A Year Later: "Water is available at all times"

Selvine K., 14, recalled what life was like at Matioli Primary School before her school’s well was installed last year.

"I was ever late in the morning to school since I had to go look for water to carry to school. I was also getting sick [from] typhoid and diarrhea from time to time due to consumption of contaminated water," Selvine shared.

Collecting water is now much less arduous and safer for Selvine and the other students at Matioli.

"Since the water is available at all times, I no longer waste my time and energy going to fetch water at the spring. I have also improved my levels of both my personal and environmental hygiene since there is enough water for use," she continued.

Students cleaning their classroom.

Having ready access to water from the well has made a difference for Selvine, giving her the opportunity to learn in a more conducive environment.

"I no longer waste time going to look for water at a nearby spring. Time that I used to spend going to fetch water is now spent on studies hence improving in my performance. During the dry spells, I am also able to water my school garden," she concluded.

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.

Selvine.