Mutunga Has Time for Learning and Play!

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Mutunga. Since then, he and the Kithalaani Primary School of 306 students have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"I am now drinking safe water and no longer get sick from typhoid or amoeba. We now have regular meals because we have enough water for cooking which has also contributed to our good health."

Mutungu (in white on the right) with classmates collecting clean water.

Before the Rainwater Harvesting Tank Installation

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

Students hauling water back to school before their raintank was implemented.

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 Mutunga, in particular, it lessened his opportunity to fully engage in his education.

"We were carrying water from home every morning because we did not have enough water in our school. We also had to pay more fees to offset the costly water expenses. Some of us would get sick often due to the contaminated water brought home because it was not treated. The tank in our school would also quickly dry up because it was small," he shared.

Since the Rainwater Harvesting Tank 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 Mutunga’s future. By supporting the water solution, you made clean water an everyday reality, fostering hope for a brighter future.

Mutunga at the raintank!

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!"

Mutunga continued, "This water is clean and safe for drinking; therefore, we prevent instances of water-related infections. My studies have improved because I stopped carrying water from home, and I come to school every day because I am healthy from drinking clean water. I now spend my time learning, doing my assignments, and playing with my friends."

The Future is Looking Bright!

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

Mutunga has big dreams for his future. He dreams of becoming a helper within his community. "When I grow up I want to be a pilot so that I can help my community even to access water."

Students collecting water.