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A prepaid communal water meter / Water ATM is in use. This is an example of a situation where 2 different qualities of water (purified water for cooking and drinking and regular water for washing and cleaning) is dispensed from the same water atm at different prices

PREPAID COMMUNAL WATER METERS / WATER ATMs

  • a prepaid communal water meter / water ATM can accommodate either 1, 2 or 3 taps
  • optional: A prepaid communal water meter / water ATM with multiple taps can have each tap of a different size for various intentions e.g. one tap for household water, another for use by water vendors, and another for cattle troughs / water browsers
  • optional: a prepaid communal water meter / water ATM with multiple taps can have each taps to dispense water at different prices e.g. in cases where 2 different qualities of water are dispensed using one ATM for purified and non-purified water.
  • progressive and degressive pricing option
  • mobile payment integration & online monitoring (see photo below)
  • SMS alerts
  • 2 years warranty (can be extended to 5 years)
  • solar powered (mains electricity supply is optional)
Monitoring dashboard for communal water meter / Water ATM

Prepaid Water Meter – STS (GPRS/NB IoT) Smart Water Meter

For small households and businesses

  • no need for prepaid water meter readings and billing
  • Online dashboard to see all transactions
  • ideal for customers with outstanding debts / those who do not pay.
  • mobile payment integration (Improves revenue collection)
  • 12 months warranty
  • Available sizes – ½ inch to 10 inch
  • Body material – brass or plastic
  • Remote automatic smart water meter top-up after token purchase (no need for manually entering token into smart water meter)

Prepaid Water Meter – STS Integrated Water Meters

For metering small households and businesses

  • No need for prepaid water meter readings and billing
  • This prepaid Water Meter has an embedded top-up keypad NOTE: Options for prepaid water meters with separated top-up keypads (Split prepaid water meters) are available.
  • Mobile payment integrated
  • 6 years of battery life
  • Self-installation possible
  • 18 months warranty

Bulk Postpaid Smart Water Meters

  • Usable as a smart zonal water meter to monitor and report water flow inside water pipelines.
  • suitable for distribution lines or end consumers intended to be kept on postpaid smart water meters.
  • Available in sizes: DN32 – DN150
  • Remote Meter Data Collection and Data Analysis
  • Touchable Button for convenient Data Query & Data Upload
  • Fully sealed technology with a protection level of IP68

Bulk Prepaid Water Meters- STS

  • Suitable for bulk consumers like factories, big buildings, water tanker dispensing points, cattle troughs, factories,
  • Available in sizes: DN40 – DN200
  • Full integration with mobile money for cashless transacting.
  • Super dry type with copper can register (IP68)
  • 10 years’ Hourly/Monthly Consumption Data Record
  • External Magnetic Interference detection & event record
  • 2 Levels of Low Battery Detection & Warning
  • Data auto-save & Valve Close when battery low
  • 6 years replaceable battery

Prepaid Smart Water Meter with LoRaWAN Gateway (AMI)

Automated Meter Infrastructure Enables remote management of smart water meters from the utility office by a 2-way communication between the meters and the office. This communication is enabled via hardware and network connectivity – smart water meters and LoRaWAN Gateway – using the LoRaWAN communication protocol. A command sent by the user on the management system is delivered to the smart water meter through the LoRaWAN gateway. Verse versa, any information from the smart water meter is collected by the LoRaWAN gateway and sent to the management system. This enables the following functionalities;

  • Remote automatic smart water meter top-up after token purchase (no need for manually entering token into smart water meter)
  • Remote monitoring data collection e.g. water usage, error/tamper codes
  • Inbuilt leak detection ability
  • LoRaWAN gateways communicate with all smart water meters up to a 5km radius.

Portable solar irrigation pumps for small holder farmers

Young man carrying Jacana portable irrigation pump

Jacana Portable irrigation pump

The Jacana Portable irrigation pump is the ideal pump for small holder farmers. Put the pump in a shallow well, stream or pond (max 15 meters deep, but better 10 meter) and let the sun do the work.

Daily capacity: 5,000-11,000 liter per day depending on weather and dept of the water. The pump is super portable. So use it today, take it home to prevent theft and rent it out tomorrow!!

For more information see: https://jacana.help/news/portable-solar-pump-for-small-scale-farmers/

The pump is very successful in Zambia. Maji Milele introduces it now in Kenya.

Key Features

  1. Powered by solar energy – no fuel or electricity required
  2. Easy to install, carry, and maintain
  3. Suitable for rivers, wells, streams, and ponds
  4. Delivers steady water flow up to 30L/min (depending on sunlight conditions)
  5. Super portable. Use the pump home today and rent it out tomorrow.

