Before the Well: A Struggle for Clean Water
Amoyo Koma village, located in the Laroo-Pece Division of the Gulu District in northern Uganda, faced significant challenges when it came to accessing clean water. For generations, the village’s 859 residents relied on a distant waterhole as their main source of water. This water was often contaminated, as it was shared with livestock and exposed to the elements, increasing the risk of waterborne diseases.
The burden of collecting water fell largely on women and children, who walked over a kilometer every day to fetch water. These long and difficult journeys not only took up valuable time but also put families at risk of illness and exhaustion. Without a nearby safe water source, everyday life in Amoyo Koma was shaped by uncertainty and hardship.
A New Well Brings Lasting Change
That reality changed with the drilling of a new well, providing the community with a sustainable and reliable source of clean water. With a yield of more than 2 cubic meters per hour, the well now supplies safe drinking water to Amoyo Koma’s residents as well as members of neighboring villages who previously had no nearby access to clean water.
With clean water available close to home, children can now spend more time in school instead of walking long distances to fetch water. Families can focus on their livelihoods and well-being, knowing they have a safe water source right in their community. The health benefits have been immediate, reducing the risk of waterborne diseases and improving overall quality of life.
A Brighter Future for Amoyo Koma
Water is life, and for Amoyo Koma, the new well represents a future filled with possibility. No longer bound by the daily struggle for water, the village is now empowered to build a healthier, more sustainable future. Clean water is more than just a necessity—it is the foundation for growth, education, and opportunity for generations to come.