Linah Worries Less

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Linah. Since then, she and the Kamukithe Community of 1,200 residents have had clean, reliable water from the sand dam and well. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"I like that the water is now clean and very close to our home. It doesn’t take much time, and I don’t get tired or sick anymore. It feels safe and easy," exclaimed Linah.

Before the Well Installation

Like many in Southeastern Kenya, 12-year-old Linah is responsible for collecting water to meet daily water needs. Before last year’s water intervention, this task stole her time and negatively affected her.

The previous water source.

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 Linah, it reduced her opportunities to stay healthy and have any free time as a child.

"Before this project, fetching water was very hard. I would spend most of my evenings, weekends, and even holidays going to the scoop hole to get water. It was far, and the path was steep, and the sun was always very hot. The water was dirty, and I often got sick, missing school because of stomach problems," Linah recalled.

Since the Well 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 Linah’s future. By supporting the water solution, you made clean water an everyday reality, fostering hope for a brighter future.

Linah pumps the well as community members collect water.

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!"

"Since we started using this water, I haven’t gotten sick like before. I no longer get stomach pains or miss school to go to the hospital. I feel strong and healthy. I am also able to rest after fetching water, and I drink clean water even during peak drought periods," said Linah.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Linah and 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 system hardware, monitor water availability, conduct sanitary inspections, and collect water-quality samples to identify risks. We work with our on-the-ground team to resolve them.

You gave Linah 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 her fulfill her dreams.

"I’m doing much better in school now because I have more time to study. I don’t miss lessons because of illness or because I was sent to fetch water. I even enjoy school more now. I use that time to read, play with my friends, and help my mum with other work at home. I also get to rest, which I never used to do before," Linah said.

"I want to become a doctor so I can treat sick people and help my community. Now that I am healthy and doing well in school, I know I can make it," she bravely declared.

Linah (left) and others collect water.