ABOUT OWORAC
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We are a network of grassroots organisations, community movements, activists, trade unions, and civil society groups united by the belief that access to clean, affordable water is a fundamental right, not a commodity for profit.
Report: Africa Must Rise & Resist Water Privatization
A deep dive into the threats of the water industry taking over systems across Africa and the ways that people have successfully fought back.
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Dive deep into the fight against water privatisation across Africa. Hear from activists, experts, and community leaders as they share stories, insights, and strategies for securing public water for all.
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Climate Crisis no Excuse to Privatise Public Water, Says Water Justice Coalition
As the world marks World Water Day 2025, the Our Water Our Right Africa Coalition (OWORAC) has called for urgent…
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What is the Our Water Our Right Africa Coalition (OWORAC)?
OWORAC is a pan-African movement that defends the human right to water. It is a network of grassroots organisations, activists, trade unions, and civil society groups committed to ensuring that access to clean, affordable water remains a fundamental right across the continent.
What is the mission of OWORAC?
OWORAC’s mission is to resist water privatisation in Africa and promote community-driven, public water management systems. It empowers communities to advocate for transparency, accountability, and fair access to water, challenging profit-driven policies.
How does OWORAC advocate for water rights?
OWORAC leads campaigns at local, national, and international levels, focusing on keeping water under public control, opposing market-driven policies, and raising awareness of the harmful impacts of water privatisation.
How does OWORAC engage with communities?
OWORAC works directly with African communities through town halls, workshops, and the annual Africa Week of Action Against Water Privatisation. It helps communities organise and engage with policymakers to push for water justice.
What is OWORAC’s vision for Africa?
OWORAC envisions an Africa where everyone has equitable access to clean and affordable water, free from privatisation and corporate exploitation. Its goal is to end water poverty and ensure water remains a public good for all Africans.
