Stories from the Field
As we work to provide water, we're committed to helping people like you meet your global neighbors and to realize that we all share the same basic needs. We hope to break down stereotypes and the false distinctions between the so-called winners and losers, rich and poor, the needy and charitable, by introducing you to the people we serve with the respect and admiration they rightfully deserve.
These are stories of hope, told in the words of those who carry out this work every day - our friends in the field.
Muluti Community
"Getting water before was very hard and strenuous. We had to walk for long distances of about five kilometers to River Ngaa to fetch water, especially during the dry seasons. The water table along this river was very low, and it would dry very fast. For one to get water, we had to dig very, very deep scoop holes. Cleanliness at home and household d...
Muluti Community
"Accessing water was very hard before this project was completed. We had to dig very deep scoop holes to get water. It was challenging because the river bed had massive rocks, and getting water was very hard. There were very long queues to fetch water, which was very time-consuming," said 18-year-old Fredrick Muloka Nyamai. "Life is easier now bec...
Emulembo Community, Gideon Spring
"Before protection, it was very difficult to access the drawing point and the water was unsafe. At times, you would find that kids had eaten sugarcane and thrown the discarded bits into the pond of collected water. And when it rained, all the debris from the runoff used to also be deposited into the spring." "Since the construction, there is no ga...
Shikhombero Community, Atondola Spring
"We used to strain drawing water since the spring was clogged. And we also used to get dirty due to the mud and other wastes in it." "Now, we can easily access water that is clean and safe since the soil cannot block the water point. It has also helped us to live healthy lives, which helps us to go on with our normally planned activities." "It is...
Sichinji Community, Kubai Spring
"Before protection, the water was always dirty. You had to consume a lot of time in drawing the water since you had to wait for it to clear first before drawing." "Now, the water is clean and easier to draw. It has helped me in saving time and being in school on time. I am no longer suffering from diseases like typhoid and diarrhea because I am ta...