The Water Institute Tanzania, in collaboration with Shinshu University of Japan, has conducted an initial field assessment at Lemandá Village and Losinoni Secondary School in Arusha. The assessment focused on evaluating the feasibility of installing a water purification system specifically designed to remove excess fluoride from drinking water sources.

For decades, communities in these areas have been exposed to dangerously high concentrations of fluoride, leading to serious health impacts including dental and skeletal fluorosis, bone deformities, and in severe cases, skull malformations. This joint initiative marks a vital step toward tackling one of the region’s most persistent public health challenges.

During the visit, researchers, engineers, and community development experts engaged with local leaders, students, and villagers to better understand both the technical realities and the social dimensions of water use in the area. The team examined existing water sources, assessed community needs, and shared knowledge on how advanced purification technologies can deliver safe, fluoride-free water.

This collaborative effort demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding public health and improving livelihoods through sustainable water solutions. Once installed, the purification system is expected to benefit schools such as Losinoni Secondary and surrounding communities transforming lives by ensuring reliable access to safe and clean drinking water.