Water within reach — Ewuaso Ward, Kajiado West
Rehabilitation of a community earth dam brought safer, closer water—less time fetching, more reliable supply for households and livestock.
Scope and activities
- Moved water access from distant, unreliable sources
- Earth dam rehabilitation led by MPIDO with the community
- Reduced time searching for water; steadier supply in dry periods
Context
For years, communities in Ewuaso relied on distant and unreliable water sources, often shared with livestock and wildlife.
Through the rehabilitation of a community earth dam, MPIDO helped transform this reality.
Today, water is available closer to homes. Households have access to a more reliable and safer source, time spent searching for water has reduced significantly, and livestock have a consistent supply even during dry periods.
What was once a seasonal struggle is now a dependable resource anchoring stability for the entire community.