A Year Later: "People are living as one."

"My family has been a victim of typhoid after consuming water from the spring, and this has caused me to use a lot of resources to cater to our medications," said John Magana, Chairman of Muyundi community's Water User Committee.

"The initial situation was terrible. During [the] rainy season, there was a lot of dirt getting into the water rendering it more unfit for consumption. Drawing water with [a] cup was exhausting and time-consuming. The long queues due to [our] high population also wasted time. The water source was so open and both domestic and wild animals were accessing it."

But since the spring's protection last year, things have been different for John and his family, as well as other community members.

"Drawing water is faster and easy. We use very minimal time in fetching water. This has led to more developments in the community," said John.

"[The] protection of the spring and [the] installation of [the] chlorine dispenser has contributed positively to my health. I no longer visit dispensaries to get medication. My health is secured—that, [I] am guaranteed."

He concluded, "I was yearning to see community members live in peace and unity. [The] protection of the spring has helped achieve this. People are living as one and helping each other in terms of need."

John at the spring.