July 2025 Kokelo and Nyatigo Project Update
Water1st’s local partner, KWAHO, is leading the development of two separate piped water systems serving the communities of Kokelo and Nyatigo. Kokelo: Expanding Household Connections Since January 2025, community members in Kokelo have contributed significant labor to complete the water system. Volunteer crews installed the final sections of pipeline, bringing every household within reach of […]
July 2025 Emukoye Project Update
CABDA continues to expand the Emukoye project, extending service to additional villages. As of January 2025: 101 water connections completed in Phase 1 of the project (primarily in Emukoye village), 119 connections completed in Phase 2 (primarily in Musango and Mulwanda) As of June 2025: An additional 50 connections completed in Musango and Mulwanda Total […]
Sept 2024 Emukoye Project Update
Trenching moves forward swiftly in Musango and Mulwanda. The Emukoye project continues to progress smoothly. The water management committee is taking over the operation and maintenance responsibility of the water system. Currently, the committee meets twice a month to conduct business and has issued and collected two months worth of water bills. Also, they conducted […]
Sept 2024 Kokelo Project Update
Teresa now has a tap in her home! The Kokelo project prioritized service to vulnerable households, It’s always rewarding to see elderly residents able to collect water at a household tap. At the time of our September visit, 19 households were receiving daily service from Kokelo’s water supply system, far short of the 148 connections […]
Meet Frida of Emukoye, Kenya
Frida Mumbwe described her vision of water at her home as “freedom.” The announcement of a new water system in Emukoye, Kenya was met with strong emotions—joy, gratitude, singing, dancing, thanks to God, and tears. During a recent visit, Frida shared her experience walking for water and her gratitude for a new water project. “I […]