A Year Later: "Our students love their school."

Before we installed a rain tank at Gimarakwa Primary School last year, water-fetching was a burden students had to bear every day.

"Carrying water to school every day in the morning and in the afternoon was a huge task put on us," said 12-year-old Janis M. "Very early in the morning, one was able to spot students carrying water to school. We used to be inspected at the gate to verify whether we had water in our jerrycans."

Now, students no longer need to lug full jerrycans with them along with their books every day.

"Life in school is now good," Janis continued. "Students are happy and grateful to The Water Project for having come to their rescue. Access to water is now easy and fast. One is able to get water at any time of need without wasting much time. Water being sufficient, I feel relieved of a huge burden."

The school's headteacher, Mr. Abunyu, has also had worries lifted from his mind.

"The tank has been our savior, and we thank God," he said.

"Ever since it was constructed, we have not had any challenges with water in school. We now enjoy clean, safe, reliable water whenever [the] need arises. [This] has really led to [a] reduction of water-related diseases. As the headteacher of the school, I have seen a tremendous growth in regards to academic performance from our students."

Presently, students can focus on what really matters for their growth and learning: study and play.

"My focus is now on my studies," Janis said. "[The] availability of water in school has reduced time wastage, allowing students [to] put much attention on their studies. I am able to access clean, safe water for drinking and this is healthy for me."

"Our students love their school," Mr. Abunyu concluded.

Janis and Mr. Abunyu in front of the rain tank.