Technical specifications

  1. Water Source Suitability. Rivers, open wells, streams etc.
  2. Head (0.25m up to 10 m). Meter is possible, but flow is highly compromised
  3. Typical Flow Rate 20 L/min with 6,000 L/day. More on a sunny day. Less on a rainy day
  4. Higher Flow Mode Up to 30 L/min with 9,000 L/day. More on a sunny day. Less on a rainy day
  5. Horizontal Run Capability Up to 100 meters
  6. Product Weight Approx. 15 kg (pump + panels + hose pipe)
  7. Portability Kit, easy to carry daily (pump, hose, panels)
  8. Requires minimal servicing, ensuring long-term reliability.
  9. Price for retailers: Kes 39,900 Inclusive of VAT
  10. Price for individual customers: Kes 47,900 inclusive of VAT
  11. Optional: horizontal ¾ inch hose pipe: Kes 210 per meter, inclusive of VAT

For additional details download the Water Forever Company Presentation

What are Prepaid Communal Water Meters / Water ATMs?

Prepaid communal water meters, also called Water ATMs, smart water dispensers, digital prepaid water meters, and automated water vending systems, are advanced smart devices used to supply wateronly after payment. These systems help communities, estates, apartments, counties, NGOs, and water service providers manage water distribution more efficiently by reducing water theft, non-revenue water, illegal connections, and unpaid water bills. They are widely used in communal water points, borehole projects, rural water kiosks, urban water stands, and gated communities.

How do Prepaid Water ATMs work?

Water ATMs operate through a prepaid credit system, where users buy water tokens usingM-Pesa, Airtel Money, smart cards, NFC cards, QR codes, mobile apps, or digital wallets. When the user taps or scans their card at the water point, the meter automatically deducts credit according to the liters dispense. This technology is designed to ensure accurate billing, transparent water consumption tracking, and real-time monitoring, making it ideal for water projects that want to enhance revenue collection and accountability.

Who should use Prepaid Communal Water Meters?

These prepaid systems are perfect for:
Real estate developers and property managers
County governments and water utility companies
Community-based organizations (CBOs) managing boreholes
Rural and urban water projects
Gated communities, estates & apartments
NGOs implementing safe water programs
Private borehole owners and water vendors
Anyone looking to reduce non-revenue water, improve water billing accuracy, and manage shared water points will benefit from these solutions.

What are the benefits of installing Prepaid Water ATMs?

Key advantages include:
Zero unpaid water bills due to upfront payment
Elimination of illegal water tapping and water theft
Accurate water measurement and user-specific billing
Improved revenue collection for water projects
Real-time monitoring of water usage and sales
Flexible payment methods including M-Pesa top-ups
Reduced operational costs for water providers
Fair water access for all users
These systems greatly help reduce water wastage, leakage losses, and manual cash handling, which makes them ideal for modern water management.

Can Water ATMs work in off-grid or remote areas?

Yes. Most prepaid communal water meters are solar-powered or low-energy devices, making them suitable for rural villages, borehole kiosks, and areas with unreliable electricity. They are designed to operate efficiently in harsh environments, ensuring consistent water access even in remote regions.

Are Prepaid Water Meters secure and tamper-proof?

Absolutely. Modern systems include anti-tamper technology, secure enclosures, encrypted software, and fraud-resistant payment authentication. This prevents illegal bypassing, manipulation, or unauthorized usage. Providers can also track water flow, credit balance, and operational status remotely to prevent misuse.

Can users pay using M-Pesa and other mobile money platforms?

Yes. Today’s prepaid water ATMs support M-Pesa, Airtel Money, bank transfers, USSD codes, mobile apps, and escrow payment systems. This makes it extremely convenient for households to buy water credit from anywhere, anytime. The integration with mobile money is one of the strongest selling points for water service providers.

Are these meters compatible with both borehole and municipal water?

Yes. Prepaid meters are compatible with borehole water systems, municipal water supply lines, community water tanks, booster pumps, and gravity-fed systems. They handle a wide range of pressure levels and can be installed at single water points or large communal distribution networks.

What happens when a user’s prepaid credit runs out?

Once the prepaid credit is exhausted, the valve automatically closes, stopping water flow until the user loads more credit. This ensures that water service providers never lose revenue and users pay only for the water they consume, promoting fairness and accountability

How can administrators monitor usage and revenue?

Prepaid water ATMs include a cloud-based dashboard that provides:
Real-time water consumption data
Sales and revenue reports
User transaction history
Water level and flow monitoring
System alerts and maintenance notifications
This data helps water providers make informed decisions, reduce losses, and manage water projects more efficiently.

