A Year Later: "The Water Fetched is Clean and Safe for Human Consumption"

Saul, 12, recalled what life was like in the Lukhokho Community before his spring was protected last year.

"Before [the] protection of this water point, my mother used to send me to fetch water for drinking and domestic uses. Sometimes, I got back home very late because I had to wait for some time for [the] water to be clean. I had to queue for about three hours, especially during dry seasons, which was so tiresome and challenging," said Saul.

But life is much simpler for Saul and the other community members in Lukhokho now.

"[The] reliable water source has really impacted my life in a positive way. This is because when fetching water it takes a minimal time to fill my jerrican hence no more wastage of time. Lastly, the water fetched is clean and safe for human consumption," Saul continued.

Having ready access to water that is safe to drink from the spring has made a difference for Saul, allowing him time for other important things like his daily hygiene.

"My plan is to ensure that I improve in personal hygiene practices. This was so challenging to [do before] because whenever I washed my clothes [the] stains remained. But nowadays, my clothes are clean, and I can take [a] bath at least twice a day, unlike before," concluded Saul.

Saul and fellow community member Noel at the waterpoint.

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