A Year Later: “Now it is very safe for us to fetch water!"

Veronica recalled what life was like in the Harambee Community before her community's spring was protected last year.

"Fetching water used to be a nightmare for me because the water collection area was deep and dangerous to collect water. I could use a jug to fill my jerrican, but I had to do it carefully to avoid falling in the open water source," said 10-year-old Veronica.

Collecting water is now much easier and faster for Veronica and the other community members in Harambee.

"Now it is very safe for us to fetch water. My peers and I enjoy making several trips to the spring because it is clean, easy to access, and the jerrican is filled within [a] few seconds," Veronica said. 

Veronica at the spring.

Having ready access to water from the spring has made a difference for Veronica, allowing her time to study, play, and help her family.

"Less time is spent at the spring, meaning I get more time to assist my mum to accomplish other house chores and still get time to study and play with my friends," concluded Veronica.

Veronica with friends at the spring.