Smart Water. Empowered Communities. Sustainable Impact
Welcome to Maji Rafiki, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to providing affordable, clean water to underserved communities in Tanzania. Using IoT-powered water vending machines, we ensure safe, low-cost, and sustainable water access for everyone. Our approach directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals by implementing innovative and tech-driven solutions.
Maji Rafiki
Maji Rafiki is more than a name, it’s a reflection of who we are and what we stand for. Rooted in Swahili, “Maji” means water and “Rafiki” means friend. Together, the name represents our commitment to being a trusted ally in delivering clean, affordable water where it’s needed most. We’re a social enterprise that believes water is not just a basic need, it’s a right.
Experience a Taste of Pure Hydration
Welcome to Maji Rafiki, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to providing affordable, clean water to underserved communities in Tanzania. Using IoT-powered water vending machines, we ensure safe, low-cost, and sustainable water access for everyone. Our approach directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by implementing innovative, tech-driven solutions. Join us in transforming water accessibility and empowering communities for a healthier future.
- Serving Dodoma & expanding across Tanzania
- Providing safe water at one-third of market prices
- Smart, sustainable, and tech-driven solutions
Why Maji Rafiki
Smart Hydration Sustainable Futures
Although our machines currently use grid electricity, they are solar-ready—allowing future upgrades to clean energy sources and supporting climate-resilient infrastructure with reduced emission.
Community-Driven Innovation
Co-designed with local leaders, our stations empower women and youth as franchise owners, turning water access into economic opportunity.
Aligned for Impact
We advance UN SDG 6 (Clean Water) and Tanzania’s 2025 National Water Policy, while building climate-resilient infrastructure for cities and villages.
Advanced Technology
Uses reverse osmosis (RO), UV sterilization, and activated carbon filtration to ensure safe, clean drinking water.
Reliable Solution
Offers durable, low-maintenance water purifiers suitable for Tanzanian water conditions. Provides home, office, and industrial purification systems.
Cost-Effective Solutions
Competitive pricing with options for different budgets. Saves long-term costs compared to bottled water.
How It All Began
Maji Rafiki was founded on the belief that access to clean water is a fundamental right, not a privilege. Inspired by the daily struggles of communities in Dodoma, we set out to create a scalable, affordable, and sustainable water distribution solution. With expertise in technology, community engagement, and infrastructure, our team developed smart water vending machines to make clean water available to all. Our journey began with a simple idea: use technology to bridge the water access gap. Today, we are transforming lives, one drop at a time.
Contact Us
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, feedback, or need support, our team is here to help. Reach out to us through the form below, or connect with us via email, phone, or social media.