Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid), a business of Cassava Technologies, has announced a strategic partnership with global smart water technology provider DropByDrop Water Systems. The collaboration aims to tackle Kenya’s non-revenue water (NRW) challenges through advanced, cloud-based water management solutions.
The partnership will combine Liquid’s robust Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure and tailored technology solutions with DropByDrop’s water platform to digitise and optimise water utilities. This move is expected to enhance efficiency, improve billing accuracy, and reduce the significant losses Kenya faces—where nearly 47% of distributed water remains unaccounted for.
“Water scarcity is a growing challenge across the continent, and managing this precious resource efficiently is more important than ever,” said Neeraj Pradhan, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Liquid Kenya. “Through our partnership with DropByDrop, we are bringing Liquid’s advanced technology and data-driven solutions to Kenya’s water sector. By helping providers digitise their infrastructure and build smart water ecosystems, we are empowering them to serve their communities better.”
The integrated platform will leverage real-time data and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems to enable remote monitoring, leak detection, accurate metering, and geo-asset management. Additional features such as remote valve control and multilingual support are designed to improve customer service and reduce operational inefficiencies.
Beyond operational benefits, the partnership will help water utilities align with broader environmental and development goals. The data generated will support ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting, track progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and inform urban planning.
“Water is at the heart of life, yet millions still struggle to access it reliably,” said Sergey Khorolsky, International Projects Partner at DropByDrop. “Our mission is to harness the power of data and technology to make every drop count. Leveraging Liquid’s extensive infrastructure enables us to scale our advanced water management platform in Kenya. Together, we are creating a future where water is managed sustainably, equitably, and intelligently.”
This partnership highlights the power of digital innovation in solving Africa’s pressing challenges. For Liquid, it is another step forward in its mission to deliver end-to-end technology solutions that drive the continent’s digital transformation.
