Water Restoration Project

Description

This project seeks to improve access to clean and reliable water for households in two rural areas by installing plastic rainwater harvesting tanks and repairing nonfunctional boreholes originally constructed ten years ago. Due to limited maintenance and dissolved water committees, families now walk long distances to collect water from unsafe swamp sources shared with animals, resulting in waterborne illnesses such as diarrhea and typhoid. Local health teams have recently confirmed multiple cases, underscoring the urgent need for reliable alternatives.

Restored water points and newly installed tanks will benefit roughly 400 families, including many people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) who face added risks from opportunistic infections and treatment interruptions caused by time spent collecting water. Community sensitization will accompany all activities, covering handwashing, safe water handling, keeping water sources clean, and general sanitation practices to reduce contamination. Long‑term reliability will be strengthened through forming and training water committees responsible for overseeing the systems and managing monthly user fees dedicated to repairs.

Overall, the project will reduce waterborne diseases, improve school and work attendance, support stronger adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with human immunodeficiency virus, and enhance community resilience through locally managed water sources. External support is required for the materials, transport, and skilled labor needed for repairs, installation, and education, and ongoing financial constraints make outside assistance essential for ensuring safe water access.