Access to safe water shapes almost every part of village life: health, school attendance, livelihoods and the time women and girls spend fetching water each day. This project responds to a need the community has identified as a priority.
What we are building KCDI is delivering a solar-powered borehole for the villagers. Solar panels drive the pump, so water can be drawn without relying on fuel generators or grid electricity. Water is stored in an elevated tank and supplied through taps for household use.
Why solar Solar power reduces running costs, removes dependence on fuel supply and lowers environmental impact. This makes the water point more affordable for the community to keep running over the long term.
Community ownership The project is planned with community members, so local people can share responsibility for basic care, fair use and reporting faults. Durable results depend on local ownership, not just on construction.
Project status This project is ongoing. Updates will be published as the work progresses.
Understanding the challenge
The village lacks a reliable, safe and nearby source of drinking water, so households spend significant time and effort fetching water.
Our approach
Install a solar-powered borehole with storage tank and taps, planned and maintained with the community.
Intended impact and learning
Expected outcomes include improved household water access, better hygiene and more time for school, work and family life.
Project objectives
- Provide a safe, reliable source of drinking water
- Reduce the time spent fetching water, especially by women and girls
- Use solar power to keep running costs low
- Build community ownership of maintenance and fair use
Key areas of action
- Community consultation and site selection
- Borehole drilling and water testing
- Installation of solar panels, pump and storage tank
- Community orientation on use and basic maintenance