Ruth can collect water whenever she needs it!

Ten-year-old Ruth recalled what life was like at the Suctarr Military Barracks before her community's well was rehabilitated last year.

"I'm a student. We used to suffer to fetch water [in] the past. For me to fetch water, I [would] go to the community to fetch water. It was not easy for me due to the walking distance and overcrowding at the water point," shared Ruth.

Collecting water is now more accessible for Ruth and the other community members and students in her community.

"I am now able to fetch water to drink," continued Ruth.

Having ready access to water from the well has made a difference for Ruth. It allows her to collect water whenever she needs it and has freed up her time to help at home.

"The well has helped me fetch water for my parents before and after school. Now I can wash the dirty plates and spoons due to the availability of water," concluded Ruth.

Ruth at the rehabilitated well.