A Year Later: "My hygiene has greatly improved"

The water point in Kikingura Kidwaro Community was overcrowded and often broke down, leaving people without sufficient water to meet their daily needs. It was in need of rehabilitation.

"Most boreholes in this area were non-functional, and it was very difficult to access drinking water, especially while at school," said 13-year-old Geoffrey T.

We rehabilitated the well last year, and since then, access to consistent water has become easier for community members.

"It's easier for me to access water now because I can reach the borehole at any time. Besides, I can easily support my parents with domestic work at home since I no longer have to use the water sparingly," Geoffrey said.

With sufficient water available anytime he needs it, Geoffrey has been able to make improvements in his life that will hopefully help toward a bright future.

"My hygiene has greatly improved, and I was elected as one of the prefects at school because of being smart," concluded Geoffrey.

Geoffrey pumps water while community members wait their turn.