An Innovative, Sustainable Solution

In an increasing number of communities throughout Africa, sounds of laughter can be heard. Children, boys and girls alike are playing on the merry-go-rounds that are part of the PlayPump® water system.

KIDS PLAY. WATER PUMPS!

The PlayPump water system is a children's merry-go-round attached to a water pump, a raised storage tank, an easy-to-use faucet, and four billboards surrounding the tank. While children have fun spinning on the merry-go-round, clean water is drawn from underground into a 660 gallon tank, easily accessible by a simple tap.

The life-changing invention can provide easy access to clean drinking water, lead to improvements in health, education, gender equality, and economic development, and bring joy to children.

PlayPumps International raises money to donate these merry-go-rounds to rural communities in need in Africa. And YOU can help us. Just visit the Act section to learn about how you can get involved with PlayPumps International. To learn about other organizations that are addressing the water crisis, visit Connect.