A Year Later: Academic Performance Soaring Higher!

“We had to carry water from home using jerrycans, which were open to contamination since they accumulated dust during the day. Carrying water was also a tedious task since most of us reside several kilometers away from the school. This left us exhausted and unable to fully concentrate on [our] studies," said 13-year-old Mercy M.

But life has been different for Mercy and her classmates since the tank was installed at their school last year.

“I no longer have to carry water from home, which offers me more energy and time to focus on learning because the implemented project is nearby and offers enough water. I can also drink clean water whenever I am thirsty, which does not expose me to infections such as typhoid, dysentery, or amoeba. I can also wash my hands to protect myself against diseases because there is enough water in the school from the implemented project," said Mercy.

"My personal hygiene and sanitation have improved because there is enough water within the school. Learning in a clean environment has also enabled my academic performance to soar higher," Mercy concluded.

Mercy (right) has a drink with her friend at the rain tank.