In Kenya small-scale private water providers have entered the market to fill the gap left in public service provision. This study examines what role they play in ensuring affordable, safe and reliable water supply. It finds that small-scale providers increase water supply coverage and reduce time poverty. However, low-income households pay high prices for water of questionable quality.
UNDP (2011): Small-Scale Water Providers in Kenya: Pioneers or Predators? . New York: United Nations Development Programme URL [Accessed: 30.11.2012]