By Julie Cole | UK Fundraiser
We are pleased to report that work is now underway in Uba Dama! The HOPE staff team have moved into the community and work is slowly progressing.
Unfortunately, there have been delays in the construction materials being delivered to the project site as there has been continued rain, leading to road accessibility problems. In addition, high inflation and increasing prices have led to market instability and this has contributed to challenges purchasing the needed items.
These obstacles have slowed down project implementation, but it has meant the community has rallied to provide support to carry the building materials to the site from the nearest location the trucks can get to the village. The unexpected outcome of the road problems has led to increased unity and participation around ensuring work could start on their new water system. In addition, there has been a sense of increased ownership, which is a key value HOPE staff work to development for sustainability and to avoid creating dependency.
Therefore, in spite of the weather, construction has started on the water reservoir. Work has also started on the nine water points and eight wash basins. At the same time, the trenches are starting to be dug for the 6.4km pipeline that will carry the protected water from the newly capped spring to the reservoir.
We are grateful for your support and will continue to update you on the progress of the Uba Dama project.
Please remember HOPE on #GivingTuesday, 28th November 2023. We'd value your support for our next project in Tsito Tife.
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