Do you offer installation, setup, and maintenance services?

Yes, installation services include site assessment, meter configuration, system calibration, payment integration, user training, and ongoing technical support. Maintenance options include software updates, hardware servicing, troubleshooting, and remote monitoring, ensuring optimal performance at all times.

Are bulk purchases available for large projects?

Yes. Bulk orders are available for counties, estates, NGOs, water companies, and community projects. Clients can request custom configurations such as advanced payment options, larger dispensing units, remote monitoring upgrades, and multi-user access systems.

What is a Prepaid Water Meter – STS (GPRS/NB-IoT) Smart Water Meter?

The STS (Standard Transfer Specification) prepaid water meter is an advanced smart metering solution that uses GPRS or NB-IoT communication technology to manage water consumption through prepaid credit tokens, mobile payments, and remote monitoring. This smart water meter allows users to buy water in advance using M-Pesa, tokens, USSD codes, mobile apps, and online billing systems, offering accurate consumption tracking, improved billing accuracy, and reduced non-revenue water for estates, apartments, county water companies, and large-scale water projects.

How does the STS Smart Water Meter work?

The prepaid STS meter uses secure 20-digit STS prepaid tokens which are loaded into the meter via a keypad, mobile app, or remote top-up system. The meter communicates in real time using GPRS or NB-IoT, allowing water providers to track usage, monitor credit balance, detect leaks, and remotely disconnect or reconnect supply. This technology ensures efficient water management, eliminates unpaid water bills, and supports accurate, tamper-proof, automated billing for residential and commercial properties.

What are the benefits of using a GPRS/NB-IoT Prepaid Smart Water Meter?

Key benefits include:
Accurate, real-time water monitoring through IoT connectivity
Reduced water theft, leakage, and non-revenue water losses
Flexible prepaid payment options via mobile money and token systems
Remote disconnection & reconnection capabilities
Cloud-based dashboards for usage analytics and revenue tracking
Improved transparency, accountability, and billing accuracy
These smart meters are ideal for water utilities, municipalities, gated communities, borehole projects, and rental properties looking for modern digital water management.

Is the STS Prepaid Smart Water Meter secure and tamper-proof?

Yes. The meter is designed with advanced anti-tamper features, encrypted STS communication, and secure GPRS/NB-IoT data transmission. It automatically detects tampering attempts such as bypassing, reverse flow, magnetic interference, or meter opening, and immediately sends alerts to the central monitoring system. This ensures accurate metering, secure transactions, and protection against illegal connections.

Can the STS GPRS/NB-IoT Smart Water Meter be used for apartments, rentals, estates, and commercial buildings?

Absolutely. The meter is ideal for multi-unit properties, including apartments, rental houses, high-rise buildings, industrial facilities, and commercial complexes. It supports individual tenant billing, remote credit loading, and centralized monitoring, making it easier for landlords, property managers, and water utilities to manage water distribution, eliminate billing disputes, and ensure fair, transparent, prepaid water usage for every customer.

What are STS Integrated Prepaid Water Meters?

STS Integrated Prepaid Water Meters are advanced all-in-one smart water metering solutions that combine the meter, valve, controller, and STS prepaid token system into a single compact unit. They use the Standard Transfer Specification (STS) for secure 20-digit prepaid token loading, ensuring accurate water consumption management and eliminating unpaid water bills, illegal water connections, and manual billing errors. These meters are widely used in apartments, gated estates, rental units, borehole projects, county water companies, and community water schemes that require reliable and transparent prepaid water management.

How do STS Integrated Prepaid Water Meters work?

These meters operate using secure STS prepaid tokens, mobile money top-ups, or vendor-based credit systems. Once credit is loaded, the internal electromagnetic or motorized shut-off valve opens to allow water flow. When credit runs low or expires, the valve closes automatically. Because the device is integrated, the meter provides accurate, tamper-proof readings, supports real-time consumption tracking, and ensures fair prepaid billing for each user. This makes it ideal for properties looking to automate water control, revenue collection, and consumption monitoring.

Why are STS Integrated Water Meters ideal for estates, rentals, and apartments?

They offer major benefits for shared or multi-unit properties, including:
Individual tenant billing, eliminating disputes
Zero unpaid water bills due to upfront prepaid payment
Accurate metering and fair water distribution
Reduced water theft, leaks, and non-revenue water
Easy installation and compact design
Compatibility with mobile money (M-Pesa & other platforms)
Reliable automated shut-off and reconnection
These features make integrated STS prepaid meters perfect for landlords, property managers, real estate developers, and water utilities looking for a modern, efficient water billing solution.

