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Access to safe and clean drinking water remains a major challenge in Kenya, where millions of people still lack reliable water services. In cities like Kisumu and many rural areas, communities depend on pump-based systems and natural water sources that are often not monitored, leading to water contamination with suspended particles, heavy metals, and other harmful substances, which increases health risks and inequality in access to safe water.

Proposed Solution

This project addresses the problem by developing a modular water purification and control system that can be added to existing water sources without major infrastructure changes. It combines physical filtration, and real-time monitoring using turbidity and flow sensors, all controlled by a microcontroller, to ensure water only flows when it meets safety standards, while automated valves regulate distribution and a dashboard provides users with clear insights into water quality and system performance.

Gant Chart

Gant

Bill of Materials (BOM)

#	Item	Consumable (Y/N)	Quantity	Unit Cost (KES)	Total Cost (KES)	Use / Function
1	PVC Pipe 3” (13 feet)	Y	1	500	500	Main water flow channel
2	PVC Plug 3”	Y	3	150	450	Sealing pipe ends
3	PPR Welding Machine	N	1	2500	2500	Joining plastic pipes
4	Male Adapter 1/2”	Y	8	50	400	Pipe connection interface
5	Tank Connector 1/2”	Y	8	300	2400	Connecting tank to piping
6	Plain Elbow 1/2”	Y	8	30	240	Changing flow direction
7	Solfix Gum	Y	1	200	200	Sealing and bonding joints
8	Female Adapter 1/2”	Y	4	50	200	Pipe-to-device connection
9	T-Connector	Y	1	200	200	Splitting water flow
10	Flow Sensor	Y	2	820	1640	Measuring water flow rate
11	Solenoid Valve	Y	2	1000	2000	Automatic water control (on/off)
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	TOTAL				7090 KES