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RAISING MONEY FOR SAFE WATER IN AFRICA

Water Solutions for Africa is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives across underserved communities in Africa by providing sustainable access to clean and safe drinking water. Founded after firsthand experiences witnessing the water crisis in Ghana, the organization partners with local leaders and communities to develop long-term water solutions that improve health, education, and economic opportunities. Through borehole drilling, water testing, storage tank installation, and community training programs, Water Solutions for Africa empowers villages to maintain reliable water systems for generations to come. 


With a vision of ensuring every village in Africa has dependable access to clean water, Water Solutions for Africa is committed to creating lasting change “one village at a time.” Their projects not only reduce waterborne illnesses and daily hardships but also restore hope and opportunity to families, schools, and entire communities. By collaborating with local organizations and community elders, the company ensures that every project is community-centered, sustainable, and impactful. Through compassion, innovation, and partnership, Water Solutions for Africa continues to bring healthier futures and stronger communities throughout Africa.

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Kent Garrett

Founder of Water Solutions 4 Africa

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Kent Garrett is a seasoned executive leader and strategic project manager with over four decades of experience guiding complex, multi-million-dollar technology and business transformation initiatives. As an Executive Project Manager with IBM Software Services for Federal, Kent has led cross-functional teams through large-scale federal programs, overseeing budgets exceeding $5 million and ensuring alignment between organizational goals and mission-critical outcomes.

Throughout his tenure, Kent has demonstrated an exceptional ability to unite strategy with execution—delivering solutions across WebSphere, Tivoli, Content Management, and DB2 environments while mentoring diverse teams across the U.S. and abroad. His leadership is defined by integrity, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to client success.

Beyond IBM, Kent is the managing member of AC Garrett LLC, a family enterprise reinvesting natural gas royalties into long-term ventures including real estate development and a borehole water drilling initiative in Ghana. Through these efforts, he demonstrates his passion for sustainable impact, combining business growth with community development. Kent’s leadership embodies stewardship, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence in every endeavor.