pump, storage, kiosks and households
From source to service

Frequently asked questions

Planning a water project?

Clear answers about WAC’s safe water supply expertise, field support and how to start a conversation.

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What services does Water Access Consulting provide?

WAC specialises in safe water supply consultancy, including groundwater investigations, water-source development, water-supply engineering, water quality and service delivery. Hygiene and sanitation support is included when it fits a broader WASH assignment.

Can WAC support groundwater investigations and borehole siting?

Yes. WAC supports hydrogeological assessment, geophysical surveys, borehole siting, drilling supervision and groundwater performance testing.

Can WAC assess or improve an existing water supply system?

WAC can provide technical assessment and advice on water sources, pumping, storage, water quality, distribution and service operations. The scope is tailored to each assignment.

Does WAC work with solar-powered water systems?

Yes. WAC supports solar water-supply planning and technical work involving pumping, storage and distribution.

Where does Water Access Consulting work?

WAC is based in Gulu City, Uganda, and works in Uganda, South Sudan, and eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Regional reach is confirmed for each assignment.

Does WAC provide hygiene and sanitation services?

Safe water supply is WAC’s core specialisation. Hygiene and sanitation are supporting capabilities for relevant broader WASH assignments.

How can I request a consultation?

Email WAC at info@wateraccessconsulting.com or call +256 393 246 482.

Selected experience

Technical work, shared with care.

WAC shares a high-level overview of its technical work. Client-specific details are discussed privately when appropriate.

Project records, operating data and client documents may be confidential. Detailed references are shared only where appropriate and authorised.

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Our technical team

Technical capability grounded in field practice.

WAC’s technical work spans groundwater investigation, borehole development, water-quality assessment and water-system operations.

Project teams are assembled to suit each assignment. Technical roles and qualifications are confirmed during project scoping.

Contact us

Planning a safe water supply project?

Share your water-supply challenge and we’ll discuss the right technical support.

Location

Gulu City, Northern Uganda

Telephone +256 393 246 482