Residents of Lukole village in Agago District, Uganda are now able to access clean and safe drinking water thanks to a water conservation project implemented by Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Uganda (WASEU) under the WASH SDG Programme. The project, which was implemented in partnership with local hand pump mechanics, has rehabilitated boreholes in the village, providing a reliable source of clean water for the community.
According to Mr. Oryema Charles, the district water officer in charge of mobilization, the project has had a significant impact on the community, improving health and sanitation, increasing access to education for children and providing more economic opportunities for women. Many of the women in the village used to spend hours each day walking to collect water from distant sources, but now they are able to access clean water right in their own village, which is a great relief.
The WASEU’s Private sector approach has been praised by the community, with many residents noting the positive changes that have taken place since the project began. The community is more united and people are healthier, which is a direct result of having access to clean water.
