Clean Water Helps Elizabeth Hold Her Dream Near!

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Elizabeth. Since then, she and the Nzakya Community of 300 residents have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"I don’t have to worry about getting sick or missing school because of water issues. I can also bathe and wash my clothes regularly, which helps me feel fresh and confident. I’ve improved a lot in school. I now have more time to revise and attend all my classes without interruptions. I feel more focused and prepared during exams," said Elizabeth.

Before the Sand Dam Installation

Like many in Kenya, 17-year-old Elizabeth is responsible for collecting water to meet her daily water needs. Before last year’s water intervention, this task stole her time and negatively affected her.

Drinking the water caused severe consequences. Many in the community suffered from waterborne diseases that created health problems, affecting their daily lives. Limited accessibility also meant people wasted time collecting sufficient water to meet their needs. The difficult journey to collect water sapped their physical and emotional energy, creating roadblocks. For Elizabeth, in particular, it lessened her opportunity to stay healthy and remain in school.

Community members collected water from the previous water source - the earth dam.

"Before this project was constructed, we had to walk very far to get water from the earth dam, and it would take many hours. The water was dirty, and we would sometimes get sick after drinking or using it. I remember missing school or getting home too late to revise properly because of how much time it took to fetch water," Elizabeth reflected.

"It was really hard and exhausting. We walked long distances in the hot sun and still returned with water that wasn’t even clean. Sometimes I felt too tired to do my schoolwork or help my parents with various chores at home," she continued.

Since the Sand Dam Installation

Your generous gift last year was much more than a simple donation; it was a powerful statement about your commitment to this community and Elizabeth’s future. By supporting the water solution, you made clean water an everyday reality, fostering hope for a brighter future.

Reliable and clean water lays the groundwork for improved health, education, and economic possibilities, allowing people to thrive. We frequently hear from those we interview that "water is life!"

The sand dam is now filled with water.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Elizabeth and the rest of her community. This is just the first chapter of their story as access to clean water continues to improve their lives!

At The Water Project, we value sustainability and want to ensure that people continue to thrive. We commit to monitoring this project to ensure the water is always flowing and safe to consume. We inspect the system hardware, track water availability, conduct sanitary inspections, and collect water quality samples to identify risks. We work with our team on the ground to resolve them.

You gave Elizabeth a crucial tool for achieving her dreams: access to clean water. Together, we can excitedly expect that with this precious resource, her enthusiasm and courage will help Elizabeth fulfill her dreams.

"I now have time to read, help my parents with other chores, and even relax or talk to my friends. I feel like I can do more with my day," said Elizabeth.

"I want to become a fashion designer. I love creating new designs and imagining beautiful clothes. Having clean water helps me stay in school and work hard toward that dream," Elizabeth exclaimed.

Elizabeth collects water from the well attached to the sand dam.