Clean Water Inspires Improved Hygiene!

Jackline Barasa, 52, recalled what life was like in the Burundu Community before her community’s spring was protected last year.

"Initially the spring was unprotected, community members covered the eye of the spring with a big stone, where water could come and settle before fetching, using a plastic jug or a big cup," she shared.

Collecting water is now much simpler for Jackline and the other community members in the Burundu Community.

"Since [the] construction of the water source, time management has been practiced by many people, especially when collecting water. This has reduced overcrowding and queuing of people around the spring. More space has been enhanced, making it easier [to] fetch several containers. Water is safe for drinking and cooking, no more sicknesses like [in the] past," Jackline continued.

Jackline drinking clean water.

Having ready access to water from the spring has made a difference for Jackline, allowing her to save time and energy when collecting water. With that time saved, she has big plans!

"As a community health volunteer, [I] am going to spearhead the importance of hygiene in our community, starting with me as a role model for others," she concluded.

Jackline collecting water.