Rector Cares Foundation announces release of “Dying for Water”
“Dying for Water”, a documentary film by Rector Cares Foundation, has been released.
The documentary, is focused on the need for sustainable water solutions in Nigeria, according to a statement from the foundation, a leading NGO dedicated to providing clean water solutions to underserved communities in Nigeria.
The documentary, set to premiere during the World Water Week in August, offers an intimate look at Nigeria’s water crisis in rural communities. The documentary, set in Wuro Yayaru, Gombe State, Northern Nigeria, follows the persistent and growing crisis of water inaccessibility and water poverty pertinent in different towns and villages in the region.
The documentary follows the story of Fatsuma, whose child has drowned in one of the town’s crude and unsafe wells, and other women, and some other key community dwellers. This body of work sheds light on the cycle of loss and survival that all, including children, experience.
According to Onyedikachi Erete, founder of Rector Cares Foundation, “this documentary isn’t just about our work, it’s about the resilience of communities and the urgent need for sustainable water solutions in Nigeria. Through the voices of those we serve, we aim to spark a nationwide conversation about water poverty and the crucial role of WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) in fostering sustainable development. We aim to inspire individuals, organisations, and governments to join us in ensuring every Nigerian has access to safe water and sanitation.”
The documentary film is directed by Omoregie Osakpolor, a film producer and creative filmmaker, and co-produced by Stephanie Ohumu. It is executive produced by Onyedikachi Rector Erete.
The documentary film is part of the Rector Cares Foundation’s broader communication strategy to increase awareness of climate-driven water poverty issues, unsafe water, and health risks, and to foster collaboration with organisations in the water provision and technology sectors.
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