The availability of clean water has profound positive impacts on health, economic development and productivity as well as fostering social well-being and a sense of dignity in a community. The Kisaani water project funded by New Hope Presbyterian Church came as a game changer in the lives of the community members in various ways:

Improved Health and Well-being:Access to clean water has greatly reduced the occurrence of waterborne diseases that were once prevalent due to unsafe water sources. Families now have safe water for drinking, cooking, and personal hygiene, leading to significantly improved health outcomes within the community.
Improved Hygiene and Sanitation:The availability of clean water has enhanced hygiene and sanitation practices. Families have enough water for daily activities, which lowers the risk of waterborne illnesses and promotes better overall public health in the community.

Enhanced Education: children have more time available for study since they don’t waste time going long distances to help fetch water. As a result, they are able to excel academically. Parents have observed that their children are more focused and engaged, resulting in higher school attendance and improved academic performance.  
Increased Agricultural productivity: The reliable access to water has positively impacted local agriculture. Farmers can now irrigate their crops and care for livestock without long journeys to distant water sources, thus contributing to increased agricultural productivity and improved livelihoods for farming families. 

Economic Development: with reduced illnesses, improved health, and more time to engage in productive activities translates to more productive adults who can contribute to the improving the economy of their community and break the cycle of poverty, which is the vision of Tumaini. 
Community empowerment: The water project has fostered collaboration, unity, community engagement and a sense of responsibility to the members in addressing community issues.
Promoting Sustainability: By incorporating rainwater harvesting into the design, the community is better equipped to handle future water shortages. This sustainable approach to water management aids in conserving water resources for generations to come.

THANK YOU  New Hope Presbyterian Church and thank you to all of our donors and sponsors who make projects like this happen!  Together we are bringing HOPE! 

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