A Year Later: Less Water-Related Illness!

"Before the project was completed, the spring was open to contamination, which was not good for human consumption," said Agnes Inganata, 30.

But since protecting Shatuma Spring last year, Agnes' community of Shamoni has noticed a few different benefits.

"[There are] no more cases of typhoid," said Agnes.

The protected spring means less contamination leading to fewer cases of water-related illnesses like typhoid. And when people stay healthier, they can use the money they previously spent on medical treatment for other essential things.

Not only do people have more financial resources at their disposal, but the new ease of collecting water has given them back their valuable time.

Agnes shared, "It [is] easier now to draw water from the protected spring because it takes [a] few seconds to fill the container."

With more time and resources available, the future looks brighter for everyone.