WASAC Group Partners with Cenfri to Boost Data Driven Decision Making
The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on May 27, 2025, with a planned duration until April 30, 2027. The MoU outlines a framework for joint efforts to develop a context-appropriate data strategy, identify and access relevant datasets, and build in-house data capabilities aligned with WASAC Group’s business objectives.
As part of the ongoing collaboration, on October 1, 2025, WASAC Group CEO Dr. Asaph Kabaasha hosted the Cenfri team to review the implementation of the MoU and discuss key findings from Cenfri’s ongoing assessments. These assessments include a descriptive analysis of WASAC Group’s customer base, mapping of the water distribution network, and an investigation into the causes of non-revenue water—water that is produced but not billed due to factors such as leaks, theft, or metering inaccuracies.
“We value our partnership with Cenfri. As we continue to face data-related challenges, these assessments represent a significant step toward addressing them. The insights gained so far have been extremely valuable,” said Dr. Kabaasha, CEO of WASAC Group.
Commenting on the partnership’s progress, Hennie Bester, Director of the Rwanda Economy Digitalization Program at Cenfri said: “We are very grateful for the cooperation we have received since the start of our partnership. It is still early days, and as we learn more about the WASAC Group and its operations, we will be able to improve our analysis and support. I also anticipate that the WASAC Group will, in the process, enhance its data-gathering capabilities and the quality of its data. This is a learning process for both parties, and for us, success will mean full, independent data competency at the WASAC Group that no longer requires our support.”
The collaboration underscores WASAC Group’s strong commitment to leveraging data for improved understanding of customer needs, greater cost-efficiency in network expansion and future planning, identification of operational inefficiencies across the value chain, and better integration of data sources for comprehensive ecosystem visibility, including sanitation services.
Related Posts
12/11/2025
How Prepaid Water Meters Are Changing Public Tap Access in Rwanda>
Kigali on 12th November 2025. WASAC Group has introduced prepaid water meters on 200 public taps in Kigali and the Eastern Province, a pilot initiative that is transforming water access and payment while promoting greater transparency and sustainability.>
20/10/2025
Water For People Concludes 16-Year WASH Intervention in Kicukiro on a High Note>
Kigali, 17th October 2025. Water For People concluded its WASH intervention in Kicukiro District and, during the exit event, celebrated a 16-year partnership with WASAC Group that significantly improved water and sanitation services in the district.>
14/10/2025
Clean Water, Brighter Future: Muhazi Project to Benefit 500,000 People in Eastern Province>
Kigali 14th October 2025. More than 500,000 people living in Gatsibo and Kayonza Districts in Rwanda’s Eastern Province who have long struggled to obtain clean water for their daily needs are set to benefit from the impactful Muhazi Water Supply System project. >
02/10/2025
Modern Waste Treatment Facility Set to Elevate Sanitation in Musanze>
Musanze, 01 October 2025. In support of Rwanda’s national efforts for safe waste disposal and environmental protection, WASAC Group is developing modern landfills and fecal sludge treatment plants (FSTPs) across the country. A major project is underway in Musanze District, one of Rwanda’s fastest growing secondary cities, aiming to improve sanitation and public health.>