Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions of people across Africa still lack reliable and safe drinking water. In this episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast, Michael Nimoh, Global Strategic Programs Director at Spouts of Water, shares his mission to revolutionise water access through affordable, sustainable, and locally produced filtration solutions.

Michael provides an unfiltered look at the realities of water scarcity, explaining why many families in Uganda still drink untreated water, often contaminated with bacteria and heavy metals. He discusses the hidden costs of water insecurity, from the impact on women's daily lives to the long-term health consequences for children.

But beyond the crisis, Michael highlights solutions that work—why social enterprises are more effective than traditional charities, how Spouts of Water is rapidly scaling its impact across the region, and how innovation in water filtration technology is making safe water more accessible than ever.

Key Topics Covered:

✅ The Hidden Crisis of Unsafe Drinking Water – Why millions still rely on contaminated sources.

✅ Water Scarcity & Gender Inequality – The disproportionate burden placed on women and children.

✅ Charity vs. Social Enterprise Models – Why well-meaning aid often creates long-term dependency.

✅ The Environmental Impact of Clean Water – How plastic waste and water access are interconnected.

✅ Scaling Solutions in Africa – How Spouts of Water plans to become the largest water filter manufacturer on the continent.

✅ The Debate: Is Clean Water a Business or a Human Right?

Michael also reflects on his own journey—from working as a corporate business analyst at Deloitte to becoming a leader in water innovation. His story is a powerful example of how professionals from different fields can apply their expertise to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges.

📌 What do you think? Should clean water be a business or a universal right? Join the conversation in the comments!

Guest:

Michael Nimoh:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelnimoh/

Company: http://www.spouts.org/

Host:

Andrés Morales:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drandresmoralespachon

Minca Ventures: https://mincaventures.com

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