Are STS Integrated Prepaid Meters secure and tamper resistant?

Yes. These meters come with robust anti-tamper mechanisms, including alerts for reverse flow, magnetic interference, valve manipulation, and casing tampering. Because the system is fully integrated, it’s harder for users to bypass or illegally connect to the water line. All transactions use encrypted STS token technology, ensuring secure prepaid credit loading and preventing fraud or manipulation.

Do STS Integrated Water Meters support mobile money and remote monitoring?

Yes, depending on the model. Many STS integrated meters support mobile money payments (M-Pesa, Airtel Money), allowing users to purchase water tokens conveniently. Some models are also available in GPRS or NB-IoT communication options, enabling remote meter reading, leak detection, consumption reports, and automated revenue tracking via a cloud dashboard. This makes them ideal for large-scale water providers, estate developers, rental properties, and county water projects seeking intelligent and automated water management.

What are Bulk Postpaid Smart Water Meters?

Bulk postpaid smart water meters are advanced large-capacity digital water meters designed to measure high-volume water consumption for estates, gated communities, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, county water projects, borehole suppliers, schools, hospitals, and multi-unit developments. These meters use IoT technology, GPRS/NB-IoT communication, automated data logging, and smart billing systems to provide accurate, real-time measurement of bulk water usage. They are ideal for managing master meters, shared supply lines, and large distribution networks where precise measurement and accurate postpaid billing are essential.

How do Bulk Postpaid Smart Water Meters work?

These smart meters continuously measure high-flow water consumption and transmit data automatically through GPRS, NB-IoT, LoRaWAN, or wireless AMR systems to a centralized billing platform. Water utilities and property managers can track usage, pressure, flow rate, leak detection, reverse flow, and tamper events in real time. At the end of the billing cycle, the system generates accurate postpaid bills based on actual recorded consumption. This eliminates manual meter reading, reduces billing errors, and ensures transparent, efficient water management for large-volume users.

What are the benefits of using Bulk Postpaid Smart Water Meters?

Bulk postpaid smart meters offer multiple advantages, including:
High accuracy for large-scale water consumption
Automated remote meter reading for easy billing
Real-time data transmission and analytics
Leak detection and alerts for abnormal usage
Reduced human error and fraud in billing
Tamper detection and non-revenue water reduction
Improved transparency for bulk consumers
These features make them perfect for water companies, municipalities, borehole operators, estate developers, and commercial properties that need reliable, high-capacity water monitoring.

Are Bulk Postpaid Smart Water Meters secure and tamper-resistant?

Yes. Bulk smart meters come with advanced anti-tamper technologies, including protection against magnetic interference, reverse flow manipulation, meter cover opening, and bypass attempts. They automatically send alerts to the management system when tampering is detected. With secure encrypted data transmission, these meters ensure that billing is always accurate and protected from fraud or manipulation.

Who should use Bulk Postpaid Smart Water Meters?

These meters are ideal for large consumers and centralized water distribution points, including:
Apartment complexes and gated communities (as master meters)
Commercial buildings, malls, and office parks
Hotels, schools, and hospitals
Factories, industries, and warehouses
County water distribution lines and municipal supply zones
Borehole operators and private water vendors
They help organizations manage water efficiently, prevent losses, and ensure accurate postpaid billing based on real-time consumption.

What is a Prepaid Smart Water Meter with LoRaWAN Gateway (AMI)?

A Prepaid Smart Water Meter with LoRaWAN Gateway and AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) is a next-generation digital water metering solution designed for automated prepaid billing, remote monitoring, and real-time water consumption management. It uses LoRaWAN long-range wireless communication to connect hundreds or thousands of meters to a central system, making it ideal for estates, apartments, commercial properties, county water utilities, borehole projects, and large-scale water distribution networks. This prepaid AMI system eliminates manual readings, reduces non-revenue water, and ensures accurate, secure, automated water billing.

How does the LoRaWAN Prepaid Smart Water Meter work?

The meter uses secure prepaid tokens, mobile money (M-Pesa), mobile apps, USSD codes, or web portals for credit loading. Once credit is added, the system automatically enables water flow. The meter then communicates data through a LoRaWAN Gateway, which sends real-time consumption data, low-credit alerts, leak alerts, tamper notifications, and valve status updates to the central AMI platform. This long-range, low-power communication makes the system perfect for large estates and municipal water zones where many meters need to be monitored remotely and reliably.

What are the benefits of using a Prepaid Smart Water Meter with LoRaWAN AMI?

