A Year Later: Access to water brings joy!

Lovine M., 11, recalled what life was like at Misimo Primary School before her school's well was installed last year.

"We would fetch [water] from the stream and sometimes carry it from home. This was a heavy burden that would slow my walk to school. This would result in lateness, that would have me punished by my teachers. Pupils would engage in fights and other indiscipline cases when we would be out there in search of water," said Lovine.

Collecting water is now much quicker and safer for Lovine, the other students, and nearby community members who rely on the well at Misimo Primary School.

"It is easy to draw water from this pump. No risk is involved in getting water from this water point, unlike going to the stream where fights, falls, and injuries would be experienced. The water is clean, making us more healthy. Complaints of stomach aches and other water-related diseases have subsided amongst us pupils. This has reduced absenteeism," said Lovine.

"I have peace of mind while at home and school when it comes to accessing clean water. I use this water point both at home and at school. My community members have also benefited by accessing this water. This gives me joy," continued Lovine.

Having ready access to water from the well has made a difference for Lovine, allowing her to focus on learning instead of spending her time outside the classroom in search of water.

"We are able to do cleaning when [the] need arises, unlike before when it was only once a week. Our hygiene and sanitation standards have improved. We also enjoy playtime in school. Previously, our playtime was used in fetching water. I am able to study more in class without my lesson being interrupted by water fetching. I can attest that my performance has improved," concluded Lovine.

Lovine (center) with her teacher and TWP staff.

Right now, there are others 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.