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SUMMARY:
This project will provide clean and safe water by drilling boreholes in Karamoja Sub-Region which comprises seven districts; Abim, Kaabong, Kotido, Moroto, Nakapiripirit, Nabilatuk, and Amudat. Approximately 60% of people in karamoja lack access to safe drinking water. This limited access contributes to various health issues, including waterborne diseases. The initiative aims to:
- • Increase access to safe water: By drilling boreholes, communities in karamoja can access clean and safe water, reducing reliance on contaminated water sources.
- • Improve health outcomes: Access to safe water can significantly reduce waterborne diseases, improving overall health and well-being.
- • Enhance livelihoods: Reliable access to clean water can support livelihoods, enabling communities to focus on agriculture, livestock, and other economic activities. The drilling of boreholes in karamoja sub-region can benefit thousands of people, providing a sustainable source of clean water and contributing to the region's development.
CHALLENGES:
Due to lack of clean safe water, the people of karamoja sub-region face the following challenges;
- • Food insecurity: Limited access to clean water affects agricultural productivity, leading to food insecurity and malnutrition.
- • Impact on livestock: The karamoja region is known for its pastoralist communities, and the lack of clean water affects livestock health and productivity, further compromising the livelihoods of local people.
- • Limited access to clean safe water contributes to various health issues, including waterborne diseases.
SOLUTIONS:
- • Drilling and rehabilitating boreholes: Drilling new boreholes and rehabilitating existing ones to provide clean water access to communities.
- • Promoting water conservation: Educating communities on water conservation techniques and promoting efficient water practices.
- • Establish maintenance systems: Regularly inspect and maintain boreholes to prevent contamination.
LONG-TERM IMPACT:
- • Reduce waterborne diseases.
- • Improve on nutrition.
- • Reduce water conflicts.
- • Empower communities.
- • Increased life expectancy.
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