Ramatu is Healthier and Worries Less

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Ramatu. Since then, she and the Mabalama Community of 236 residents have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"I like fetching water from this source because it is well-protected and has safe water for drinking. The water source is also not too far from my house," said Ramatu.

Before the Well Rehabilitation

Like many in Sierra Leone, 25-year-old Ramatu Conteh 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 Ramatu, it lessened her opportunity to remain healthy.

"My health has changed since the completion of this project. I have been able to work on my business on time and also undertake agricultural activities, which I was unable to do before because of the lack of water in the community," said Ramatu.

Since the Well Rehabilitation

Your generous gift last year was much more than a simple donation; it was a powerful statement about your commitment to this community and Ramatu’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!"

"I am proud of having safe and pure drinking water since this water point was completed last year. The best thing about living with clean water is that it can be used to drink, wash, and for the practice of good hygiene," shared Ramatu.

Access to sufficient clean water not only improves health but also enables Ramatu to go about her daily life without worry.

"I am no longer worried about safety when fetching water from this source. This is because the water well is clean and within the community. It also has safe water for drinking purposes. This has changed the situation of water in the community as a whole and for me," Ramatu celebrated.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Ramatu 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 Ramatu 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 Ramatu fulfill her dreams.

"There is an increase in my business compared to previous years when there was no water source in the community. I have also been able to extend my garden due to the reliable water in the garden. My dream for the future is to expand my business. This can be possible if there is access to enough water in the community," declared Ramatu.