MESSAGE FROM THE TEAM LEADER
Why we’re also a social enterprise
For years, non-profits have been at the heart of social change—working alongside communities and stepping in when governments and markets fall short and doing the hard work that needs to get done. But let’s get real, times have changed. The global funding landscape has shifted dramatically with governments in the GlobalNorth increasingly turning inward and focusing their tax revenues on domestic priorities. That old, dependable funding model isn’t cutting it anymore. We’ve entered a new era of uncertainty and instability.
But here’s the thing: we don’t do this work because there is funding—we do it because it’s right. And while this global shift has been disruptive, it has only reaffirmed my belief that our social enterprise model is the most viable path forward. I believed it then, and I believe it even more now.
That’s why we established BASEflow Services, BASEflow Construction, and BASEflow Products—three social enterprisesdesigned to support our mission and ensure the long-term financial sustainability of our non-profit work. These businesses helpcover operational costs and give us the freedom to pursue bold solutions that some might find too risky to support.
BASEflow Services provides consulting support and assessments to help governments, communities, and NGOs make smart, evidence-based decisions.
BASEflow Construction builds and rehabilitates water infrastructure to last.
BASEflow Products offers off-the-shelf water-related tools and quality testing kits to improve service delivery and quality assurance.
We know some may worry that “going into business” could distract us from our mission. But trust us, we remain community-driven, grounded in data, and focused on sustainable impact. Every penny we earn helps us to innovate and do more of what matters.
The world still needs non-profits. But we must evolve—without compromising our values. Strengthening our social enterprisemodel is how we continue to show up for the communities that count on us, now and into the future.
This is who we are—and who we choose to become.
Our Valued Clients
CONSULTANCY SUPPORT STARTED IN 2019 TO DELIVER THE FOLLOWING:
Hydrogeological services
- Borehole siting using geophysics technology
- Drilling supervision and technical training to meet national standards
- Pumping tests to ascertain well yield
- Drilling reports
- Forensics and remediation
- Decommissioning of non-functioning boreholes
- Water testing for electrical conductivity/salinity, dissolved solids, temperature
Baseline/Endline/Feasibility studies
- Survey design and deployment
- Training for enumerators, survey assistants, and trainers
- Database, dashboard, and console design
- Data quality reviews and audits
LAUNCHED IN NOVEMBER 2023, OUR CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT INCLUDES:
- Handpump rehabilitation informed by borehole forensic data
- Climate resilient WASH facilities, especially in flood-prone areas
- Artesian well remediation for groundwater conservation
- Installation and maintenance of solar powered reticulated pipe systems
PRACTICAL PRODUCTS FOR WATER AND SANITATION SOLUTIONS SINCE 2020
Borehole water quality testing kits
- Portable H2S vials allow on-site testing for faecal coliforms and pathogenic bacteria
- Results are available within 48h
- Bulk pricing available
GET IN TOUCH
+265888072859
BASEflow, Chilembwe Road , Plot BW 508, P.O Box 30467, Chichiri, Blantyre
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