JOIN US IN PROVIDING CLEAN, SAFE WATER FOR ALL, TRANSFORMING LIVES AND COMMUNITIES IN KARAMOJA SUB-REGION.

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:

1. • Increase access to safe water: By drilling boreholes, communities in karamoja can access clean and safe water, reducing reliance on contaminated water sources.
2. • Improve health outcomes: Access to safe water can significantly reduce waterborne diseases, improving overall health and well-being.
3. • 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;

1. • Food insecurity: Limited access to clean water affects agricultural productivity, leading to food insecurity and malnutrition.
2. • 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.
3. • Limited access to clean safe water contributes to various health issues, including waterborne diseases.

SOLUTIONS:

1. • Drilling and rehabilitating boreholes: Drilling new boreholes and rehabilitating existing ones to provide clean water access to communities.
2. • Promoting water conservation: Educating communities on water conservation techniques and promoting efficient water practices.
3. • Establish maintenance systems: Regularly inspect and maintain boreholes to prevent contamination.

LONG-TERM IMPACT:

1. • Reduce waterborne diseases.
2. • Improve on nutrition.
3. • Reduce water conflicts.
4. • Empower communities.
5. • Increased life expectancy.