public-private partnerships

Manual

Guide to Developing Microfinance Programs for Water Supply and Sanitation

This guide is intended for microfinance Institutions, water service providers and other development institutions. It was produced with assistance from the USAID Philippine Water Revolving Fund (PWRF) Support Program, a collaborative undertaking of GOP partners, USAID, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), LGU Guarantee Corporation (LGUGC), and private financing institutions (PFIs) through the Bankers Association of the Philippines.

Fact Sheet

USAID's WASH-FIN Nepal

Building a foundation of commercial approaches and new institutional models to close financing gaps to achieving universal access to water and sanitation services.

Fact Sheet

USAID's WASH-FIN Cambodia

Closing financing gaps to achieve universal access to water supply through improved creditworthiness of private water operators.

Fact Sheet

USAID's WASH-FIN Southern Africa

Closing financing gaps for universal water and sanitation access through sustainable and transparent business models, increased public funding, and expanded market finance for infrastructure investment.

Final Report

Philippine Water Revolving Fund (PWRF) Follow-On Program – Final Report

The Philippine Water Revolving Fund (PWRF) was an innovative lending program that leveraged public funds with private financing for water and sanitation projects. USAID brought to bear its technical assistance to design, assess feasibility of and structure the Fund; build capability among market players; and provide marketing and institutional support at operational stage. It also provided credit enhancements to private investors.

Article

New Opportunities for Growth and Stability in Jordan’s Water Sector

The Millennium Challenge Corporation’s (MCC) partnership with the Government of Jordan transformed the nation’s water infrastructure, creating new opportunities for growth and stability in one of the most water-poor countries in the world. The $275.1 million investment helped improve water delivery to a region known as the Zarqa Governorate. Located east of the capital city of Amman, Zarqa is home to more than 1 million people.

Final Report

Reform of the Urban Water and Sanitation Sectors in South Sudan

The Sustainable Urban Water and Sanitation in Africa (SUWASA) program in 2009. SUWASA was a regional initiative to foster the transformation of water and sanitation delivery services in Africa to achieve their long-term financial sustainability through the application of market-based principles.