Clean Water & Sanitation

Situation of Clean Water & Sanitation

We believe that access to clean water and proper sanitation is a fundamental human right and a critical building block for healthy communities. In Namayingo District, many families lack access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation facilities, leading to serious health risks, including waterborne diseases and poor hygiene practices. Our mission is to ensure that every child and family in the district can enjoy the benefits of clean water, improved sanitation, and better hygiene, transforming lives for the better.

The Water and Sanitation Crisis in Namayingo

Namayingo District, situated near Lake Victoria, is home to many communities that struggle with poor access to clean water. Despite the proximity to the lake, water sources are often contaminated and unsafe for consumption. Many families rely on unsafe water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning, putting them at risk of diseases like cholera, dysentery, and typhoid. Additionally, the lack of proper sanitation facilities—especially in schools—leads to high rates of illness among children, negatively affecting their health and education.

At Kids Hope Africa Foundation, we are taking action to change this reality. We are working to provide sustainable solutions that deliver clean water and improve sanitation for the most vulnerable communities in Namayingo.

Our Clean Water and Sanitation Initiatives

Installing Clean Water Sources
School-Based WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Programs
Community-Led Sanitation Programs
Hygiene Education and Awareness
Protecting Water Sources

The Impact of Clean Water and Sanitation

Access to clean water and proper sanitation has a profound impact on every aspect of life. When families have reliable access to safe water, they no longer need to spend hours collecting it, giving them more time to focus on education, work, and community development. Children who have access to clean water and proper sanitation are healthier, attend school more regularly, and are more likely to reach their full potential.

In Namayingo, our work is already making a difference. Communities that once struggled with waterborne diseases now have clean water to drink, cook with, and use for hygiene. Schools that lacked basic sanitation now have safe facilities that keep students healthy and engaged. With your support, we can continue to expand these life-changing programs to even more areas in need.

Our Campaigns

Construction of Boreholes and Spring Wells
Access to clean and safe water is a top priority for improving the health and well-being of communities in Namayingo District, Eastern Uganda. Many areas in this region suffer from a lack of reliable water sources, leading to health issues, poor sanitation, and limited access to water for daily needs. Our "Construction of Boreholes and Spring Wells" Campaign is dedicated to providing sustainable water solutions to communities in need.

Focus Areas

Campaigns

About Namayingo District

The Namayingo has a total area of 532.9 km2 of which ¼ is dry land and the rest is covered by the water bodies.