Why Uganda? Why Now?
42% of primary schools in Uganda lack water on-site
Only 48% have handwashing stations
Diarrheal disease causes 5% of deaths in children under 5
In Tororo District, students walk 1.2 miles to fetch unsafe water daily
“Access to clean water shouldn’t be a privilege—it’s a human right.”
Hear Student Stories
Top Achievements in 2025
3 schools reached (Magodes, Asinge, Kwapa)
2 water wells + 1 rainwater collection system
4,000+ students now have clean water
School Spotlights
Magodes Primary School
- 1,207 students served
- Water well built in Feb 2025
- Previously walked 1.2 miles across highway for dirty stream water
- Managed by a Water User Committee
Asinge Primary School
- 1,457 students + nearby church & secondary school
- Water well directly on school grounds
- Shared with over 2,000 beneficiaries
Kwapa Primary School
- 1,390 students
- Rainwater collection system with filtration
- 45-minute walk now replaced by safe access on site
Tororo, Uganda: A Proven Model That Works
Merikit WASH Project launched
The WASH Foundation participated in Merikit project with Rotary International.
- Conducted WinS, WinHCF, and MHM trainings.
MAY 2023
The WASH Foundation travels to Tororo to hold stakeholders meeting and sign MOU with Bukedi Diocese Church of Uganda.
- Knowledge, attitudes, and practices surveys were conducted.
JULY 2023
Pre-site assessment with Ugandan Water Project (UWP), travel to 6 locations to make recommendations on water availability, quality, and sanitation infrastructure.
SEPTEMBER 2023
Hydrological survey at Asinge, Magodes, and Kwapa Health Center III
MAY 2024
Drilling permits received progress continues
JANUARY 2025
UWP attempts drilling at Magodes Asinge, and Kwapa Health Center III.
- Water well successfully drilled at Magodes PS and Asinge PS
2025-2026
Finish water infrastructure at remaining schools (2 water wells, water well rehabs, and rainwater collection system)
- Sanitation infrastructure
- WinS training, WinHCF training, and MHM training
Government requested expansion to 5 additional parishes after success.
What’s Next — Help Us Reach More Schools
Upcoming goals:
- 3 more schools and 1 healthcare facility
- Menstrual Hygiene & Economic Empowerment training for girls
- Train-the-Trainer hygiene programs
Fundraising needs:
- Your donations directly funds water access, improved sanitation facilities, WASH education, Menstrual Hygiene Management and Economic Empowerment programs
“Once complete, this project will impact 21,600+ people with a cumulative total of 37,100 people impacted.”
Why Choose The WASH Foundation?
- Track record of success since 2019 in Uganda
- SDG6-aligned, community-driven approach
- Sustainable model: Water User Committees ensure local ownership
- Transparency: Every dollar has a traceable impact
Real Stories, Real Impact
Celebrate the Joy — Community Handover Ceremonies
The people of Magodes Primary School and the community were very happy, thankful and grateful to TWF for having received a water source after 71 years without clean running water in their school.
Our comprehensive community WASH programs equip communities to become long-term stewards of these programs, ensuring lasting health and impact well beyond our involvement – and for generations to come.
