A Year Later: "It's now very easy to pump"

Last year, the community members in Byerima often dealt with frustration that led to community disunity because their well did not function properly, and they had to use other farther away water points instead.

"Pumping water from this borehole was very hard, and we used to go to [the] Byerima Primary School borehole where sometimes the teachers would chase us and deny us water. Above all, there were several fights at the source, which caused several conflicts amongst the parents in the village since everyone cared about their children whenever they went to collect water," said 12-year-old Dyego Kissa.

But last year, the well located closer to their homes was rehabilitated, and since then, things have improved for everyone.

"It's now very easy to pump, and I no longer waste a lot of time at the well. This has made it very possible for me to help my parents with other domestic activities since it's even nearer to home," said Dyego.

Not only does Dyego have time to help out at home, but he has also had time to put energy into his schoolwork.

"Ever since this borehole was rehabilitated, I have been able to concentrate on my studies and hope to be among the best students during my final exams," concluded Dyego.

Dyego.