Training on Groundwater Exploration & Sustainable Abstraction for WASH
Gain practical skills in groundwater exploration, borehole siting, and sustainable abstraction for WASH. Learn to manage aquifers responsibly for long-term water supply.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course is designed to build the technical capacity of WASH professionals in exploring, assessing, and sustainably abstracting groundwater resources. It emphasizes practical hydrogeological techniques for groundwater mapping, borehole siting, drilling supervision, and well development, while addressing sustainability and environmental impacts. Participants will gain actionable knowledge to ensure reliable water supply systems based on sound groundwater management principles.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Hydrogeologists and Water Engineers
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WASH Program Managers and Field Officers
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Environmental and Natural Resource Officers
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Local Government Technical Staff
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NGOs and Humanitarian Response Teams
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Private Sector Borehole Contractors and Consultants
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the principles of groundwater occurrence and flow
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Conduct hydrogeological surveys for WASH projects
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Identify suitable locations for borehole siting using scientific techniques
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Supervise borehole drilling and well development processes
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Promote sustainable groundwater abstraction and long-term aquifer protection
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Groundwater and WASH Systems
- Introduction to groundwater hydrology and aquifer systems
- Importance of groundwater in rural and urban WASH services
- Groundwater recharge, storage, and sustainable abstraction principles
- Common groundwater quality challenges and contamination risks
- Case Study: Groundwater-based WASH resilience during drought conditions
Module 2: Groundwater Exploration and Resource Assessment
- Hydrogeological investigations and groundwater potential mapping
- Geophysical survey methods for borehole siting (VES, ERT, resistivity surveys)
- Site selection criteria and interpretation of survey data
- Use of GIS and digital tools in groundwater assessment
- Practical Exercise: Conducting a groundwater site assessment and interpreting survey results
Module 3: Borehole Design, Drilling, and Construction Management
- Borehole siting procedures and environmental safeguards
- Drilling techniques, casing materials, and borehole design standards
- Borehole supervision, lithological logging, and quality assurance
- Health, safety, and contractor management during drilling operations
- Case Study: Best practices in community borehole development projects
Module 4: Borehole Development, Pump Testing, and Installation
- Well development methods for improved borehole performance
- Pumping tests, yield analysis, and aquifer performance evaluation
- Selection and installation of hand pumps and solar/electric pumping systems
- Borehole commissioning, documentation, and operational readiness
- Practical Activity: Analyzing pumping test data and selecting appropriate pumping systems
Module 5: Groundwater Monitoring and Sustainable Management
- Groundwater monitoring systems and abstraction management
- Water quality protection and contamination prevention measures
- Community participation in groundwater resource management
- Climate resilience and long-term sustainability planning for groundwater systems
- Final Project: Develop a groundwater development and management plan for a WASH project
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Enhances sustainability and effectiveness of water supply programs through responsible groundwater management.
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Improves resource allocation by investing in well-sited and managed boreholes.
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Strengthens reputation as a leader in sustainable and professional water resource development.
Personal Impact
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Builds in-demand skills for careers in development and environmental sectors.
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Supports progression into senior planning, leadership, or advisory roles.
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Equips participants to lead and champion sustainable groundwater management initiatives.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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