A Year Later: Clean Water Making Way for a Bright Future!

Gregory S., 14, recalled what life was like at Kisasi Primary School before his school’s rainwater catchment system was implemented last year.

"It was so hard because we had no reliable water point in the school. The unprotected spring which we used to fetch water [from] was also unreliable because during [the] dry spell, it [was] dry. We used to carry water in the morning, which was not sufficient; hence we were sent [for] more which was very tiresome. At times, you may find the water point was dried up, making you go further [to] a far away waterpoint," Gregory shared.

But life is much less burdensome for Gregory and the other students in Kisasi Primary School now.

"We are very happy having a reliable water point in our school. Now we don't waste a lot of time going for water, which has given me [more] time for my studies in a clean classroom. Cleaning is done on a daily basis, unlike before," he continued.

Having ready access to water from the rainwater catchment system has made a difference for Gregory, allowing him to prioritize his academics.

"Since [the] completion of the water point, I [have] barely missed school. Before, I used to miss school because of water-related diseases. The water point has made me concentrate on my studies [and] achieve my [goals]," Gregory concluded.

Thank you for helping Gregory access clean water, in turn, helping him work to achieve his goals for his future.

Right now, there are others just like him 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.

Gregory collecting water.