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.
A Year Later: Time for Improvements and Strengthening Relationships!
Beatrice, a 48-year-old farmer, recalled what life was like in Kithalani before her community’s sand dam was implemented last year. "Before the construction of this sand dam project, I used to walk for about 3 hours to fetch water for use from Tyaa River’s scoop holes. The river would dry very fast as it is a seasonal river. Hence we had to ...
A Year Later: "More Time to Study and Play!"
Kyalo K., 10, recalled what life was like in Mukikanda Community before his community's hand-dug well was implemented last year. "In the past, I had to walk about several kilometers to acquire water from the Mwei River because we are required to carry water to school each morning. I also had to help my family fetch water during weekends and holi...
A Year Later: "The water is always available..."
Ibrahim, a 39-year-old farmer, recalled what life was like in Kathoma before his community's well was rehabilitated last year. "The constraints were too much. We used to fetch water from the swamps; sometimes, the water was dirty. We were also exposed to a lot of water sickness diseases such as diarrhea, Typhoid, etc. The distance again was anot...
A Year Later: Time to Build a Better Future!
Farmer Zam Nagudi, 34, recalled what life was like in Kyamarolere Community before her community's well was rehabilitated last year. "Before this project was completed, life was very hard because we had to walk 2kms (1.2 miles) away to look for water. This was as a result of the frequent breakdowns encountered on this borehole [well]. [This] cos...
A Year Later: Water Means Improved Hygiene!
Shamim, 8, recalled what life was like in Kyabagabu before her community's well was installed last year. "Water was in a dangerous area. It was far more than 30 minutes walk away from home, and even the source was seasonal [so] that it dried [up] during dry seasons," said Shamim. But life is much simpler for Shamim and the other community mem...