A Year Later: Enough Water for Everyone!

Bilha M., 13, recalled what life was like in Busokha Community before her community's spring was protected last year.

"This place was very slippery during the rainy season or when spillage occurred on the way. It was [an] open source with no stairs, and we used tins to collect water," Bilha shared.

But life is much safer for Bilha and the other community members in Busokha now.

"I feel okay because getting water is easy. The spring is well constructed with nice stairs. After construction, [a] chlorine dispenser was brought [to the spring], and we treat our drinking water after fetching," she continued.

Farmer Jonathon Luvale, 77, agreed. He said," Fetching water here is now very easy. I have a granddaughter who is about three years old; she comes here very quickly to get water to wash utensils and for bathing. This has changed my life unlike previously, [when] I couldn't [have] sent such a small child."

Having ready access to water from the protected spring has made a difference for Bilha, allowing her to safely and effortlessly collect the water her family needs.

"We access clean water for use at home. I get enough water for my parents and grandparents. My sister and I can fill every pot in our home, collect[ing] enough water for sanitation activities," Bilha concluded.

Thank you for helping Bilha access clean water. She can collect enough water for her household without fear of injury, enjoy her childhood more and build a brighter future for herself.

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.

Bilha splashing water.