Clean Water
Stories

In the remote village of Shiridzinomwa, Zimbabwe, accessing clean water was once a daily struggle. Children and families from Murare Primary School walked 20 minutes each way just to reach a water source—one that often ran dry. But today, that story has changed. Through HHI’s Clean Water program, a new borewell has been installed on the […]

Clean water is the cornerstone of any village. When a village cannot easily access clean water it causes a multitude of problems to arise. With the help of World Bible School and  Healing Hands International, l was able to provide fresh, easily accessible water for the village or Arda.  Previously the government had attempted to […]

A brand new addition to the community of Alikmola has transformed their lives for the better. Before they had access to safe, clean water, the members of this community had a grueling 90 minute walk one way to get dirty water that the animals also used. This not only led to many water-borne diseases being […]

The Makhomera community in Malawi has recently achieved a major milestone—access to clean, safe water. Before a well was drilled in the area, the community faced a daily struggle. For many, fetching water was a time-consuming task that could take up to 120 minutes one way. This left individuals with little time for other essential […]

The village of Zabugu Yakot in Ghana now has access to clean water, thanks to a newly installed borehole! This has transformed life for the 1,170 residents, including Saude, a young mother. Before the borehole, she struggled with the constant worry of having enough clean water for her baby and household, making daily tasks like cooking […]

The grade nine pupils at Mayoba Basic School in Zambia proudly gathered around the newly installed hand pump, their faces beaming with the joy of clean water at their school. Mayoba Village is home to over 1,500 people in 200 households. For 40 years, the village operated a primary school, and two years ago, they […]

Ikot Anta Eneng, a village in the Ukanafun region, is known for its rich agricultural heritage and its delicious Afang soup, a dish central to local celebrations. Yet, beneath the vibrant culture lies a long-standing struggle: access to clean water. For years, residents have faced water-related diseases such as typhoid, diarrhea, and cholera. The scarcity […]

The rains come in Uganda in extended spurts, typically following lengthy periods of drought. Dry, cracked earth gives way to the power of water, falling as a deluge, day after day. Rainfall totals gather and work as earth movers, washing out roads, tumbling into mudslides. Any local water-catching devices, shallow wells or fresh water sources […]

“An historic event has taken place in Zimbabwe!” That’s the collective sentiment for the residents of Dhuwa Village in Zimbabwe. They have marked the occasion of access to clean water, choosing to revere the drilling of a new well as a moment to carry in their hearts. They will talk about it as generations mature. […]

Survivors. Sons of Ghana. Water seekers. Not even ten years old, Nkambi and Naayeme are growing up in the remote village of Pkasanando, Ghana. Instead of walking to school to learn about history and science, they carry the burden of walking to find water to drink. Instead of discovering new math skills or an interest […]

We are enjoying celebrating the members of the HHI family, and we invite you to visit the HHI blog for more staff features. With this edition, we introduce you to our Walk4Water Director, Gillian Kelley.  Walk4Water is HHI’s major fundraising mechanism for the Clean Water Program, and Gillian’s innovative leadership has been critical to its […]

The Gospel is available to everyone, without exception. And much like everyone needs the scriptures, everyone needs clean water to live. We are called to help one another, so that when someone is downtrodden, there is an outstretched hand to lift and soothe a suffering soul with the love of Jesus and, if possible, to improve […]

Nigeria is nestled within the western curve of Africa as it turns to the south, situated just above the Equator. Waves from the Gulf of Guinea lap Nigeria’s shores, and the country holds the record for the highest population on the continent. Nigeria’s people come from diverse backgrounds, but they endure similar water-related health hazards from […]

AFRICA is the second largest continent on earth, behind Asia in both size and population. NIGERIA is known as the “Giant of Africa.” Its land expanse sits on the continent’s western coast, maintaining Africa’s largest population. It contains a wealth of natural resources, many of which remain untapped.  ABUJA is the capital city of Nigeria. It is home […]

Imagine a steamy, summer day with an intense sun that lingers loosely on the horizon, and a slow wave of heat unbroken by breezes or shade. A tall glass of ice water is the perfect relief, and the condensation on the outside of the glass cools you off as you press it to your forehead. […]

Meet Nuritu Adela. ? Nuritu is the mother of seven children, and they reside in the Gidabo village of Ethiopia. As is typical in this particular region of the country, the natural water source dries up in the summer, resulting in long wait times at the nearest spring. On average, Nuritu would spend four hours […]

The people of Namaluma, Malawi were used to drinking dirty water, as they regularly gathered their water from a nearby pond. Now, they have a reliable water source close to home, which provides clean water for their families. Kevia Macheso is a member of the local church and lives in Namaluma. She praised God for […]

As we continue to be grateful for the connections God has allowed HHI to make in Eastern Europe, our team wants to share with you a story from the Sopot Church of Christ in Poland. This church community has been tirelessly serving families and individuals who had to leave their homes in Ukraine. They are […]