Nyaka Primary School - Water Infrastructure Renovation
In the remote and underserved regions of southwestern Uganda, Nyaka AIDS Orphans’ Project, our implementing partner, commitment to the betterment of young lives stands as a beacon of hope for the disadvantaged orphaned children in Kanungu who have been left to face life's unforgiving challenges without the loving guidance and support of parents.Imagine for a moment the world through the eyes of a child who has lost their parents to the relentless grip of HIV/AIDS. The warmth of a mother's embrace, the reassuring presence of a father, the shared dreams of a nurturing family! These are experiences that many of us take for granted, yet for the children we serve, these simple, cherished moments are often nothing more than a distant memory or an unfulfilled longing. These are children who bear the weight of their circumstances with unwavering resilience but with limited means to support themselves. These are children who, through no fault of their own, find themselves plunged into adulthood prematurely, facing harsh realities that no child should have to endure.Nyaka AIDS Orphans' Project believes that every child, regardless of their circumstances, deserves the chance to grow, learn, and aspire to a brighter future. Standing as a beacon of hope to these children, Nyaka AIDS Orphans’ Project provides a nurturing environment where these children can flourish and realize their potential.
Obule Primary School - Well Rehab
Obule Primary School is located in the Eastern Region of Uganda in the city of Soroti. H2O for Life schools previously supported a borehole well that was installed on the school property in 2014. Since the addition of this water source, the school population has risen from 864 students to 886 students who currently attend.
Oriau Primary School - Well Rehab
In 2017, Drop in the Bucket, with funding from H2O for Life schools, drilled a new borehole well at Oriau Primary School.
Real Care Infants School
Real Care Infants School hosts almost 229 primary and nursery school students, taught by 14 teachers throughout 8 classrooms.
Sonde Global Junior School
Sonde Global Junior School is a private boarding and day school that serves nursery and primary students. 31 staff members serve roughly 530 students, 25 of whom are also boarding. The primary water source is piped water on the campus, but it often breaks down and does not provide sufficient water for the school. The flow is inconsistent, and water needs to be fetched from other sources during all seasons. Students fetch water twice a day, roughly 20 boys and 20 girls. The school spends roughly 670,000 Ush ($181 USD) on monthly water expenses. A rainwater collection system will provide an additional source of water and storage capacity when water is unavailable elsewhere.
St. Bruno Mwembe Primary School
A government-aided primary and nursery day school, St. Bruno Mwembe Primary School hosts 412 students, taught by 14 teachers in 8 classrooms. The primary school water source is piped water into the yard. Still, this source is highly unreliable, and staff described it as of poor quality, with an unacceptable color and taste. It is sometimes unavailable during daytime hours, typically only four days a week. Students fetch water twice a day and often miss class in the dry season to find alternate water sources. Most of the school’s water-related expenses center around treatment, which they do by rudimentary filtration and boiling.
St. Kizito Kayabwe Primary School
St. Kizito Kayabwe Primary School hosts roughly 700 primary school students, taught by 17 teachers throughout 10 classrooms. This day school is government-aided, relying on governmental funds for support. Although piped water is on school grounds, it is highly unreliable, and students, mainly girls, must fetch water twice a day. The facility spends 130,000 Ush monthly (roughly $35 USD) on water alone. Additionally, students and staff must boil the water before it can be used to wash dishes, prepare food, and/or drink. To eliminate health concerns among students, we are hoping to install a new rainwater collection system and provide water filters and handwashing stations.
WBL Rotary Collaboration
New Bore-Hole Wells at the following schools in Uganda:Alelelele Primary SchoolKoch Laminlatoo Primary SchoolPaminyai Primary School