A Year Later: "Now, fetching water has even become fun!"

“Before the construction of this project, life was very hard. We had to walk through very dusty roads to the river each and every day. Young people in our community have had it rough over [the] years as they are the ones responsible for collecting water in the society," said 18-year-old Eunice M.

Eunice continued: "Walking for two kilometers wasn’t very easy considering the terrain of our community. At times, we had to walk to River Athi, which is four kilometers away."

But last year, a sand dam was built and the attached well is providing plenty of water for everyone in the community.

"Now, fetching water has even become fun! Before, [my parents] would send me to the river, but I would be hesitant, considering the distance and the kind of energy it requires, both physical and psychological. I have loved fetching water now, and I’ve become responsible of late. I am currently helping out in the shamba (family garden), where we have grown a lot of vegetables," said Eunice.

With ready access to water whenever she likes, Eunice has made good use of her time and started some agricultural projects.

“In the past year, I have been able to establish tree planting in my home, and now the trees established are doing quite well. I have also been involved in vegetable growing which has made me realize that when you want to think about farming, water is key,” concluded Eunice.

Eunice.