A Year Later: A More Comfortable Learning Environment!

Mary K., recalled what life was like at Syunoo Primary School before her school’s rain tank was installed last year.

"The rampant water-scarcity within the school was exasperating and made life unbearable. For instance, meals could delay and we often resumed our classes on empty stomachs. My back and legs also grew sore because of carrying water to school over several kilometers. Our classrooms were rarely cleaned making learning uncomfortable. It had become a routine to abscond classes due to water-related illness. We had no option apart from drinking the available little water which was mostly acquired from scoop holes," said Mary.

But life is much more encouraging for Mary and her classmates at Syunoo Primary School now.

"I am now happy that I do not carry water to school anymore because the water point is nearby and offers a steady supply of water even during the dry months. We can easily irrigate trees in our school and we manage to clean our classrooms and latrines regularly. Proper hygiene and sanitation within the school as well clean and easily accessible water has led to a conducive learning environment. I get more time to play with my friends and study leading to improved academic performance," Mary said.

Having ready access to water from the rain tank has made a difference for Mary, allowing her to drink clean water without the worry of consuming unclean water.

"Hygiene and sanitation have improved and I am more comfortable during lessons while keeping off diseases, such as typhoid and amoeba, because we are drinking clean water. I am also always present for my classes throughout the term and this has had a positive impact on my grades," Mary said.

Thank you for helping Mary access clean water and have the health and energy to focus on learning and improving her chances of a bright future.

Right now, there are others just like her in neighboring communities that desperately need safe water access. Your support will immediately go to work to provide a clean water project - and we can’t wait to introduce you to the next person you’ll help.

Mary and a classmate drink water from the rain tank.