Major benefits include:
Long-range wireless communication suitable for wide-area coverage
Real-time prepaid credit management and automated shut-off when credit expires
Accurate, tamper-proof water billing with secure prepaid token technology
Centralized AMI dashboard for monitoring hundreds of meters simultaneously
Leak detection, reverse flow alerts, and tamper notifications
Zero unpaid water bills & reduced non-revenue water losses
Low-power, cost-effective communication for large water projects
This technology is ideal for municipal water utilities, estate developers, rental properties, borehole suppliers, and smart city water management.

Why is LoRaWAN better than traditional communication technologies for smart water metering?

LoRaWAN offers superior long-range coverage, supporting communication of up to several kilometers with extremely low power usage. It does not require SIM cards for each meter, reducing operational costs drastically. It also supports mass deployment, making it ideal for smart metering environments. Unlike GPRS or traditional wireless systems, LoRaWAN provides:
Lower data transmission costs
Better penetration in basements, underground tanks, and high-rise buildings
High scalability for thousands of meters
Reliable communication even in remote or rural areas
These advantages make LoRaWAN one of the most preferred technologies for modern AMI smart water metering systems.

Who should use Prepaid Smart Water Meters with LoRaWAN Gateway (AMI)?

This solution is recommended for:
Large estates, gated communities & apartment complexes
County water utility companies & municipal water boards
Mass prepaid water metering projects
Industrial and commercial buildings
Borehole suppliers & private water vendors
Smart city water projects & utility modernization programs
It is ideal for any organization looking for real-time remote monitoring, reliable prepaid billing, reduced water losses, and long-range IoT connectivity.

What is the Jacana Portable Irrigation Pump?

The Jacana Portable Irrigation Pump is a compact, lightweight, and highly efficient water pumping solution designed for small-scale and medium-scale farmers who need convenient, reliable, and affordable pumping for crop irrigation, greenhouse watering, drip irrigation systems, sprinklers, livestock watering, and general farm water transfer. It is engineered for easy mobility, low fuel or energy consumption, high durability, and strong water output, making it perfect for farmers seeking portable, cost-effective irrigation equipment that delivers reliable performance in both rural and remote agricultural environments.

How does the Jacana Portable Irrigation Pump work?

The Jacana pump uses a high-powered engine or motor to draw water from rivers, boreholes, wells, water pans, dams, and storage tanks and deliver it under high pressure to irrigation systems such as drip lines, sprinklers, rain guns, and hose pipes. It features a robust suction system, strong discharge pressure, and efficient fuel or power usage, allowing farmers to irrigate larger areas with less effort. Its portable design makes it ideal for farmers who move frequently between plots, off-grid users, and agricultural fields without electricity access.

What are the benefits of using the Jacana Portable Irrigation Pump?

Key benefits include:
High water output for efficient irrigation
Easy to carry and transport due to lightweight design
Low fuel or electricity consumption, saving operational costs
Durable construction for long-term use in tough farming conditions
Suitable for multiple irrigation methods including drip, sprinkler, and hose irrigation
Reliable performance for remote or off-grid areas
Fast setup and simple operation for all levels of farmers
These advantages make the Jacana pump ideal for vegetable farmers, greenhouse growers, horticulture farms, maize and beans farmers, and smallholder agriculture projects.

What type of farming projects is the Jacana Portable Irrigation Pump suitable for?

The pump is perfect for:
Drip irrigation systems for vegetables and fruits
Greenhouse irrigation
Sprinkler irrigation for open-field crops
Livestock watering, cattle troughs, and poultry farms
Water transfer from rivers, streams, dams, and wells
Kitchen gardens, homestead farms, and small-scale irrigation schemes
It is especially recommended for farmers who need affordable, reliable, mobile pumping solutions without heavy installation costs or large machinery.

Why choose the Jacana Portable Irrigation Pump over other pumps?

The Jacana pump stands out because of its high efficiency, superior portability, low maintenance requirements, and excellent value for money. It is designed specifically for African farming conditions—dusty, hot, and often off-grid—ensuring consistent performance, high pressure output, and durable operation. It is also widely recognized for its fuel efficiency, ease of use, availability of spare parts, and compatibility with multiple irrigation systems, making it one of the best choices for smallholder farmers, agribusiness projects, and rural irrigation solutions.

Water Forever

Nairobi office

Parklands Road 25
P.O. Box 14786, 00800 Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya Tel: +254-719 034 300

Uganda office

Plot 1, Kimera Road, Ntinda, 2nd floor, office No. C27, +256-772664601
Kampala, Uganda

Siaya office

East Uyoma, Migoa (Dala Onyango Plot). +254-719 034 300

Marsabit office

Teachers Sacco Building, Opposite Jamia Mosque, House no.14. +254-719 034 300