The community water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA) was instituted to facilitate the implementation of the National Community Water and Sanitation Programme (NCWSP). The National Community Water and Sanitation Program aims at assisting rural communities and small towns to plan, construct and operate their own water supply and sanitation facilities. The overall objective of Community Water and Sanitation Sector is to assist communities (a) Improve their access to improved water and sanitation services (b) Maximise health benefits by integrating water, sanitation and hygiene education interventions(c) ensure the sustainability of these facilities through Community Ownership and Management The NCWSP is therefore anchored at the community level and supported by the District Assembly. The District Assembly will create the enabling environment for communities to own and manage their water supply and sanitation facilities. The District Assemblies would also assist in ensuring recognition of community based water and sanitation committees and water boards to function as autonomous and accountable entities.
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