Sanitation market assessment and lending product review in Tanzania

• Aug 8, 2025
• 1 min

Sanitation uptake in Iringa, Tanzania, remained low due to weak household demand, limited financing options, and underdeveloped institutional frameworks. 

In this context, MSC conducted a qualitative market assessment to understand sanitation needs, behavioral barriers, and households’ willingness to pay for WASH services. We reviewed existing financial products, identified gaps in service delivery and operational models, and proposed tailored sanitation loan products. We also developed a pilot testing plan and a detailed implementation budget to support the deployment of sanitation financing solutions. 

This engagement supported a locally driven approach to building a sustainable sanitation market ecosystem in Iringa. 

Fondazione ACRA-CCS, in collaboration with Iringa Youth Development and Community (IDYDC), commissioned this project.