A Year Later: Time to Focus on Academics!

Phanice K., 17, recalled what life was like in the Mukavakava Community before her community’s spring was protected last year.

“Getting clean water from this source was really a great challenge. The area was overcrowded by people. It was difficult to collect since it had no collection area and most of time you could see floating waste on [the] water's surface. I would wait [for the] water to settle before collecting [it],” said Phanice.

Collecting water is now much faster and simpler for Phanice and the other community members in Mukavakava.

"I really like fetching water from this water point because it is well secured and water is being collected through [the] pipe which is more effective and saves on time. I can also fetch many containers within a short time,” continued Phanice.

Having ready access to water from the spring has made a difference for Phanice allowing her time to focus on other important things like studying and working towards a brighter future.

"As a student [I] am really practicing time management by ensuring that I can have enough time on my studies and ensure I finish school assignments on time. Academically my parents are very happy with me. I have really managed to score impressive results which is a good comeback after a period of time. Having a conducive learning environment my future dream is to be a teacher so that I can change the society and empower them on matters concerning hygiene and sanitation," concluded Phanice.

Phanice with other community members collecting clean water.

Right now, there are others in neighboring communities that desperately need safe water access. Your support will immediately go to work to provide a clean water project - and we can’t wait to introduce you to the next person you’ll help.