Abdul Gains Health and Time to Learn!

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Abdul. Since then, he and the Masoila Community of 182 residents have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"The waterpoint is close to me and it is safe for drinking!"

Before the Well Rehabilitation

Like many in Sierra Leone, 13-year-old Abdul is responsible for collecting water to meet daily water needs. Before last year’s water intervention, this task stole his time and negatively affected him.

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 Abdul, in particular, it lessened his opportunity to do well in school.

"Before the completion of this waterpoint, fetching water was not easy. The waterpoint was far away from this community, and that made [it] tough to fetch water. The water we used to drink was not safe for drinking," said Abdul.

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 Abdul’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!"

"Clean water improves my health and can help me to practice good hygiene," said Abdul.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Abdul 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 Abdul 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.

"I have been doing well in my academic activities since this waterpoint was installed. My exam grades have improved compared to the previous years. I always use my time to read my school notes and work on assignments on [a] daily basis," said Abdul.

"My dreams for the future are I want my community to continue to have a safe waterpoint and I also want to be a school head."