Eddy Has Time to Pursue His Dreams!

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

"My performance improved because I no longer delay at the water point in the evening, allowing me time to focus on my school work," said eleven-year-old Eddy.

Before the Well's Installation

Like many in Uganda, eleven-year-old Eddy is responsible for collecting water to meet his and his family's daily water needs. This task stole his time before last year’s water intervention and negatively affected him.

The swamp used by the community before the well was installed.

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 Eddy, in particular, it lessened his opportunity to pursue his education.

"I used to travel a considerable distance to fetch water, sometimes making the journey in the evening and returning home at night, which was both unsafe and frightening," he shared.

"Spending a significant amount of time fetching water affected my school performance since I had little time left to study and read books," he continued.

Since the Well's 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 Eddy’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 water is very clean and easy to access, unlike before. Now, I can wash my clothes every day and consistently take timely baths," Eddy shared.

We asked Eddy if he still felt unsafe on the waterpoint. He said, "I no longer have concerns because the access road to the water point is clear and not overgrown with bushes. The waterpoint is now conveniently located near my home in an open area."

Eddy was then asked what his favorite part of the new waterpoint was. "Not getting sick [with] typhoid because I have access to safe drinking water," he said.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Eddy and the rest of his 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 Eddy a crucial tool for achieving his dreams: access to clean water. Together, we can excitedly expect that with this precious resource, his enthusiasm and courage will help him fulfill his dreams.

We asked Eddy about his goals. He said, "Becoming a lawyer, and I know I will achieve it since I have enough time to concentrate on my books,"

Eddy.